Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Space/Form
Space and Place
Elements and Composition of Interior Space
Case Study and Interview: The Way Out, Sonoma County, USA / Ogrydziak Prillinger Architects
Project: Observing Space and Form

Chapter 2: Site/Function
Analyzing the Site
Types of Interior
Case Study and Interview: Cut and Fold House, London, UK / Ashton Porter
Project: Observing Sight and Function

Chapter 3: Materials/Texture
Understanding the Interior
Selecting Materials
Perception of Quality
Architectural Materials
Case Study and Interview: Family House, Miyajima Island, Japan / Kazuya Nakomoto
Project: Observing Materials and Texture

Chapter 4: Light/Mood
Understanding Light
Using Light
Calculating Light
Case Study and Interview: One Kearny Lobby, San Francisco, USA / IwamotoScott
Project: Observing Light and Mood

Chapter 5: Presentation/Representation
Key Stages in Design
Representing Design
Case Study and Interview: Pill Box, London, UK / Bluebottle
Project: Observing Presentation and Representation

Conclusion
Sources of Information and Inspiration
Index
Acknowledgements and Picture Credits

Promotional Information

Introduces the key ideas that inform interior architecture design. It draws upon contemporary and historical references to show the richness and diversity of interior architecture.

About the Author

John Coles (Dip Arch) lectured at Middlesex University, UK, where he was programme leader for the Interior Architecture MA and Sustainable Design MA and Joint Programme Leader for the BA Honours Interior Architecture programmes.