B.Des. (Interior and Spatial Experience Design)

The Bachelor of Design (Interior and Spatial Experience Design) program offers a robust array of features designed to equip students with the skills to craft responsive, sustainable, and human-centric physical environments:

• Immersive Spatial Experiences: The program employs a hands-on, studio-based approach, enabling students to create user-centered physical environments that blend architectural aesthetics with functionality. Students master design thinking to identify human ‘pain points’ within a space, developing solutions that enhance comfort, accessibility, and emotional well-being.
• Smart Space & IoT Integration: Recognizing the rise of ‘living architecture,’ the program explores the integration of AI and IoT into the built environment. Students learn to design smart, interconnected interiors such as responsive lighting, climate-controlled zones, and automated spatial layouts—that adapt to user behavior and preferences.
• Biophilic & Sustainable Design: A core pillar of the curriculum is the harmony between nature and habitability. Students specialize in Biophilic Design, using natural patterns and greenery to improve mental health, and Sustainable Design, focusing on circular materials, carbon-neutral construction, and energy-efficient spatial planning.
• Virtual & Augmented Spatial Prototyping: The program embraces XR (Extended Reality) as a design tool. Students use AR and VR to walk through their 1:1 scale interior concepts before they are built, allowing for immersive exploration of volume, light, and material impact in real-time.
• Human-Centered Environmental Psychology: Grounded in human factors and ergonomics, the program prioritizes the physical and psychological needs of the occupant. Students research how color, acoustics, and layout influence human behavior, ensuring designs are inclusive and effective for diverse populations.
• Transdisciplinary Collaboration: Students engage in multidisciplinary projects, working with experts in architecture, psychology, and engineering. This prepares them to design specialized environments for sectors such as Healthcare (healing spaces), Hospitality, Retail, and Adaptive Reuse of heritage buildings.
• Research-Driven Spatial Innovation: As a research-based program, students study emerging urban trends and occupant data. They analyze how changing lifestyles like remote work or aging populations affect spatial requirements, making evidence-based decisions for future-ready interiors.
• Advanced Design Studio Culture: A dedicated, state-of-the-art Design Studio serves as a collaborative hub for brainstorming, large-scale model making, and material experimentation. It fosters a creative mindset that challenges conventional notions of ‘walls and floors.’
• In-House Live Projects: The program incorporates real-world interior commissions within the institution and through industry partners. Students gain practical experience in project management, vendor coordination, and site supervision, building a professional portfolio that demonstrates technical feasibility.
• Industry-Aligned Curriculum: The curriculum is constantly updated to reflect global trends in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry, ensuring graduates are proficient in the latest building codes, safety standards, and wellness certifications (like WELL or LEED).

World-Class Infrastructure:

Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities to bring their spatial visions to life, including:

• Advanced Fabrication Lab: CNC laser cutting, 3D printers, and woodworking machinery for physical prototyping.
• Material Library: A comprehensive archive of sustainable finishes, textiles, and smart materials.
• High-End Computing Lab: Equipped with industry-standard design software for high-fidelity visualization.