Cover; Title Page; Copyright; Contents; How to get the most out of this book; Introduction; 1: The design process; The design process in action; Professional practice; 2: Understanding the project ; The client; The briefing; Design analysis; Building and site research; 3: Understanding the space; Understanding spatial relationships; A typology of technical drawing; 4: Understanding building structures; Building construction principles; Materials for construction; Mechanical and electrical systems; 5: Organising the space; Design development; Human dimensions and scale; Proportioning systems Ordering systemsInclusive design; 6: The human interface; Materials and finishes; The decorative scheme; Acoustics; Furniture ; Colour; Light; 7: Sustainable design; Climate change; Energy-saving strategies and services; Sustainability and material use; 8: Communicating design; Telling the story; Presentation drawings; Presentation boards; Multimedia presentations; Sources of inspiration; Index; Image sources; Acknowledgements; Working with ethics; Back Cover

The Fundamentals of Interior Design takes the subject of interior design and explains the essential concepts in a logical and sensible way by looking at the process of design, from first contact with a client, to presentation of the finished design work and beyond. Throughout the text, guidelines are given to provide structure and the reader is encouraged to adapt and initiate methodologies to suit individual project needs. This approach gives designers a belief in their own abilities, and confidence to tackle different projects with the unique challenges that each one brings.