Through the exploration of the art and architecture of environmental design, students solve problems in a broad range of built environments. Students work closely with faculty in a studio environment similar to the professional design office experience.
Through the exploration of the art and architecture of environmental design, students solve problems in a broad range of built environments. Students work closely with faculty in a studio environment similar to the professional design office experience.
The curriculum and projects support the professional, multidisciplinary philosophy and foster the creation of humane, sustainable environments for people.
Visualization and communications skills, as well as a strong technical component, provide a basis for the education of designers who will become creative problem solvers and leaders in various fields of interior design.
Students receive a broad liberal arts education in conjunction with studio courses in fine arts to complement their work in environmental and interior design.
A sensitivity to the concerns of people, sustainable design practices and an understanding of the business of design contribute to their overall competence.
Individual work experiences and actual and collaborative projects in the community and with industry expose students to current and future issues.
The program shares courses, design laboratories, and studios with other disciplines in the School of Design maintains a close relationship with professional designers, design societies, and manufacturers.
Students and the program have received many national and international design awards. The program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).
Student Learning Outcomes
Program Requirements
Major Requirements: 54 credits
DES 101 - Digital Tools for Designers I
Art History Requirements: 15 credits
Art/Design History Elective 3 credits
Art/Design History Elective 3 credits
Academic Requirements: 6 credits
Liberal Arts and Sciences Electives (12 credits)/Academic Electives (11 credits)*
Academic electives are most courses offered outside of art, design, or transmedia (for example, courses offered in CRS, Arts and Sciences, Whitman, and other colleges outside of VPA).
These academic courses usually have non-art-related content, such as math, natural sciences, astronomy, global history, political science, psychology, and entrepreneurship, and languages at the 100-level, among others. You can find a comprehensive list of approved academic electives here.
*The required 23 credits should consist of 12 credits of Liberal Arts & Sciences Electives, and 11 credits of Academic Electives.
Studio Electives: 21 credits
Studio electives are courses usually offered in VPA through art, design, or transmedia. The content of the courses directly relates to the preparation of students for professional careers in art, design, and transmedia.
The course content includes, but is not limited to, conceptualization, process, product, and critique of creative work in studio practice. These courses meet for a much longer time, for a minimum of four hours per week for the duration of the semester.
Usual meeting patterns are: the class meets once per week for four+ hours, or the class meets twice per week, usually for two or more hours each.
Located on East 61st Street in Manhattan, the Joseph I. Lubin House is home base for Syracuse University’s New York City operations.
The townhouse, nestled among such city landmarks as Central Park, The Pierre Hotel, and Bergdorf Goodman, houses a full-time staff of nearly 20 professionals from several University departments and provides overnight accommodations to Syracuse University employees and faculty while in town on business.
Lubin House offers a wide array of programs and events, including alumni gatherings, industry discussion panels, and art exhibits.
In addition, many of Syracuse University’s academic programs take advantage of the University’s NYC headquarters while professors and student groups are in the area.
The building contains a collection of meeting spaces with a range of sizes and capabilities for use by University personnel.Central to Lubin House’s offerings is the Louise and Bernard Palitz Gallery, located on the second floor.
As an extension of Syracuse University Art Museum, the Palitz Gallery offers Syracuse University a unique opportunity to extend its cultural exhibitions into New York City, as well as the chance to serve the interests of the city’s alumni population and the greater cultural community.
The Lubin House is also home to a regional admissions office that serves as a great resource for future Syracuse University students.
This team hosts numerous college workshops for both high school students and their parents, holds information sessions about the University, and conducts admission interviews with local applicants.
In addition to Admissions, the Lubin House is also home to staff members from Advancement and External Affairs, including staff devoted to alumni engagement.
The bachelor's degree prepares students to practice interior design and to be eligible after two years of work experience to sit for the professional certification exam (NCIDQ).
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in interior design prepares students to analyze interior design problems, assess existing conditions, research and synthesize solutions, visually and verbally present solutions
As a student in the Interior Design Program, you’ll receive one-on-one attention from instructors who are highly qualified working industry professionals.
The goal of professional practice remains at the center of our program. Studying interior design through interdisciplinary and cross-cultural consultation with a diverse faculty helps you to make informed choices for your future.
Interior design is defined as the professional and comprehensive practice of creating an interior environment that addresses, protects, and responds to human need(s).
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