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Obj. 4.00 Interior F
Interior Design 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 | Speech aside from words that transmit meaning. Communication includes pitch, speed, tone and volume of voice, gestures and facial expressions, body posture, stance, and proximity to the listener, eye movements and contact, and dress and appearance. |
| 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 | Organizing their work, guiding their actions, and finalizing their decisions when working with team members and clients. Although linear, it is not unusual to revisit them several times as a client changes his or her mind or a design is further refined. |
| 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. The designer clearly identifies the client’s design problem, current situation, and future needs. creates a client program with an interview and than the clients approval |
| Client program | A document that outlines the client project-functions, specific need requirements in each space. Becomes a checklist-type document that helps understand the situation and needs, and ensures inclusion of every requirement in the final design solution. |
| Schematic design | Phase 2 . A brainstorming or “what-if” phase that is creative and innovative. Using quick drawings to help envision floor plants, spaces, and more. Includes concept development, preliminary space planning, by the end they will have explored multiple ideas |
| Design development | Phase 3. The refinement of designs and decisions the designer and client made, critical analysis, floor plan revisions, evaluation of systems details, refinement of material and furnishings, development of detailing, budget, and client sign-offs. |
| Contract documents | Phase 4. Involves preparing formal documents for the construction and installation of design. These documents are the legally binding document, budget, development of working drawings, specification book, bidding with contractor, and client approvals. |
| 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. |