Includes bibliographical references (page 479-483) and index.

"The third edition of Foundations of Interior Design, 3rd edition, offers a thorough update to this introduction to the creative, technical and business aspects of the interior design profession. By surveying design history, the elements and principles of design, professional practice, and more, Susan Slotkis provides a practical and comprehensive overview. This new edition includes more coverage of sustainability and a thorough update of lighting topics. Online resources, including a timeline, multiple choice quizzes, flashcards, and other study tools, supplement the book"-- Provided by publisher.

The interior design profession : The emergence of the interior designer ; Today's interior design profession -- Socially responsible design : Human factors ; Cultural considerations ; Environmental factors ; The role of education -- Design theory: aesthetics, elements and principles of design : Aesthetics ; Elements of design ; Principles of design -- Color theory and application : The science of color ; Color systems ; Color harmony schemes ; Color language -- The design process : Overview of project phases ; Preproject ; Phase 1. Programming ; Phase 2. Schematic design ; Phase 3. Design development ; Phase 4. Contract documents ; Phase 5. Contract administration ; Postcompletion ; Space planning specifics -- Communicating the vision : Drawing equipment and supplies ; Orthographic drawing ; Pictorial drawing ; Sketching ; Rendering ; Models ; The role of technology ; Presentation packages -- Light and lighting systems : General considerations for lighting solutions ; Types of lighting sources ; Light's relationship to other factors ; Fighting fixtures ; The lighting plan and schedule -- Architectural design elements: the shell : Site, orientation, and climate ; Basic building components ; Environmental control systems ; Acoustical systems ; Power and communication systems -- Finishing the interior: the lining : Floors ; Walls ; Ceilings ; Millwork -- Furnishing the interior: feathering the nest : Textiles ; Nontextile materials ; Window coverings ; Furniture ; Fixtures, equipment, and appliances ; Special contract design considerations ; Storage, hardware, and signage ; Accessories-- Period design styles: Antiquity (c. 4500 BCE-CE 500) - Empire Style (1789-1848) : Antiquity (c.4500 BCE-CE 500) ; Medieval period (200-c. 1500) -- The Renaissance (c. 1450-1649) ; Non-western influences on design: exploration and trade ; Baroque style (c. 1600-1730) ; Rococo style (1715-c.1780) ; Neoclassical style (c. 1760-c. 1830) ; Empire style (1789-1848) -- Period design styles: Revival styles (c. 1830-c. 1880) to Contemporary style (1960-present) : Revival style (c. 1830-c. 1880) ; Aesthetic movement (1868-c. 1900) ; Arts and Crafts movement (c. 1880-c.1915) -- Art Nouveau (c. 1800-c.1910) ; International style (c. 1917-c. 1940) ; Art Deco (c. 1920-c. 1940) ; Mid-century modernism (c. 1940-c. 1960) ; Contemporary style (c. 1960-present) -- Forecasting and trends : Time frames and cycles ; The role of research groups, exhibitions, trade shows, and show houses ; Influencing factors ; Current movements influencing interior design -- Professional practice : Career paths of the emerging designer ; Legislative impact on interior design ; Professional ethics ; Types of employment ; Marketing and promotion ; Operating a design business ; Professional relationships ; Letters of agreement and contracts ; Fee structures ; Billing process for design services ; Relationship with suppliers -- Appendix A. Professional organizations, research resources, interior design blogs, and government agencies -- Appendix B. Names to know: interior designers, architects, and furniture designers -- Appendix C. Interior design's hall of fame -- Basic Metric Conversion Table -- Glossary.

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