Course Title: Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2017

Course Code: GRAP6357C

Course Title: Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief

School: 320T Architecture & Design

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5333 - Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration

Course Contact: Jenny Crowley

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819

Course Contact Email: interiors@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Maddie Granata  Maddie.granata@rmit.edu.au

Dean Foster       Dean.Foster@rmit.edu.au

Hoda   Afra              hoda.afra@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 65

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Successful completion of 3D design Process

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work proactively with a client or commissioning organisation to develop and negotiate a design brief.
It applies to individuals working in any industry or design context where the designer plays a key role in determining the scope and nature of work required. Establishment, negotiation and refinement of a design brief requires the integration of highly-developed creative thinking, communication and planning skills in a process that may not be linear. Adaptability and effective responses to change and new ideas are crucial.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBDES502 Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief

Element:

1 Establish design requirements

Performance Criteria:

1 Establish design

requirements

1.1 Identify and make appropriate contact with relevant

stakeholders for the design project, in addition to the client

1.2 Identify and source information and references relevant to the

design project

1.3 Undertake critical analysis of sources and extract key

information to inform the design project

1.4 Liaise with client and other key stakeholders to determine

overall objectives and parameters for the design project

1.5 Proactively seek, review and act on information needed to

inform constructive communication with client

1.6 Build trust and respect between self and client through

effective communication and demonstration of professional

integrity

Element:

2 Develop and refine design brief

Performance Criteria:

2 Develop and refine

design brief

2.1 Develop concepts and ideas for inclusion in design brief,

taking account of overall objectives and parameters

2.2 Undertake own analysis of concept and challenge ideas and

approaches taken to ensure responsiveness to project needs

2.3 Present ideas in an appropriate format/medium and seek

feedback from key stakeholders

2.4 Use effective communication techniques to generate

discussion, debate and critical analysis

2.5 Re-evaluate and refine options based on own analysis and

discourse with others

2.6 Establish and agree on final nature and scope of design brief

with client and accurately document details

Element:

3 Negotiate terms and conditions

Performance Criteria:

3 Negotiate terms and

conditions

3.1 Negotiate and agree terms and conditions of brief in

accordance with relevant organisational and professional standards

3.2 Clarify, agree and document roles and responsibilities of those

involved in the project

3.3 Confirm agreements in writing in accordance with

organisational requirements

3.4 Identify the need for specialist advice when developing formal

agreements or contracts, and seek appropriate assistance

Learning Outcomes


To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
 discuss the legal issues that affect negotiations and contracts in the relevant work context
 explain the design process within the specific industry context/design discipline
 compare and contrast the scope, nature and potential variations that occur within design briefs relevant to a specific context
 identify sources of information to assist the development of design concepts within a specific industry context.


Details of Learning Activities

Overview of Learning Activities

Learning activities will include independent research, supervised project and team work, reflection, peer feedback and guest presenter demonstrations

Details of Learning Activities

Learning Activities

The course is taught through tutorials, which enable a range of learning experiences. The lectures will introduce you to key ideas, practices and contexts that have shaped

contemporary interior decoration and design thinking and practice.

Learning activities will take place in a workshop or classroom using industry standard tools and resources. You will also be required to undertake independent study.

In class activities may include:

• class exercises to review discussions/lecture

• analysis/critique of relevant reading material

• design activities or projects

• group projects • peer learning

• independent project based work

 

The student learning experience will be facilitated by participation in the following activities:

  • lectures
  • guest speakers
  • peer teaching and class presentations 
  • Group discussions , peer review and feedback sessions
  • Teacher directed group activities and projects
  • class exercises to review discussions in lectures
  • Work shopping of students projects
  • analysis and critique of relevant reading materials

Out of class activities will include:

  • Online research
  • Independent project based work
  • Industry related excursions

Self Directed learning


Teaching Schedule

Teaching Schedule 2017 

Semester Outline will be uploaded onto Blackboard

WEEK/DATE              

SESSION

Design for Small to Medium Interiors ARCH5210C

Establish a Design Brief  GRAP5298C

LEARNING ELEMENTS

LMFID5013A

ARCH5210C

LEARNING ELEMENTS

BSBDES502A

GRAP6357C

SDL

Due dates

1

03/07/17

06/07/17

1

Introduction & Site Visit

Overview of course content and assessment requirements  introduce The eatery Project followed by Visit to the site.

AT1 BRIEF  - chefs & cuisines to be issued to class

    1. –  3.5

1.1 – 1.6

Site visit

Research in group



2

Site Visit  & Research

Site measure with chris job
    1. – 3.5

1.1 – 1.6

Site visit  to local bar/Restaurant

Research

 

2

10/07/17

13/07/17

1

Research -

Authorities approvals research /general design research

Talks with various consultants : building  surveyor/furniture supplier/lighting consultant/commercial kitchen equipment supplier/chef  
    1. – 3.5

1.1 – 1.6

Work in groups/prepare Research Presentation for task AT1

Attend seminar with various consultants

  

2

Brief Establishment

AT2 BRIEF  – handout /discuss part of task 4 part 2 (project folder)  
    1. – 3.5

1.1 – 1.6

AT1 to be presented.

Work in groups/prepare for  Presentation of task AT1

Task 1 – AT1 presentation due

13.07.17

3

17/07/17

20/07/17

1

Concept   Design

Preliminary Concept design

Spatial planning & layout & zoning diagrams

Design inspiration -discuss & refine concepts

Spatial planning & layout -

2.1– 5.4

2.1 – 2.6

Continue on Concept design direction / inspiration mood boards


Planning zones of space

  

2

Concept   Design

Research Presentation to class

2.1– 5.4

2.1 – 2.6

Continue on Concept design direction / inspiration mood boards

Planning zones of space

  

4

24/07/17

27/07/17

1

Concept   Design

Spatial planning & layout – bubble diagrams/flow charts

Concept model

2.1– 5.4

2.1 – 2.6

Research traffic flow & public access to site

Continue on Concept design

  

2

Concept   Design

prepare 2 concept plan options

Functional & planning issues confirmed with client Concept sketches/mood boards

2.1– 5.4

2.1 – 2.6

Continue on Concept design

  

5

31/07/17

03/08/17

1

Concept   Design

Refine special planning /source materials

2.1– 5.4

2.1 – 2.6

Source materials, finishes & FFE

Review brief and confirm all requirements for concept presentation

2

Concept   Design

Modify design in response to feedback from Concept Presentation

AT4 BRIEF  Project File – Brief .Present to teacher for formative assessment- reminder.example of folder to be shown

2.1– 5.4

2.1 – 2.6

AT2 to be presented.

Preliminary Concept  Presentation

Choose1 option .Continue to develop design and layout for the Design development.

Brief on the project filing folder

AT2 - Preliminary Concept  Presentation Due  03.08.17

6

07/08/17

18/08/17

1

Design Development

AT3  BRIEF

Preliminary Concept Presentation to class

Design concepts reviewed to ensure maximum energy efficiency is achieved

Assess environmental implications for the project.

5.1– 6.7

2.1 – 2.6

Site visit to fabric  show room  

AT3  Brief due

07/08/17

2

Design Development

Plans, elevations & sections

Identify materials in 2D drawing

5.1– 6.7

2.1 – 2.6

develop design and layout

  

7

14/08/17

17/08/17

1

Design Development

Plans, elevations & sections

Identify materials in 2D drawings

5.1– 6.7

2.1 – 2.6

Continue to develop design and layout

  

2

Design Development

Perspective views developed

Review final materials, finishes & FFE

5.1– 6.7

2.1 – 2.6

Continue to develop design and layout

  

8

21/08/17

24/08/17

1

Design Development

Perspective views developed

Finalise materials, finishes & FFE

5.1– 6.7

2.1 – 2.6

Continue to develop design and layout

  

2

Design Development

Trial render using mixed media techniques -  photoshop, hand sketching, hand rendering, 3D digital modelling

5.1– 6.7

2.1 – 2.6

Develop renderings, board layout and text

  

9

28/08/17

31/08/17

1

Design Development

Final render of all drawings, finalise annotations

Teacher to proofread annotations and design statement

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Finalise renderings, board layout and text

  

2

Design Development

Final render of all drawings, finalise annotations

Staff to proof read annotations and design statement

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Finalise renderings, board layout and text

  
             

10

04/09/17

07/09/17

1

Design Development

Trial print Presentation Board (B&W) as proof for feedback from teacher

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Finalise renderings, board layout and text

  

2

Design Development

Trial print Presentation Board in colour after correction to scale on recommended board size as a proof for feedback from teacher

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Finalise renderings, board layout and text

  

11

11/09/17

14/09/17

1

Design Development

Presentation Boards presented to class with Materials & Finishes presentation

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Prepare for AT3 presentation

AT 3 _Final Concept Presentation Due 11.09.17

2

Documentation Drawings

AT4 - BRIEF  

Discuss  documentation drawings

Working Drawings, schedules, costing

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Confirm all Working Drawings & Schedules required in the brief

AT4 - documentation  brief due

14.09.17

Mid Semester Break 18th September –29th September 2017

12

02/10/17

05/10/17

1 & 2

Documentation Drawings

Working Drawings, schedules, costings

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Commence documentation, Schedules & costings

  

13

09/10/17

12/10/17

1 & 2

Documentation Drawings

Working Drawings, schedules, costings

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Continue documentation, schedules & costings

  
             

14

16/10/17

19/10/17

1 & 2

Documentation Drawings

Working Drawings, schedules, costings

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Continue documentation, schedules & costings

  

15

23/10/17

26/10/17

1 & 2

Documentation Drawings

Trial print all working drawings, schedules and costings for review by teacher

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Continue documentation, schedules & costings

  

16

30/10/17

02/11/17

1

Documentation Drawings

Trial print all working drawings, schedules and costings for review by teacher

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

Prepare presentation for final feedback form teacher

 

2

Documentation Drawings & Project File submission

Submit all work as per Project Brief

5.1– 6.7

3.1 – 3.4

  

AT4 Documentation Package & Project File Due

02.11.17


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access of the library resources.

Students will require access to a computer and the internet to complete this course successfully. Computers can be accessed at any of the RMIT libraries on campus.

The University Library has extensive resources for Interior Design students. 6/16/2017 ARCH1390 | ServiceNow https://rmit.service-now.com/navpage.do 6/7

The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies http://rmit.libguides.com/interiordecoration

The Library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian

http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/librarians/dsc


Overview of Assessment

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the design process field of work and include access to:
 appropriate equipment and media to communicate and present ideas and concepts
 sources of information relevant to industry context
 interaction with others to reflect the collaborative nature of the work, and communication and negotiation skills required.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.


Assessment Tasks

Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both To obtain a pass or higher grade in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.

AT1_Contemporary Retail - Due Date: Week 4

AT2_Concept Development  - Due Date: Week 10

AT3_Retail Documentation - Due Date: Week 16 

 


Assessment Matrix

An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant

Unit of Competency is available from the course contact person (stated above).

An outline of the matrix will be available in blackboard in this course in the assessment task itself

Other Information

Attendance The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required

learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to be successful in this course.

Feedback - You will receive verbal and written feedback by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

Student feedback at RMIT : http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=9pp3ic9obks7 (http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=9pp3ic9obks7)

Student Progress 6/16/2017 ARCH1390 | ServiceNow https://rmit.service-now.com/navpage.do 7/7 Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.

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Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)

All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level.

If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/forms/assessment (http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/forms/assessment)

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Cover Sheet for Submissions

You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/forms/assessment (http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/forms/assessment)

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