

Students will analyze and specify various functional and decorative hardware options. Students will examine the various methods, techniques and materials involved in the construction various types of cabinet and component systems will be discussed, with an emphasis on identifying the appropriate substrate and finish specifications to achieve desired results in terms of aesthetics, performance and budget. The focus of the course will be on designing and detailing freestanding and built-in furniture, cabinetry and trim, with an emphasis on residential spaces. Students will create a professional set of working drawings and specifications, and will present their design solutions through formal presentations. Students will be introduced to local kitchen suppliers on field trips to gain an understanding of design and specification possibilities. The latest design and technological trends for residential kitchens will be explored in order to produce a set of comprehensive design and construction drawings that incorporate state-of-the-art appliance, cabinetry, lighting and finish specifications.

Students will implement the principles of universal and barrier free design while adhering to BC Building Codes. Building on the design process established in prior studio courses, students will conceptualize, analyse and plan workable design solutions based both on a detailed client needs survey and design industry standards.

Students will begin by exploring the historical evolution of the kitchen in order to better understand how and why design and technology has changed.

This studio course focuses on the design and planning of residential kitchens and adjacent spaces through lectures, research and field trips as well as individual and group assignments. Centre for Applied Research & Innovation.
