21-2805 Design History: Spaces + Objects

In this course, students will refine their skills of seeing, discussing, and analyzing the built environment and objects inhabiting it. Students will be exposed to the major movements and periods in interior architecture and design, furniture, and the decorative arts. In addition, students will explore a wide range of cultural, political, technological and physical / material influences affecting historical changes in design of the built environment. Contemporary environments will be featured as well.

3 Credits
PREREQUISITES: 22-1105 Introduction to Visual Culture