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Space and Environment

Subject
Subject code DD.08.01
Subject name Space and Environment
Credit points 2 ECTS
Grading method Nondistinctive
Curriculum subject
Curriculum 2013 S,2263
Study year 2
Semester Spring semester
Subject type Mandatory
Specialization design
General description
 Space typology;
 The interior of social and habitable buildings and the fundamentals based on their specificity of space;
 Normative framework in design. Lighting. Acoustics;
 The specific materials used in interior;
 The broader view of environment, mostly urban space and its possible use, considering different interest groups;
 Virtual space.
Aim
 To provide the basic knowledge of the space typology and the normative framework of design;
 To introduce the specific materials used in the interior, their qualities and suitability to the requirements concerning the materials, based on the use of space (e.g. fire and abrasion resistance etc.);
 To introduce different technical possibilities that are related to the lighting design and improving the space acoustics;
 To provide the comprehensive knowledge of the possibilities and specifics of using and including public space.
 To provide an overview of the specifics of creating a virtual environment.
Study outcome
Upon completion, students will
 be aware of the different types and specifics of habitable and public spaces;
 be aware of the standards regulating interior design;
 be aware of the basic lighting-technical solutions and the standards regulating the use of lighting in different types of building;
 be aware of the characteristics of different light sources and their suitability for the space needs;
 be aware of the main principles of space acoustics;
 be aware of how to use public space according to the needs of different interest groups;
 comprehend the specifics of creating a virtual space.
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