Division of Interior Design
Elizabeth Pober, Director
Yeji Yi, Ph.D., Graduate Liaison
Gould Hall
830 Van Vleet Oval
Norman, OK 73019-6141
Phone: (405) 325-2444
idcoa@ou.edu
https://ou.edu/gibbs/divisions/interior-designn
General Information
The University of Oklahoma Division of Interior Design provides a student-centric learning environment with diverse faculty who emphasize excellence in design education, innovative research, and service to the community while preparing students to join the professional practice of interior design. From our nationally accredited Bachelor of Interior Design through graduate and doctoral study, every program is designed to prepare students to enter the profession ready to think critically, create boldly, and leave a lasting mark on the built environment.
The disciplinary perspectives share a common pedagogy across the Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture divisions, engaging students in creative and technical skills that prepare new graduates to solve problems related to the global challenges facing the profession of Interior Design.
Program Goals
The Division prepares students to enter the profession with the skills, knowledge, and perspective to improve the human experience through design. Specific goals include:
- Developing a holistic understanding of the psychological and physical needs of people as they relate to the built environment
- Fostering an inclusive, collaborative learning community
- Promoting global stewardship through community-engaged service learning
- Connecting students with design professionals and alumni through mentoring and shared experience
- Evolving curriculum in response to professional needs and CIDA accreditation standards
- Providing hands-on resources, including the ID Materials Resource Library, Lighting Lab, Creating Making Lab, and Computer Lab
- Maintaining strong graduate job placement rates
Faculty maintain active research and creative agendas across areas including indoor environmental quality, occupant health and well-being, high-performance building systems, responsive facade technology, refugee resettlement and humanitarian design, inclusive environments for people with disabilities, aging in place, spatial perception and architectural proportion, neuroscience and design, and interior design pedagogy — work that directly informs their teaching and enriches the student experience.
What is Interior Design?
Interior design is a multi-faceted profession in which creative and technical solutions are applied within a structure to achieve a built interior environment. These solutions are functional, enhance the quality of life and culture of the occupants, and are aesthetically attractive. Designs are created in response to and coordinated with the building shell, and acknowledge the physical location and social context of the project. Designs must adhere to code and regulatory requirements and promote environmental sustainability. The interior design process follows a systematic, coordinated methodology, including research, analysis, and the integration of knowledge into the creative process, thereby satisfying the client's needs and resources to produce an interior space that fulfills the project goals.
Professional interior design services include space planning, programming, code compliance, material and finish selection, furniture specification, lighting design, construction documentation, and project administration — all in coordination with architects, engineers, and other allied professionals.
Curriculum and Career Preparation
The program emphasizes the art, science, and business of creating interior spaces that are creative, technical, sustainable, functional, harmonious with the site and architecture of the building, and ultimately responsive to human needs. Students develop extensive knowledge of current building codes, standards, and regulations and learn to create design solutions that are accessible, functional, and protect the public's health, safety, and welfare.
Graduates go on to work in architectural and design firms worldwide, collaborating with architects, engineers, and construction managers to shape the built environment. Market sectors represented in both the curriculum and graduates' careers include residential (single and multi-family), hospitality, retail, education, healthcare, and workplace design.
Learn more from the National Council for Interior Design Qualification at ncidq.org.
Special Programs and Facilities
Special Programs:
Interior Design students are encouraged to participate in travel study opportunities whenever possible. Many students have had the opportunity to travel both domestically and internationally, bringing their experiences back into the classroom. These experiences enrich both their personal development and their design work.
The program curriculum also includes a Furniture Design Studio, in which students spend the semester exploring the process of designing, modeling, and constructing a full-scale piece of furniture. Throughout the course, students experiment with 3D printing, joinery, and finishing techniques in the CML facility, culminating in a final exhibition at a local art gallery. Students consistently describe this experience as both highly challenging and deeply rewarding, fostering significant growth and a strong sense of pride in their work.
Interior Design Student Association:
The Division’s student organization, the Interior Design Student Association (IDSA), is active on campus and provides students with opportunities to engage in campus-wide events, collaborate across cohorts, connect with industry professionals, and develop leadership skills.
IDSA also serves as the student organization through which members engage with leading professional associations, including the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), and the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).
Professional Engagement:
Beyond our dedicated and experienced faculty, the Division of Interior Design is supported by a team of practicing professionals committed to student growth, alignment with industry standards, and meaningful engagement. This Professional Advisory Board (PAB) contributes through guest lectures, one-on-one student critiques, mentoring, and the organization of field trips that provide access to firm tours, completed projects, construction sites, showrooms, and more. Equally important, PAB members provide direct input on curriculum development, helping ensure that what we teach reflects what the profession needs, so graduates enter practice ready to contribute from day one.
Our alumni also play an integral role in the program's continued success. Their volunteer efforts reflect both their commitment to supporting current students and the lasting impact of the program on their personal and professional development.
Facilities:
Our program offers access to a wide range of facilities that support student learning and professional growth. Studio classroom spaces foster collaboration within cohorts, featuring open work surfaces, pin-up areas, and shared instructor tables that provide ample space for both instruction and project development. Computer labs are equipped with industry-standard processing and plotting capabilities, along with a wide array of software that supports student learning and provides exposure to professional tools used in the field.
The Laura Ellis Barnes Materials Library serves as a professional-quality resource, with materials consistently maintained and updated through partnerships with industry leaders. This provides students at all levels with real-world resources to incorporate into their coursework and helps prepare them for a seamless transition into the profession.
Our program also features a dedicated Lighting Lab, where students can experiment with fixtures, lighting effects, and solar studies, gaining a deeper understanding of the critical role lighting plays in interior design.
The Creative Making Lab (CML) houses equipment that supports model building, 3D printing, and our exceptional furniture studio. In this space, students use specialized tools to design, fabricate, and finish projects and models, while benefiting from high-quality equipment and the support of dedicated facility staff to bring their unique designs to life.
Undergraduate Study
Bachelor of Interior Design
The Bachelor of Interior Design program requires completion of a minimum of 120 semester hours distributed in general education, major, and elective courses.
Minors
- Interior Design Minor for Non-Architecture/Non-Visual Communication Majors
- Interior Design Minor for Architecture Majors
- Interior Design Minor for Visual Communication Majors
Curriculum Organization
The studio sequence is thoughtfully organized around a range of market sectors, including residential, small corporate (such as retail and café design), education, healthcare, and large-scale corporate workplace environments. Projects increase in scope, complexity, and scale as students progress through the program, allowing them to build both depth and versatility in their design experience.
Early in the curriculum, students develop foundational graphic communication skills and gain proficiency in industry-standard software, skills that they consistently apply and refine throughout subsequent studio courses. Lecture course content is intentionally coordinated with studio instruction, enabling students to directly apply theoretical knowledge to their project work in a meaningful and integrated way. This alignment reinforces key concepts and supports a comprehensive understanding of the design process across multiple project types.
The final studio serves as a cumulative experience in which students synthesize the full range of skills developed throughout the program. At this stage, students select their own project types and market sectors, tailoring their work to individual interests and career goals while demonstrating their readiness to transition into professional practice.
Graduate Study
The Master of Science in Interior Design First Professional degree is designed for students who hold an undergraduate degree in a field other than interior design or architecture. The program provides comprehensive professional preparation regardless of prior design background, combining studio-based learning with technical coursework and graduate-level research. At 63 credit hours, the curriculum moves through the major market sectors of the profession, including residential, retail, hospitality, education, healthcare, and corporate workplace design, giving students hands-on experience with real-world projects while building the technical, creative, and problem-solving skills needed for professional practice. Specialty courses in areas such as lighting design and indoor environmental quality, alongside theory courses in environment and human behavior and in architectural theory and criticism, round out the graduate-level academic experience.
The Master of Science in Interior Design Post Professional degree is designed for students who already hold an undergraduate degree in interior design or architecture and want to deepen their expertise through advanced, research-focused graduate study. At 30-33 credit hours (depending on the student's background), the program centers on design theory, human behavior, evidence-based design, and scholarly investigation of interior design practice. Students complete either a thesis or a research-based final project and are encouraged to collaborate with faculty on funded research, present at professional conferences, and pursue original work that addresses real-world challenges in the field. Advanced coursework spans topics including sustainability, environmental psychology, health and wellness design, historic preservation, emerging technologies, and design for aging populations, making the program a strong fit for students pursuing specialized practice, research careers, or academic paths.
Courses
I D 1134. Interior Design Communication Studio I.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Majors only; Corequisite: I D 1164 and I D 1173. The course is an introduction to the fundamentals of sketching, technical drawing, and rendering techniques, and their relationships to one another. Communication of design ideas is explored through the application of drafting and sketching techniques, including traditional media and digital tools such as the iPad. (F)
I D 1164. Interior Design Studio I.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Majors only; corequisite: I D 1134 and I D 1173. This studio course challenges students with the exploration of 2D and 3D design elements and principles. (F)
I D 1173. Foundations of Interior Design.3 Credit Hours.
Contemporary exploration of the interior design profession as both a creative and problem-solving process. Emphasis on the elements and principles that define interior spaces, the design process and technical aspects of the interior design profession. Types of practices, professional registration, certifications, professional organizations and the integration of interior design with allied disciplines will be provide through project exploration. (F)
I D 1234. Interior Design Communication Studio II.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 1134, I D 1164 and I D 1173; Corequisite: I D 1264; majors only. Introduction of computer applications in the professional practice of interior design. Software use for graphic communication of design and problem-solving solutions in two and three-dimensional representations. (Sp)
I D 1264. Interior Design Studio II.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 1134, I D 1164 and I D 1173; corequisite: I D 1234; majors only. This studio course challenges students through the design of small-scale single and multi-family residential projects. (Sp)
I D 2223. Human-Centered Design.3 Credit Hours.
The Human-centered design (HCD) course introduces an interdisciplinary approach that places human experience at the forefront of design processes. Human-centered design thinking and its empathetic mindset promote innovative, creative problem-solving. These are foundational skills that are highly valued in diverse disciplines, including but not limited to design, business, engineering, healthcare, education, computer science, etc. (F) [III-SS].
I D 2233. Color + Design.3 Credit Hours.
The course will provide an overview of the influences of color in the design of our daily lives and will teach students how to apply color theory to design and interior environments. The course will introduce the fundamentals of color, explore the importance of color in relation to community, human health and well-being, and provide an overview of color theory. (Sp) [IV-AF].
I D 2334. Interior Design Communication Studio III.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: ID 1234 and ID 1264; co-requisite: ID 2364; majors only. Advanced computer applications used in the professional practice of interior design for construction drawings and presentation drawings. The use of software applications in project delivery methods and integrated design practice. (F)
I D 2364. Interior Design Studio III.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 1234 and ID 1264; co-requisite: I D 2334; majors only; sophomore standing. This studio course challenges students to design small commercial project types including but not restricted to retail or restaurant/cafe. Project size varies up to approximately 4,000 square feet. (F)
I D 2464. Interior Design Studio IV.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 2334 and I D 2364 I; majors only; sophomore standing. This studio course focuses on institutional building design and may include, but is not limited to, educational facilities (early childhood - higher education), libraries, and museums. Project size varies up to approximately 8000 square feet. (Sp)
I D 2773. Interior Construction.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: ID 1234 and ID 1264; majors only. Introduction to the building and finish materials used in the design of non-loadbearing interior construction. Development of accurate selection and detailing of materials and assemblies in construction drawings. Additional topics include mechanical and electrical systems, building codes, and planning standards. (F)
I D 3433. Interior Design Portfolio I.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 2364; majors only; sophomore standing. The course serves as an introduction to methods and formats of preparing a professional portfolio, with an emphasis on portfolio design, personal branding, and delivery methods. Each student will exhibit their design skills and achievements as part of the Interior Design Sophomore Portfolio Review. (Sp)
I D 3440. Mentored Research Experience.3 Credit Hours.
0 to 3 hours. Prerequisites: ENGL 1113 or equivalent, and permission of instructor. May be repeated; maximum credit 12 hours. For the inquisitive student to apply the scholarly processes of the discipline to a research or creative project under the mentorship of a faculty member. Student and instructor should complete an Undergraduate Research & Creative Projects (URCP) Mentoring Agreement and file it with the URCP office. Not for honors credit. (F, Sp, Su)
I D 3473. History of Interior Design.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: ARCH 2343; majors only; junior standing; or permission of the instructor. Historical survey of interior design, decorative arts, and product design from ancient to contemporary times. Emphasis is given to the history of interior design from the late 19th century to the contemporary. (Sp)
I D 3564. Interior Design Studio V.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 2464; corequisite: I D 4573; acceptance into the Interior Design program; junior standing; Majors only. This studio course focuses on health and wellness projects which may include medical specialties, clinics, ambulatory care facilities, fitness/ rehabilitation centers, or community engagement spaces. Project size varies up to approximately 12,000 square feet. (F)
I D 3573. Interior Materials and Specifications.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 2364 and I D 2773; majors only; sophomore standing. The course involves a study of the basic characteristics and installation of materials and finishes used in the design of the built environment, with an emphasis on building codes, fire safety, sustainability, and regulations for accessibility. The course also provides an introduction to writing specifications for materials, equipment, and non-load bearing construction. (Sp)
I D 3664. Interior Design Studio VI.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 3564 and I D 4573; majors only; junior standing. The studio course challenges students with the design of corporate office projects that include workplace environments with secondary hospitality components. Project size varies up to approximately 18,000 square feet. (Sp)
I D 3960. Honors Reading.1-3 Credit Hours.
1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to Honors Program. May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Will consist of topics in keeping with student's major program. Topics will cover materials not usually presented in the regular courses. (F, Sp, Su)
I D 3970. Honors Seminar.1-3 Credit Hours.
1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to Honors Program. May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Content deals with concepts not usually presented in regular coursework. (Irreg.)
I D 3980. Honors Research.1-3 Credit Hours.
1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to Honors Program. May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Will provide an opportunity for work on special projects under the guidance of a faculty member. (F, Sp, Su)
I D 3990. Independent Study.1-3 Credit Hours.
1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and junior standing. May be repeated once with change of content. Independent study may be arranged to study a subject not available through regular course offerings. (F, Sp, Su)
I D 4123. Environment and Human Behavior.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5123) Prerequisite: Majors only; junior standing, or permission of instructor. The course introduces students to a range of fundamental readings on theories and practices relevant to Environment-Behavior (E-B) relationships (people and their environment). The course also introduces students to environmental psychology for design and illustrates situations they will likely encounter. No student may earn credit for both 4123 and 5123. (F)
I D 4253. Taliesin Studio in Residence.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5253) Prerequisite: Majors in the Gibbs College of Architecture with sophomore standing or by approval of the professor leading the program. This intensive six-day immersive program provides students with an in-depth, studio-based experience at Taliesin East in Wisconsin. It includes tours and individual exploration of the house, and campus. This course will also provide educational lectures and discussions, and studio exercises crafted to deepen students' understanding of Frank Lloyd Wright's design and its influence on Bruce Goff. No student may earn credit for both 4253 and 5253. (Su)
I D 4263. Fallingwater Studio in Residence.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5263) Prerequisite: Majors in the Gibbs College of Architecture with sophomore standing or by approval of the professor leading the program. This intensive seven-day immersive program provides students with an in-depth, studio-based experience at Fallingwater in Pennsylvania. It includes tours and individual exploration of the house, educational lectures and discussions, and studio exercises crafted to deepen students' understanding of Frank Lloyd Wright's design and its influence on Bruce Goff. No student may earn credit for both 4263 and 5263. (Su)
I D 4273. Taliesin West Studio in Residence.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5273) Prerequisite: Majors in the Gibbs College of Architecture with sophomore standing or by approval of the professor leading the program. This intensive six-day immersive program provides students with an in-depth, studio-based experience at Taliesin West in Arizona. It includes tours and individual exploration of the house, and campus. This course will also provide educational lectures and discussions, and studio exercises crafted to deepen students' understanding of Frank Lloyd Wright's design and its influence on Bruce Goff. No student may earn credit for both 4273 and 5273. (Su)
I D 4332. Advanced Topics in Net Zero Architecture: Pre-Competition.2 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5332) Prerequisite: Senior Standing in the Gibbs College of Architecture. Discover the future of sustainable architecture with "Advanced Topics in Net-Zero Architecture." This course delves into cutting-edge concepts, methodologies, and technologies that are revolutionizing the way we design and build net-zero structures. This course serves as a preparation platform for the prestigious U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Competition, centered around designing a Net-Zero building. No student may earn credit for both 4332 and 5332. (F)
I D 4341. Advanced Topics in Net Zero Architecture: Competition.1 Credit Hour.
(Slashlisted with I D 5341) Prerequisite: I D 4332; Senior standing in the Gibbs College of Architecture. Discover the future of sustainable architecture with "Advanced Topics in Net-Zero Architecture." This course delves into cutting-edge concepts, methodologies, and technologies that are revolutionizing the way we design and build net-zero structures. This course prepares students to participate in and present at the Final and Semi-final of the prestigious U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Competition. No student may earn credit for both 4341 and 5341. (Sp)
I D 4343. Indoor Environmental Quality.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5343) Prerequisite: Majors only, junior standing, or permission of instructor. The course focuses on the examination of factors that contribute to indoor environmental quality and the design practices and techniques for improving indoor environmental quality. Specific topics include daylight, views, acoustic control, lighting, thermal comfort and air quality. No student may earn credit for both 4343 and 5343. (F)
I D 4413. Indoor Controls and Technology.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5413) Prerequisite: I D 4573, majors only, junior standing, or permission of instructor. The course introduces and analyzes the technology of luminaries and control systems, including solid systems, dimming control, and other building management systems. It then invites students to apply their understanding through the design of a prescribed space. Students will be taught how to design and coordinate lighting control for energy effectiveness, flexibility of space, and increased occupant satisfaction. No student may earn credit for both 4413 and 5413. (Sp)
I D 4463. Interior Design Office Professional Practice.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5463) Prerequisite: ID 3573; majors only; junior standing. Review of business and professional issues relating to interior design practice including organizational structures, marketing, contracts, professional registration, trade professions, fee structures, and project management. Overview of legal, financial, management, and administrative issues, establishing a practice, managing a project progress, business development, business ethics, project compensation and agreements, issues and procedures for both commercial and residential design firms. No student may earn credit for both 4463 and 5463. (Sp)
I D 4573. Interior Lighting.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5573) Prerequisite: I D 2464; co-requisite I D 3564; majors only; junior standing. This course introduces the use of lighting to define and enhance interior environments through the interaction between light, vision, and psychology. Lectures cover topics such as the relationship between light and materials, color rendering and appearance, lighting control systems, building codes and standards, and sustainability and energy conservation. No student may earn credit for both 4573 and 5573. (F)
I D 4633. Interior Design Portfolio II.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with ID 5633) Prerequisite: ID 3433; junior standing; majors only. The course offers preparation and presentation of an advanced portfolio to be assessed by industry professionals and educators. Emphasis is on the design of the portfolio, resume and marketing collateral and their organization and delivery methods including software applications necessary for creating printed and web-based portfolios. Will assist students in the transition to professional practice or graduate school. No student may earn credit for both 4633 and 5633. (Sp)
I D 4764. Furniture Design Build Studio.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 3664; Corequisite: I D 4784; senior standing; majors only or permission of instructor. This course explores the design of furniture through the complete creative process from concept to finished product. Emphasizing an iterative design process, the course progresses through sketching, models, material selection, joinery methods, and construction techniques, enabling students to develop skills in both design ideation and fabrication craftsmanship. The course culminates in the fabrication of full-scale furniture projects. (F)
I D 4784. Interior Design Capstone: Pre-Design Phase.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 3664 and I D 4573; co-requisite: I D 4764; senior standing; majors only. This is the first of a two-part studio course where students complete a professional interior design project utilizing the comprehensive knowledge and skills of the major. Students will complete research and program development, site analysis, building codes and regulations analysis, and concept development for an interior design project of significant scale and complexity. (F)
I D 4823. Design for Independent Living.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 5823) Prerequisite: Senior standing. Students will be introduced to aging in place design and universal design that supports safe, comfortable and independent living for users as they age in their residential setting. The course will focus on design determinants, design implications of spatial relationships, scale and function, residential building codes, and design programming as they relate to aging in place homes. No student may earn credit for both 4823 and 5823. (Sp)
I D 4865. Interior Design Capstone: Design Phase.5 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: I D 4784 and I D 4764; senior standing; majors only. This is the second of a two-part studio course where students complete a professional interior design project utilizing the comprehensive knowledge and skills of the major. Students will complete schematic design, design development, presentation documents, and contract documents, including construction drawings and specifications, for an interior design project of significant scale and complexity. (Sp) [V].
I D 4940. Field Work.1-3 Credit Hours.
1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Field study related to the student's major in a position approved by the instructor. One hour credit per 120 hours of field work or equivalent. Documentation and evaluation is required. (F, Sp, Su)
I D 4960. Directed Readings.1-4 Credit Hours.
1 to 4 hours. Prerequisite: good standing in University; permission of instructor and dean. May be repeated; maximum credit four hours. Designed for upper-division students who need opportunity to study a specific problem in greater depth than formal course content permits. (Irreg.)
I D 4970. General Departmental Seminar.1-6 Credit Hours.
1 to 6 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing or permission of instructor. May be repeated with change in content; maximum credit twelve hours. Special topics in interior design. (F, Sp, Su)
I D 4990. Independent Study.1-3 Credit Hours.
1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and director. May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Contracted independent study for topic not currently offered in scheduled courses. Study may include research and/or field projects. (F, Sp, Su)
I D 5123. Environment and Human Behavior.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 4123) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the College of Architecture, or permission of the instructor. The course introduces students to a range of fundamental readings on theories and practices relevant to Environment-Behavior (E-B) relationships (people and their environment). The course also introduces students to environmental psychology for design and illustrates situations that they will likely encounter. No student may earn credit for both 4123 and 5123. (F)
I D 5133. Research Methods.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in College of Architecture or permission of instructor. Introduction to research methods with emphasis on the built environment. Topics will include interpretive-historical research, qualitative research, co-relational research, logical argumentation and case study/mixed methods. (Sp)
I D 5143. Design Theory Analysis and Evaluation.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the College of Architecture, and I D 5133 or RCPL 5113; or permission of instructor. The course examines the ways in which designers and theorists express and conceptualize interiors. Readings from significant works detailing the history of interior design and its role in the future are included. Through discussion, research papers, and independent analysis, students are expected to develop skills in analyzing and conceptualizing interior design principles. (F)
I D 5163. Design Computation Visualization and Analysis.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in College of Architecture or permission of instructor. Focus is on the software used to introduce basic functions of (Building Information Modeling) BIM. Topics concentrate on techniques and methods for creating building parts, the production of construction documents, and renderings. Tools are also introduced for material and construction analysis as well as costing and scheduling data. (F)
I D 5223. Advanced Materials and Methods.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in College of Architecture or permission of instructor. The study and use of building materials specified during the design and construction process. Coursework will emphasize the analysis of current practices and applications involving material types and construction methods. (F)
I D 5253. Taliesin Studio in Residence.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 4253) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the Gibbs College of Architecture or by approval of the professor leading the program. This intensive six-day immersive program provides students with an in-depth, studio-based experience at Taliesin East in Wisconsin. It includes tours and individual exploration of the house and campus. The course will also provide educational lectures and discussions, and studio exercises crafted to deepen students' understanding of Frank Lloyd Wright's design and its influence on Bruce Goff. No student may earn credit for both 4253 and 5253. (Su)
I D 5263. Fallingwater Studio in Residence.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 4263) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the Gibbs College of Architecture or by approval of the professor leading the program. This intensive seven-day immersive program provides students with an in-depth, studio-based experience at Fallingwater in Pennsylvania. It includes tours and individual exploration of the house, educational lectures and discussions, and studio exercises crafted to deepen students' understanding of Frank Lloyd Wright's design and its influence on Bruce Goff. No student may earn credit for both 4263 and 5263. (Su)
I D 5273. Taliesin West Studio in Residence.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 4273) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the Gibbs College of Architecture or by approval of the professor leading the program. This intensive six-day immersive program provides students with an in-depth, studio-based experience at Taliesin West In Arizona. It includes tours and individual exploration of the house and campus. This course will also provide educational lectures and discussions, and studio exercises crafted to deepen students' understanding of Frank Lloyd Wright's design and its influence on Bruce Goff. No student may earn credit for both 4273 and 5273. (Su)
I D 5332. Advanced Topics in Net Zero Architecture: Pre-Competition.2 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 4332) Prerequisite: Graduate Standing in the Gibbs College of Architecture. Discover the future of sustainable architecture with "Advanced Topics in Net-Zero Architecture." This course delves into cutting-edge concepts, methodologies, and technologies that are revolutionizing the way we design and build net-zero structures. This course serves as a preparation platform for the prestigious U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Competition, centered around designing a Net-Zero building. No student may earn credit for both 4332 and 5332. (F)
I D 5341. Advanced Topics in Net-Zero Architecture: Competition.1 Credit Hour.
(Slashlisted with I D 4341) Prerequisite: I D 5332; Graduate standing in the Gibbs College of Architecture. Discover the future of sustainable architecture with "Advanced Topics in Net-Zero Architecture." This course delves into cutting-edge concepts, methodologies, and technologies that are revolutionizing the way we design and build net-zero structures. This course prepares students to participate in and present at the Final and Semi-final of the prestigious U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Competition. No student may earn credit for both 4341 and 5341. (Sp)
I D 5343. Indoor Environmental Quality.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 4343) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the College of Architecture, or permission of the instructor. This course focuses on the examination of factors that contribute to indoor environmental quality and the design practices and techniques for improving indoor environmental quality. Specific topics include daylight, views, acoustic control, lighting, thermal comfort, and air quality. No student may earn credit for both 4343 and 5343. (F)
I D 5413. Indoor Controls and Technology.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 4413) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the College of Architecture, or permission of the instructor. The course introduces and analyzes the technology of luminaries and control systems, including solid systems, dimming control, and other building management systems. It then invites students to apply their understanding through the design of a prescribed space. Students will be taught how to design and coordinate lighting control for energy effectiveness, flexibility of space, and increased occupant satisfaction. No student may earn credit for both 4413 and 5413. (Sp)
I D 5463. Interior Design Office Professional Practice.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with ID 4463) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the College of Architecture or permission of instructor. Review of business and professional issues relating to interior design practice, including organizational structures, marketing, contracts, professional registration, trade professions, fee structures, and project management. Overview of legal, financial, management, and administrative issues, establishing a practice, managing project progress, business development, business ethics, project compensation and agreements, and issues and procedures for both commercial and residential design firms. No student may earn credit for both 4463 and 5463. (Sp)
I D 5523. Graduate Studio I.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing and permission of Graduate Liaison. Introduction to fundamental design and visual communication skills through material, formal, and spatial properties of design. Graphic techniques will be employed through a range of phases, from communicating initial design proposals to detailed drawings that can fully convey information necessary for construction. Students will construct architectural study models to use as spatial analysis during the design process. (F)
I D 5533. Graduate Studio II.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing and I D 5523, with I D 5763 a co-requisite, or permission of Graduate Liaison. An introduction to space planning strategies, interior architectural components, accessibility guidelines, design programming, residential codes, and the design process as they relate to small scale residential projects, with an emphasis on issues of form, function, space, light, materials, color, texture, and ergonomics. (Sp)
I D 5534. Graduate Studio III.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing, I D 5533, and I D 5763, with I D 5163 as a co-requisite; or permission of Graduate Liaison. Introduction to advanced space planning, human factors, universal design, building codes as they relate to multi-family and small commercial projects, including but not restricted to retail, businesses, restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, and galleries up to 3,000 square feet; emphasis on the influence of space planning strategies and human factors on interior architectural components, design programming, and design development. (F)
I D 5544. Graduate Studio IV.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing, I D 5534, and I D 5163; or permission of Graduate Liaison. Introduction to human needs and activities as design determinants, design implications of spatial relationships, scale and function, building codes, and design programming as they relate to institutional building design, including but not limited to educational facilities, libraries, higher ed, K-12, or museums up to 5000 sq ft; emphasis on influence of human factor on furniture, fixture, and equipment specifications. (Sp)
I D 5564. Graduate Studio V.4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing and I D 5544 or permission of the Graduate Liaison; Corequisite: I D 5573 or permission of the Graduate Liaison. Introduction to the space planning processes and application of design principles as they pertain to mid-size commercial projects up to 12,000 square feet, with an emphasis on health and wellness. Projects may include clinics, medical office buildings, fitness/rehabilitation centers, and community engagement spaces; emphasis on the importance of evidence-based design research. (F)
I D 5573. Interior Lighting.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with I D 4573) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the College of Architecture or permission of instructor. This course introduces the use of lighting to define and enhance interior environments through the interaction of light, vision, and psychology. Lectures cover topics such as the relationship between light and materials, color rendering and appearance, lighting control systems, building codes and standards, sustainability, and energy conservation. No student may earn credit for both 4573 and 5573. (F)
I D 5633. Interior Design Portfolio II.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with ID 4633) Prerequisite: Graduate standing and departmental permission. The course offers preparation and presentation of an advanced portfolio to be assessed by industry professionals and educators. Emphasis is on the design of the portfolio, resume and marketing collateral, and their organization and delivery methods, including software applications necessary for creating printed and web-based portfolios. This course will assist students in the transition to professional practice or graduate school. No student may earn credit for both 4633 and 5633. (Sp)
I D 5713. Commercial Design.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing and permission of Graduate Liaison. Introduction to planning processes and the application of design principles to commercial design projects. Space planning process, design philosophy, specifications and oral presentations will be expected on each project. (Sp)
I D 5723. Lighting Design.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing or permission of Graduate Liaison. Introduction to lighting design of interiors. Studio/lecture presentations; focus on design principles in lighting, lighting quality, lighting quantification codes, and energy conservation. Emphasis is on integration of lighting with interior spaces, techniques in lighting design, fixture design, and exploration of computer visualization. (F)
I D 5763. Graduate Interior Design Computer Application.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing and permission of Graduate Liaison. Use of computer-aided design (AutoCAD Architecture, SketchUp, Photoshop and InDesign) and its role in interior design professional practice. Applications to demonstrate design process and problem-solving solutions in two- and three-dimensional representation and modeling. Analysis of the applications of computer-aided design in the interior design industry. (F)
I D 5773. Graduate Interior Construction.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing and permission of Graduate Liaison. Introduction to the construction materials and methods, building and finish materials used in the design of non-loadbearing interior construction. Intended to develop an accurate and efficient expression of selection and detailing of materials and assemblies in construction drawings. Additional topics include mechanical and electrical systems, building codes, and planning standards. (Sp)
I D 5793. Interior Materials and Specifications.3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing and permission of Graduate Liaison. Study of the basic characteristics and installation of materials and finishes used in the design of interiors, building codes, fire safety, and regulations for accessibility. Emphasis on writing specifications for FF&E and non-loadbearing construction. (F)
I D 5823. Design for Independent Living.3 Credit Hours.
(Slashlisted with ID 4823) Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Students will be introduced to aging in place design and universal design that supports safe, comfortable and independent living for users as they age in their residential setting. The course will focus on design determinants, design implications of spatial relationships, scale and function, residential building codes, and design programming as they relate to aging in place homes. No student may earn credit for both 4823 and 5823. (Sp)
I D 5940. Field Work.1-3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in College of Architecture or permission of instructor. Field study related to the student's interest in architectural lighting approved by graduate liaison. One credit hour per 120 hours of fieldwork or equivalent. Documentation and evaluation required. (F, Sp, Su)
I D 5950. Masters of Science in Interior Design Project.2-6 Credit Hours.
2 to 6 hours. Prerequisite: Permission of director/graduate coordinator. May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Professional project of significant scale and complexity in the student's area of concentration. (F, Sp)
I D 5960. Directed Readings.1-4 Credit Hours.
1 to 4 hours. Prerequisite: graduate standing; permission of instructor, adviser and dean. May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. (F, Sp)
I D 5970. Special Topics/Seminar.1-3 Credit Hours.
1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or permission of instructor. May be repeated; maximum credit nine hours. Special topics or seminar course for content not currently offered in regularly scheduled courses. May include library and/or laboratory research and field projects. (Irreg.)
I D 5980. Research for Master's Thesis.2-6 Credit Hours.
2 to 6 hours. Prerequisite: Permission of director/graduate coordinator. Variable enrollment, two to six hours; maximum credit applicable toward degree, 6 hours. (F, Sp)
I D 5990. Special Studies.1-6 Credit Hours.
1 to 6 hours. Prerequisite: permission of instructor, adviser and dean. The opportunity is provided for students with above-average grades to do individual library or laboratory work on special problems not included in present courses. (F, Sp)
Faculty
| Last Name | First/Middle Name | Middle init. | OU Service start | Title(s), date(s) appointed | Degrees Earned, Schools, Dates Completed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhattacharjee | Suchismita | 2013 | Associate Professor of Interior Design - 2019; Assistant Professor of Interior Design - 2013; Graduate Liaison of Interior Design - 2015 | PhD, Virginia Polytechnic Inst, 2010; MS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, 2010; MS, Michigan State Univ, 2007; BS, Jadavpur Univ, 2005 | |
| Colwell | Erin | 2023 | Lecturer -2023 | Masters of Construction Administration, Univ of Oklahoma, 2012; Bachelor of Arts, Univ of Oklahoma, 2006 | |
| Edwards | Andrea | 2025 | Instructor - 2025 | Bachelor of Science - Interior Design, Oklahoma State University, 1990 | |
| Hampton | Audrey | 2024 | Lecturer - 2024 | Master of Science in Adv. Architectural Design, Columbia Univ, 2024; Bachelor of Architecture, Oklahoma State Univ, 2019 | |
| Holcomb | Chelsea | 2021 | Associate Professor of Interior Design - 2024; Lecturer of Interior Design - 2021 | Masters of Architecture, Univ of Oklahoma, 2021; BFA, Interior Design, Univ of Central Oklahoma, 2010 | |
| Hornbeek | Julie | 2023 | Lecturer - 2023 | Bachelor of Interior Design, Univ of Oklahoma, 2009 | |
| Kile | Mia | 2012 | Associate Professor of Interior Design - 2012 | MFA, Univ of North Texas, 2003; BFA, Univ of North Texas, 1998 | |
| Matin | Negar | 2019 | Associate Professor of Interior Design - 2026; Assistant Professor of Interior Design - 2020 | PhD, Technology, Eastern Michigan Univ, 2020; MArch Architecture Engineering, Tabriz Art Univ, 2012; BArch in Architecture Engineering, Chamran Univ of Ahvaz, 2010 | |
| Pober | Elizabeth | 2004 | Associate Professor of Interior Design - 2014; Assistant Professor of Interior Design - 2007 | MS, Univ of Oklahoma, 2004; B Interior Design, Univ of Oklahoma, 2003 | |
| Proietti | Tiziana | 2018 | Associate Professor of Interior Design & Architecture - 2025; Assistant Professor of Interior Design & Architecture - 2018 | PhD in Architectural Design, Univ of Rome Sapienze, 2013; Masters of Architecture, Univ of Rome Sapienze, 2008 | |
| Shirley | Jennifer | 2023 | Lecturer - 2023 | Master of Architecture, Univ of Oklahoma, 2023; Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design, Univ of Central Oklahoma, 2000 | |
| Yeji | Yi | 2023 | Assistant Professor of Interior Design - 2023, Graduate Liaison of Interior Design - 2026 | PhD - Planning, Design & Construction, Univ of Oklahoma, 2021; Master of Science in Architecture, Univ of Oklahoma, 2017; Masters Degree of Design Studies in Architecture, Hanyang Univ, 2013. |