Program Overview
The BFA in Interior Architecture & Design (IAD) prepares students to become well-rounded design professionals with inclusive and global perspectives. Interior architecture and design utilize principles of health, safety, and general welfare in the built environment to improve quality of life. Students are prepared to design interior environments, residential and non-residential, that serve a diverse set of individuals, circumstances, and uses.
Why Choose This Program?
- Demonstrate your ability to communicate and collaborate with industry-related professionals such as architects, engineers, and general contractors.
- Gain pre-professional experience through a required internship and opportunities to participate and network in professional industry organizations.
- Prepare to enter the industry with access to a collaborative studio that features drafting tables, dual-monitor computers, a 20-seat CAD Technology lab, a resource library with industry products and samples, and a print station.
Curriculum & Coursework
UNA’s Interior Architecture and Design students benefit from hands-on experience with authentic and purposeful design. Through coursework and experiential learning opportunities, students develop the skills needed to produce construction documents, produce evidence-based designs, and effectively communicate design solutions.
Sample Courses:
- IAD 261 Interior Architecture + Design Seminar
- IAD 274 Space, Form, + Concept
- FASH 341 Textiles + Materials
- IAD Building Systems for IAD
Career Paths & Outcomes
Interior Architecture and Design graduates are prepared for careers in architecture and interior design, allowing them to work in a wide range of areas such as residential design, corporate design, hospitality design, retail design, and healthcare design. Graduates develop both the technical skills and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in the industry of their choosing.
Common Career Paths:
- Interior Designer
- Product Designer
- Business Owner
- Project Designer
Student Experience
Interior Architecture and Design students gain practical experience through coursework in visual communication, architectural documentation, design, construction technology, and internship experience. The program’s emphasis on a collaborative atmosphere at Connie D. McKinney Center, a well-equpped studio, prepares students to enter the industry with the necessary skills and experience to succeed in their careers.
Opportunities Include:
- Access to a professional studio with a demonstration kitchen and student lounge
- Architecture and design coursework
- Internship experience as a first-step into the industry
- Membership with professional industry organizations
Meet the Faculty
Grayson Dolby
Lecturer, Interior Architecture and Design
gdolby@una.edu
Kendra McLain
Associate Professor, Interior Architecture and Design
ksmclain@una.edu
Dr. Dhrumil Patel
Professor, Interior Architecture and Design
dpatel1@una.edu
