Course detail
Design Manual
FA-DEM-KAcad. year: 2025/2026
The course provides students with the understanding of the relationship between the building and the inner space, from the concept to the realisation detail. Students will learn to compose a simple design manual including the budget and specification of individual items. They will familiarize themselves with the specifics of design of atypic elements from wood, metal, laminate, stone etc. They will learn the criteria of selection of surface finishes, greenery, and accessories with regard to the appearance, operation characteristics, and price.
In the study programme “Architecture and Urban Design” the course is part of the technical courses.
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Entry knowledge
Rules for evaluation and completion of the course
During seminars students must consult the assigned task.
In the case of a student's apology and with approval of the subject guarantor, personal attendance may be substituted with online attendance in the classes.
Aims
– Students will understand the inseparability of exterior and interior.
– Students will familiarize themselves with the principles of interior designing and realisation.
– Students will learn how to work with space, light and colour.
– Students will know how to work with materials, surfaces, furniture, and plants in the interior.
– Students will learn to cooperate with a graphic designer and designer.
– Students will acquire the skill of coordinating interior works, selection of contractors, and budgeting.
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Classification of course in study plans
- Programme B_A+U Bachelor's 3 year of study, summer semester, elective
- Programme N_A+U Master's
specialization --- (do 2022) , 1 year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional
1 year of study, summer semester, elective