AESTHETICS

Course Description

Aesthetics as a science and a theory. Reaching the level of ‘aesthetic’ perception. Aesthetics is a philosophical science that privileges sensual perception as suggested by Baumgarten and the consciousness of the aesthetic approach is an essential quality for a designer. It is also understood as the philosophy of art concerning the fundamental question ‘What is art?’ In this scope philosophers have written works basically related to this question since the ancient Greek civilisation. This course aims to build consciousness and create an awareness of aesthetic theories and contemporary issues in aesthetics which is necessary for developing unique projects in visual communication design.

AESTHETICS

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Students will be able to Explain basic principles in aesthetics.
2. 02 Students will be able classify aesthetic categories.
3. 03 Students will be able analyse different aesthetic approaches in arts.
4. 04 Students will be able to compare aesthetics of different fields of arts.
5. 05 Students will be able to evaluate aesthetics of visual arts.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 "Aesthetics", Dietrich von Hildebrand (Author), Hildebrand Project (November 7, 2016)
2. 02 "Philosophies of Art and Beauty: Selected Readings in Aesthetics from Plato to Heidegger", Albert Hofstadter & Richard Kuhns, University of Chicago Press (August 15, 1976)
3. 03 "Aesthetics", Theodor W. Adorno, Polity; 1st edition (December 11, 2017)
4. 04 "Introducing Aesthetics and the Philosophy of Art", Darren Hudson Hick, Bloomsbury Academic; 2nd edition (August 24, 2017)

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Students will be able to define basic principles in aesthetics.
2. L02 Students will be able classify aesthetic categories.
3. L03 Students will be able analyse different aesthetic approaches in arts.
4. L04 Students will be able to compare aesthetics of different fields of arts.
5. L05 Students will be able to evaluate aesthetics of visual arts.

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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