DEA 2201

Magnifying Small Spaces Studio

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2014-2015.

Much of the worlds' population lives and works in small spaces.  This studio explores behaviors and ways in which design responds to micro environments.  Inquiry will experiment with issues of commodity, firmness and delight through the tenants of reduction and scale.  In reducing one's carbon footprint, how small is too small?  Prototypes range from tents and pods to nomadic structures.

When Offered Fall.

Fees Minimum cost of materials: approx. $50 field trip and supplies.
Permission Note Enrollment limited to: 20 students.
Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: completion of DEA 1101 and DEA 1150 (minimum grades of B-); B- or higher required or permission of instructor.

• Collect, analyze and report complex information and its significance in a clear and concise manner (write, speak, and use visual communication effectively).
• Apply creative problem-solving techniques to develop innovative solutions to wicked design problems (critical thinking; innovative research, design or practice).
• Effectively work in dynamic team situations (work effectively with others).

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