Study Patterns

Architectural Design


The architectural design pattern permits the student to investigate design topics ranging from specific building types to contemporary social/architectural issues. Design is emphasized as professional career preparation for the individual who intends to become either a design specialist or a general practitioner. Focus is on a wide range of methodologies used to develop a cohesive process and philosophy as well as product, with the design studio being the major component in the analysis and synthesis of ideals, techniques, and technologies. Integral with this thrust is an examination of the process of design, systems of construction, relationships to the environment, historical theory, urban design, and human behavior. Students are encouraged to integrate course work from other patterns of study and other disciplines offered in the university.

Courses include:

ARCH 607 - Architectural Design III
ARCH 608 - Architectural Design IV
ARCH 623 - Design Methods I
ARCH 638 - Architectural Theory (Renaissance through 19th cent.)
ARCH 639 - Contemporary Architecture
ARCH 640 - Morphology of Architectural Form

Centers and Laboratories 
  Center for Housing and Urban Development
  Electronic Design Studio


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