In addition to making a design presentation to the Director and Staff, students conducted background research and produced a programming document to identify the special needs of the clients. A formal presentation of selected projects was made to Dr. Gene Hemp who approves the actual carry-through of such renovation projects on campus. The more difficult problems posed by a real client and the detailed programming involved in this team project helped improve students' creative problem solving skills. This type of project also helps students develop and improve their client interviewing techniques and helps them learn more about working in effective teams. Students gain and apply knowledge regarding detailing and environmental technology this semester as well.
Students learn new information and apply it when designing in studio.
Integration of codes and universal design concerns are planned within projects in both studio and the detailing courses. Students final project in the course is to produce a set of working drawings for the residence designed in the studio. Students investigate structural and the building materials issues related to green design and environmental quality. Faculty within the College of Architecture, as well as faculty throughout the University, provides specific lectures on technical issues related to their expertise. This knowledge is applied within studio.