6.37 Interior Design Head and Graduate Chair: TBA Telephone: (204) 474 9458 Fax: (204) 474 7532 Email: interiordesign@umanitoba.ca Website: umanitoba.ca/architecture/id/

General Office: 201 Russell

Academic Staff

Program Information
The Department of Interior Design at the University of Manitoba has a long-established reputation for excellence and leads Canada in the in the development of the first Master of Interior Design program.

The Department is part of the Faculty of Architecture, along with professional Masters-level programs in Landscape Architecture, City Planning and Architecture.

The Department offers two streams within the Master of Interior Design:

• The First-professional program is directed towards those interested in pursuing a career in Interior Design practice. The program emphasizes the creation of human-centred and context-based design solutions that respond to the needs of contemporary life. The course of studies consists of the design studio and support courses that develop the methods, processes, technical and theoretical foundations of Interior Design. There are opportunities for international and cross-cultural study through exchange programs and intersession studios. The program requires a minimum of two full years of study to complete.

• The Post-professional program is directed to those who already hold a First-Professional degree in Interior Design. The program has a research orientation and is intended to further the knowledge base in specific areas of the discipline. The program requires a minimum of one and one half years of full-time study to complete.

The First-professional program is accredited by the Foundation for Interior Design Education and Research (F.I.D.E.R.). Graduates normally proceed to certification from the National Council of Interior Design Qualification (N.C.I.D.Q.) and membership in a professional Interior Design association. Master of Interior Design graduates are qualified to work nationally and internationally at the forefront of their profession, with a skill- set that includes strategic thinking, entrepreneurship, a research orientation and an ethical and environmentally responsible frame of reference.

Research expertise and individual interests of the faculty include the following: Workplace environments, universal design, lighting and colour, aesthetics and ethical theory, design education and profession-based research.

Facilities
The Faculty of Architecture is housed in two main buildings on the Fort Garry campus- the John A. Russell Architecture Building (JAR) and the Architecture 2 Building.

The Architecture and Fine Arts Library serves both the Faculty of Architecture and the School of Art. The library contains an extensive collection of books, journals, periodicals, maps and plans and videos and slides. The Product Catalogue Collection provides current product information on interior and architectural materials. The Faculty of Architecture has two open area computer labs (CADlab) along with a new media research area. A fully staffed and equipped Woodshop and assembly room is available for student and faculty use.

Master of Interior Design

Admission
All applicants must meet the general admission and entrance requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies found in this calendar.

First-Professional Masters Program:
Applicants with the undergraduate degree in Environmental Design (Interior Environment Option) from the Faculty of Architecture are eligible for direct admission. Applicants with degrees in other fields of study are assessed on a case-by-case basis and may be eligible for admission to a Pre-masters program of study, lasting 2-3 terms.

Post-Professional Masters Program:
A first-professional degree in Interior Design is required for admission.

Application Deadlines
Applicants from outside Canada and the United States: December 1

Canadian citizens and American citizens: February 1

For further information contact the Graduate Student Advisor, Department of Interior Design.

Program Requirements
Minimum Program requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies are found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section of this calendar. The Department offers two streams within the Master of Interior Design:

Course Number	Title	Credit Hours
Post-Professional Stream
IDES 7050	Graduate Seminar	3
IDES 7170	Design Research Methods	3
IDES 7180	Theory Seminar 1	3
IDES 7190	Theory Seminar 2	3
	Electives	9
	Total credit hours	21
Professional Stream
IDES 7050	Graduate Seminar	3
IDES 7170	Design Research Methods	3
IDES 7180	Theory Seminar 1	3
IDES 7190	Theory Seminar 2	3
IDES 7200	Masters Studio 1	6
IDES 7210	Masters Studio 2	6
IDES 7220	Masters Studio 3	6
IDES 7230	Sensory Technology 4	3
IDES 7240	Sensory Technology 5	3
IDES 7250	Professionalism and Practice	3
IDES 7260	The Business of Interior Design	3
	Electives	6
	Total credit hours	48

Second language reading requirement: none

Expected time to graduation: Post-Professional Stream, 1.5 years;
   Professional Stream, 2 years

Ph.D.
An interdepartmental Ph.D. program in Design and Planning is offered.

Course Descriptions

Courses required by all students in the Master of Interior Design program:

IDES 7050 Graduate Seminar Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 051.705) The seminar will include discussion of pertinent research and writing on topics under study in theses/practica. Guest lecturers appropriate to the topics under discussion will be included. Students will finalize their theses/practica topics and their appropriate research design.

IDES 7170 Design Research Methods Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 051.717) Building on EVIE 3640 (or 079.364) Design Inquiry, this course addresses the role of quantitative and qualitative research methods in interior design. The subject will address the principles of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies; focusing on the relationship between research and interior design. Specifically identifying gaps in existing research; critical analysis and interpretation of existing research; representation of research intentions, methodologies, and results.

IDES 7180 Theory Seminar 1 - Contemporary Issues in Design Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 051.718) A theoretical exploration of contemporary design issues as they apply to Interior Design.Theory Seminar 1 introduces and supports the strategic interventions of the design studio. Historical precedent in relation to human activity, sensory stimulus, technological and social change, ecological awareness, and aesthetic judgment will form the context for discussion and debate.

IDES 7190 Theory Seminar 2 - Critical Perspectives Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 051.719) An examination of theoretical and philosophical approaches to design. Examines the practice of interior design through a variety of critical and historical perspectives. Different modes of thought and manners of questioning will be used to debate issues which may include gender, ethics, diversity, materiality, technology & representation, and changing spatial typologies.

Courses required by Master of Interior Design professional stream students:

IDES 7200 Masters Studio 1 - Strategic Issues Cr.Hrs.6 (Formerly 051.720) Master Studio 1 focuses on developing strategic approaches to design, which address complex contextual issues and adaptive reuse of large-scale public space. Studio explorations responding to a range of complex contextual design issues. The studio focuses on methods of strategic analysis such as mapping and scenario planning to inform the configuration and resolution of new interior spatial forms. Large scale public space and the changing nature of contemporary culture will form the basis for the design projects.

IDES 7210 Masters Studio 2 - Events and Making Cr.Hrs.6 (Formerly 051.721) Master Studio 2 is focused on the Event: exploring the nature of temporary inhabitation through the creation of a unique place/installation as the site for cultural/community celebration. Design/build studio explorations focussed upon issues of temporality, technology, and design intention. Small-scale public places and cultural context will form the basis for design studio projects.

IDES 7220 Masters Studio 3 Cr.Hrs.6 (Formerly 051.722) Focuses on the creation of specialized interior environments informed by traditional and emerging forms of research. Research into Practice: a research-focused, problem based, studio bridging Studio 3 will examine specialized interior professional design issues and diverse research sources. Master projects in areas such as: work environments, healthcare, education or hospitality, through precedent and research. The studio may be run as a collaborative program and may be delivered as an International studio experience.

IDES 7230 Sensory Technology 4 Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 051.723) Examination of the influences and effects of emerging communication systems and building technologies; building and furniture systems; in the context of human well being and environmental concerns. The study of the design consequences and environmental impact of interior services and systems; communication technologies; building regulations, codes and infrastructure; detailing and specification of projects drawn from design studio.

IDES 7240 Sensory Technology 5 Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 051.724) A self-directed exploration of new and/or divergent technologies, with significance to the design of interior environments. Students will propose a self-directed design or research project, nominating a full time staff advisor; for the subject instructors' approval. The proposal will clearly establish learning objectives and outcomes, and assessment criteria.

IDES 7250 Professionalism and Practice Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 051.725) Introduction to the profession and practice of Interior Design; types of practice; regulating bodies; education; career development; professional and social responsibilities; examination and critique of practice, projects and design issues.

IDES 7260 The Business of Interior Design Cr.Hrs.3 (Formerly 051.726) Management principles, administration, communication strategies and practice structures in the design process; development of skills in communication and procedures. The interior design business environment; ethics, responsibilities; related industries; job search techniques.