MPS-S Course Descriptions 725 History and Theory of Sustainability in the Interior Environment
736 Materials and Finishes for the Sustainable Interior
748 Maintaining the Green Interior
Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
Students are introduced to the history and theory of sustainability and, through research and analysis, explore precedents in the vernacular and designed environment, as well as their relationship to the finite nature of our planet.
This course instructs designers in the analysis, evaluation, and selection of construction and finish materials for the sustainable interior. Students will learn methods of determining material appropriateness and considerations when designing a green interior along with understanding the LEED rating system as applied to interior materials.
Making an interior sustainable does not end on move in day. This course introduces students to the materials, methods, and strategies for creating a successful maintenance program for a variety of facility types, ensuring the endurance of the facility and its future as a sustainable environment. This course concludes with presentations devoted to the preparation for the LEED AP exam.
726 Principles of Sustainable Design in the Natural Environment Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
This course introduces students to the principles and concepts of sustainability and provides the context for design decisions for the twenty-first century. Students will develop an understanding of why current and future makers of the built environment must think differently than in the past and the reasons for both historical and current concerns about resource limitations. Class discussions will explore differing interpretations of the concept of sustainability and the broad range of factors contributing to a sustainable society, including, heath, productivity, and culture.
738 Constructing the Green Interior
728 Designing the Green Interior
Building on knowledge gained so far in the program and relating to other courses taken concurrently, this design studio focuses on the task of creating a sustainable residential interior. Working in teams, each group will design a residential project assigned from among varying types, from a free standing single family residence to a residence within a multiple dwelling, a residence created through adaptive reuse, or a residence for special populations including a dormitory, group home, or assisted living facility.
Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
This course examines the task of developing a sustainable project, and the various strategies for structuring the project team and work flow. The questions of who participates, what roles people play, and how the design process works in this new paradigm are covered, while introducing the purpose and practices leading to LEED certification.
733 Sustainable Soft Goods
Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
This course introduces students to strategies and procedures for implementing the green project, successful project management and builds on knowledge gained in 628 Designing the Green Interior. The collaborative roles of designer, architect, engineer, contractor, and owner, are explored, along with requirements leading to LEED Certification.
742 Sustainable Studio I: Residential Environments Studio Credits: 4, No prerequisites
Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
743 Sustainable Hard Goods
This course examines both mass market and custom soft goods, and introduces students to the analytical methods for determining appropriate choices for designing and selecting soft goods for a sustainable interior. Upholstery frames, fillings, and finish textiles for furnishings, as well as window treatments and floor coverings are covered. Both new and remanufactured goods are explored, along with issues related to sourcing and transportation.
Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
734 Principles of Daylighting Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
This course instructs designers in the analysis, evaluation, and manipulation of daylight, and its effect on the design and success of an interior space. Students will learn the methods of calculating the contributions of daylight, and its impact on space planning choices, interior finishes, as well as window options and interior daylight control.
This course examines both mass market and custom hard goods, and the methods for determining appropriate choices when designing or selecting hard goods for a sustainable interior. Both natural and manmade materials will be covered, as well as finishing processes. Through research and analysis students will become familiar with new and remanufactured goods, including issues related to sourcing, transportation, and LEED certification.
744 Lighting Controls and Systems Technology Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
The success of sustainable design projects is directly linked to illumination quality, efficiency, and effectiveness. Students will be introduced to current and upcoming technologies as they consider the integration of intelligent and responsive lighting in the context of occupant/user interface, integration with digital infrastructure, and compatibility with construction.
28 • New York School of Interior Design • Academic Catalog 2017/2018
Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
749 Environmental Systems for the Sustainable Interior Lecture Credits: 2, No prerequisites
This course covers the methodologies for determining and maintaining comfortable conditions within buildings and focuses on efficient performance and systems integration. Students will gain knowledge of various building systems, methods for determining energy use, and the factors that contribute to a comfortable and sustainable interior. Case studies where students assess the success of various theoretical concepts and applications are included.
752 Sustainable Studio II: Contract Environments Studio Credits: 4, No prerequisites
This capstone design studio focuses on the challenge of designing a sustainable contract interior. Working in teams, each group will be assigned a different contact project type including corporate, institutional, healthcare, hospitality, and retail. This project is presented to a graduate faculty jury and industry specialists for evaluation.