Course overview
This course aims to introduce students to the intricate relationships between human factors, environmental psychology, and sociology within the field of interior architecture. This course provides a comprehensive foundation in ergonomic and psychological considerations, emphasising the creation of functional, human-centred spaces. Through case studies, research projects, and design proposals, students will explore how design impacts behaviour, satisfaction, and social interactions, while learning to integrate human factors into their creative processes. This course connects with other core modules, enriching students' ability to develop designs that address human needs, thereby contributing to their broader development as interior architecture professionals.
- FOUNDATIONS: Foundations of Human Factors in Interior Architecture
- CONNECTION: Human-Centred Design and User Engagement
- DEPTH: Research in Design
Course learning outcomes
- Identify and describe key human factors including ergonomic, psychological, and sociological considerations in relation to interior environments.
- Apply ergonomic and psychological principles to propose user-centred spatial design solutions.
- Analyse interior case studies to evaluate how well human needs have been met and suggest evidence-based improvements.
- Conduct a basic inquiry into selected human-environment topics, using appropriate methods to gather and communicate findings.
- Reflect on how cultural, social, and ethical perspectives influence design decisions, with reference to First Nations knowledges or diverse user