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4.00 Interior Fun. V
4.00 Interior Fun. Vocab
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Concept statement | A written vision of where to focus a design solution for a client. Appeals to the clients point of reference and gives the designer boundaries. Lays the groundwork for the visual components of the design. |
| Active listening | The act of fully concentrating on what is being said rather than just passively “hearing” the message of the speaker. |
| Presentation board: | Used by interior designers, but also by architects, graphic designers and concept artists in order to present their ideas, drawings and designs to clients, co-workers or their boss. |
| 3D model: | A scaled representation of a building or interior with length, width, and depth. Can be physical or digital. |
| Non-verbal communication: | Behavior and elements of speech aside from the words themselves that transmit meaning. |
| Verbal communication: | The sharing of information between individuals by using speech. |
| Written communication: | Involves any type of message that makes use of the written word. Examples: e-mail, letters, proposals, brochures. |
| Interior design process: | A method that interior designers use for organizing their work, guiding their actions, and finalizing their decisions when working with team members and clients. |
| Pre-design: | Takes place before the interior design process begins. Designer interviews the client and asks questions to understand client’s needs. If the designer’s skills match and the client agrees a contract is signed so the interior design process can begin. |
| Programming: | Phase 1 of the interior design process. The designer clearly identifies the client’s design problem, current situation, and future needs. |
| Client program: | A document that outlines the client project-functions, specific need requirements in each space, issues, and current status. |
| Schematic design: | Phase 2 of the interior design process. A brainstorming or “what-if” phase that is creative and innovative. |
| Design development: | Phase 3 of the interior design process. The refinement of designs and decisions the designer and client made |
| Contract documents: | Phase 4 of the interior design process. Involves preparing formal documents for the construction and installation of design. |
| Contract administration: | Phase 5 of the interior design process. The design comes to life. Designer schedules and monitors construction work and costs. |
| Move-in and post occupancy: | Phase 6 of the interior design process. Designers sets a move-in date and schedules furniture and equipment delivery. Designer needs to assess the client’s satisfaction. |