Interior Design Research Methods

by Lily B. Robinson

Overview

Interior Design Research Methods gives you the tools and skills needed to do research and analysis for human­-centered interior design projects. The text develops your analytical skills and helps you transform scientific models into unique and innovative processes for design projects. You'll integrate information about external and internal influences on the research process, develop a research question and thesis, design a system of inquiry, and analyze, interpret, and present data. Updated case studies cover topics such as gender, design for vulnerable populations, and ethical considerations. Instructor's Guide includes test banks, sample syllabus, and supplemental assignments

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781501327780
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	01/12/2023
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.10(h) x 0.65(d)

About the Author

Lily is a licensed architect in New York and California, NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualifications) certified, member of IDEC (Interior Design Educators Council) and member of ANFA (Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture) and ACE (ANFA Center for Education), a group of architects and neuroscientists interested in promoting new ways of teaching and evaluating architecture by incorporating the findings of natural and social sciences into design for the built environment.


In her professional practice, Lily specializes in residential remodels, additions and ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units).


She is currently an adjunct faculty in the Architecture Program in the College of Social/Behavioral Sciences and Multicultural Studies at San Diego Mesa College.

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments

Chapter 1: Why Research?
Chapter 2: Systems of Inquiry and Evaluation
Chapter 3: Philosophical Foundations and Meaningful Influences
Chapter 4: Research Design for Design Research
Chapter 5: Gathering Original Data
Chapter 6: Interviews
Chapter 7: Surveys
Chapter 8: Observation
Chapter 9: Data Analysis and Representation
Chapter 10: Implications for Practice and Future Research

Glossary
Credits
Index