HISTORY OF INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE-I

Course Description

This course examines the development of interior space culture, lifestyles, and spatial organization in Mediterranean, Anatolian, and Near Eastern civilizations from the prehistoric period to the Early Byzantine period from an interior architecture perspective. The interior spaces of residential, public, religious, and palace buildings are evaluated in terms of spatial use and organization. While analyzing the effects of cultural, social, and technological developments on interior design, the characteristic features of different historical periods are also examined. The course aims to enable students to evaluate historical knowledge through a critical perspective that supports design decisions and to understand the significance of cultural heritage within the field of interior architecture.

HISTORY OF INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE-I

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Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Bussagli, M., Understanding Architecture. I.B. Tauris: London/New York, 2005 / Leland M. Roth, Amanda C. Roth Clark - Understanding Architecture: Its Elements, History, and Meaning- West view Press (2013) - (textbook-excerpts available in the copy centre)
2. 02 Kostof, S., A history of Architecture. Settings and Rituals. Oxford University Press: Oxford/New York, ²2005 / Frederick Hartt - Art - A History of Painting, Sculpture, Architecture vol.1 (Prehistory, Ancient World, Middle Ages)-Harry N. Abrams, Inc. (1976)
3. 03 Stierlin, H., The Roman Empire Vol. I. Taschen: Köln, 1996
4. 04 Stierlin, H., Greece. From Myceneae to the Parthenon. Taschen: Köln, 2001

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 LO1. Define the fundamental characteristics of interior space culture from the prehistoric period to the Early Byzantine period. SOLO 2
2. L02 LO2. Explain the spatial organization and material characteristics of interiors belonging to different civilizations. SOLO 3
3. L03 LO3. Relate the cultural and social characteristics of historical interiors with contemporary interior architecture approaches. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Integrate knowledge of interior architecture principles, spatial organization, and visual perception to develop user-centered, functional, aesthetically enriching, and innovative spatial solutions.
2. P02 Analyze and evaluate the relationships among user needs, functional constraints, ergonomics, accessibility, and universal design principles to develop interior architecture solutions across different design scales and contexts.
3. P03 Research, analyze, and relate historical, cultural, and theoretical knowledge to justify design decisions that respect local values while responding to global cultural diversity.
4. P04 Communicate design ideas effectively by integrating visual communication tools, manual and digital representation techniques, and appropriate digital technologies, including artificial intelligence-assisted visualization methods, where appropriate.
5. P05 Evaluate and synthesize appropriate materials, color schemes, lighting, and furniture systems using up-to-date technologies and aesthetic principles to shape experiential atmospheres.
6. P06 Integrate environmental responsibility, occupant health, and ethical principles to develop sustainable, safe, and healthy interior architecture solutions and justify design decisions.
7. P07 Collaborate and coordinate with professionals from architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, and related disciplines by integrating multidisciplinary knowledge to develop comprehensive spatial solutions.
8. P08 Critically evaluate research, contemporary approaches, and artificial intelligence-assisted design and research methods to generate innovative knowledge and design solutions while sustaining lifelong learning and professional development.
9. P09 Justify professional decisions by integrating ethical principles, cultural, societal, and aesthetic responsibilities with the responsible, legal, and ethical use of digital technologies, including artificial intelligence.
10. P10 Plan, manage, and evaluate interior architecture projects by integrating technical systems, user-centered design methods, regulatory requirements, and contemporary digital project management and design technologies.
11. P11 Evaluate and reinterpret existing and historic interiors by integrating conservation principles, adaptive reuse strategies, and digital documentation techniques to support cultural continuity and sustainable heritage conservation.
12. P12 Integrate inclusive and socially responsible design approaches with entrepreneurship, lifelong learning, professional collaboration, and adaptation to technological transformation to contribute to the sustainable advancement of the profession and society.

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