Architecture and Interior Design
The Architecture and Interior Design concentration focuses on residential design and light-frame construction, as well
as aspects of light commercial design and construction. This program explores the
interior environment and its relation to psychosocial needs, physical needs, and mental
well-being of individuals and families.
It also helps students understand and implement: schematic and iterative design, space planning, codes and standards, furniture arrangement, finish selection, lighting layouts, construction assemblies, anthropometrics, zoning, site analysis, environmental and sustainable design strategies, historical design context, and vernacular design. The curriculum, and coursework, are designed to give students competency and knowledge for skills – especially computer and hand drafting – needed by professionals in the field.
The Bachelor of Science in Design Studies provides students with a contemporary and wide-ranging approach to Design. Graduates are prepared for career development in architecture, interior design, and fashion merchandising. The Bachelor of Science in Design Studies provides students with broad knowledge of the design industry, while the flexible curriculum exposes students to interdisciplinary collaborations both on and off campus.
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Architecture and Interior Design is focused on human-centric design and the enrichment of the built environment and the human experience through project-based assignments and explorations.
Studying Architecture and Interior Design
There are two ways that students at ³ÉÄêÈËÉîÒ¹¸£ÀûÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ Tech can study Architecture and Interior Design: choosing Architecture and Interior Design as your Bachelor's in Design Studies or minoring in Housing and Design.
› Major in Design Studies
The primary method of studying Architecture and Interior Design is by selecting a major in Design Studies, within the College of Agriculture and Human Ecology, which earns students a Bachelor of Science in Design Studies. Once enrolled in Design Studies, students can then choose their focus concentration to be in Architecture and Interior Design.
› Minor in Housing and Design
The secondary method is to select a minor in Housing and Design which is an approved 15-credit hour minor program of study. Once enrolled as a Housing and Design minor, students will work with Mr. Gunnels to select courses that provide them with an overview of the Architecture and Interior Design field.
- Program Benefits
In the Architecture and Interior Design concentration, students will take courses such as Concepts of Design, where you will learn about design elements and principles, while developing your own aesthetic. Students will also take classes in Architectural Graphics and Presentation Techniques, Residential Design, Commercial Design, and Computer Aided Design. The comprehensive knowledge base will give students the ability to focus their skills and talents in a particular area.
Classes in Architecture and Interior Design are taught by professors and instructors who have years of work and knowledge in the industry. Each instructor in Architecture and Interior Design is focused on providing students with an education tailored to their specific interests, creating a curriculum that emphasizes capacity-building through hands-on exploration and experiential learning opportunities. The average class-size in Architecture and Interior Design is 20 students, so that instructors are able to tailor projects and guidance to each individual student, while also focusing on community building.
Many of our students also seek to minor in areas such as: Merchandising and Design, Art, Business, or Environmental Studies.
- Computer Recommendations
Spec Minimum Recommended OS Win 11 64-bit Win 11 64-bit CPU Dual-core ~2—2.9 GHz Quad-core+ ≥ 3 GHz (Intel i7/Ultra7 or Ryzen 7 or higher) RAM 16 GB total 32 GB+ GPU ≥ 4 GB VRAM, DirectX 11 8 GB+ VRAM, DirectX 12
NVIDIA RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT or higherStorage 512 GB SSD 1tb SSD Display* FHD (1920 x 1080) QHD/UHD (2560 up to 4K) Mouse Standard wheel mouse Precision or 3D wheel preferred .NET Version 8 installed Version 8 *Minimum screen size of 13 in. (at least 15 inches is probably better for access to an additional monitor)
Housing and Design Association
The Housing and Design Association is our own student organization open to any student
at ³ÉÄêÈËÉîÒ¹¸£ÀûÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ Tech interested in residential design, architecture, and interior design.
The organization offers students a fantastic extracurricular opportunity by providing you with hands-on experience
in the industry, experiencing the built environment through field trips, and the chance
to form connections with experts in the field!
Some experiences you have the opportunity to engage with are:
- Traveling to experience the built environment
- Hearing guest lectures on career responsibilities and opportunities
- Community service and hands-on experience through Habitat for Humanity
- Meeting local professionals and networking
- Meeting and networking with other students within the organization
- Developing your leadership potential through officer positions
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More Information
Below you'll find additional information on the Architecture and Interior Design program at ³ÉÄêÈËÉîÒ¹¸£ÀûÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ Tech! If you have any questions or would like to learn more, we'd love to hear from you!
Undergraduate Four Year Plan
- » Freshman Year
Total: 14 Total: 17 Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits ENGL 1010 3 ENGL 1020 3 CHEM 1010 4 CHEM 1020 4 HEC 1040 1 HEC 1005 1 Math 3 HEC 2041 3 Social Science 3 Humanities/Fine Arts 3 HEC 1010 3 - » Sophomore Year
Total: 15 Total: 15 Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits HEC 2065 3 HEC 1150 3 HEC 1110 3 HEC 2440 3 HEC 2421 3 ENGL 2130/2235/2330 3 HEC 1125 3 COMM 2025 or PC 2500 3 Social Science 3 HEC 2431 3 - » Junior Year
Total: 16 Total: 16 Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits HEC 3431 3 HEC 3315 3 HEC 3310 3 HEC 3320 3 HEC 3350 3 Guided Electives 6 Humanities/Fine Arts 3 HEC 2460 3 HIST 2010 3 HIST 2020 3 HEC 2411 1 - » Senior Year
Total: 15 Total: 12 Fall Semester Credits Spring Semester Credits HEC 3011 3 HEC 4990 (Internship) 6 HEC 4340 3 HEC 4315 3 Guided Electives 9 HEC 4450 3 - » Guided Electives
Guided Electives: HEC 4360, HEC 4460, AGHT 3400, ART 1250, HEC 4320, HEC
3360, HEC 4326, CEE 3340, CEE 4340, HEC 4900, HEC 4960, HEC 4990, GEOG 3200,
GEOL 1045, GEOG 4510, GEOG 2100, GEOG 1130, MATH 1730, MATH 1910, MATH
1920, MATH 1710, PHYS 2010, PHYS 2109, AGHT 3460, ART 1045, ART 1050, ART
2410, ART 3410, ART 2810, ART 2910, ART 2710, ART 2610, ART 2510, AGET 3600,
AGRN 3600, AGRN 2400, ESS 4110, GEOG 3710, GEOL 1070, COMM 3030, JOUR
3030, ART
Have questions about Architecture and Interior Design?
Contact Mr. Gunnels at agunnels@tntech.edu to learn more!