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Interior materialsLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: SK00FK83

Credits

5 op

Objective

You will be aware of the responsibility of the interior designer in material and textile specifications.

You will know how to use the most common surface materials and textiles used in interior design.

You can define and select materials suitable for different uses based on their qualitative properties, usability, and sustainable design.

You can evaluate materials in terms of durability, reparability, aesthetics, and production costs.

You will be familiar with the players and practices in the field of interior materials.

Content

What are the issues related to the responsibility of the interior designer in material and textile specifications?

What are the most common surface materials and textiles used in interior design?

How do you identify and select materials suitable for different uses based on their qualitative properties, usability, and sustainable design?

How do you evaluate varied materials in terms of durability, repairability, aesthetics and production costs?

What kind of material suppliers are there and how do you collaborate with them?