BS25406 Studio IV - Design Studio I – Semester IV – BDes – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: BS25406 – Studio IV - Design Studio I

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B. Des. (BDes)

Credits / L-T-P: 6 Credits | L-T-P: 0-0-12

Course Objectives

• To enable an understanding of the fundamental possibilities of architectural form and space in relation to human experience and use within the context of the immediate living environment.
• To get the above understanding through personal, first-hand exploration as well as through theoretical and literature studies.
• To use this understanding to create meaningful built environment in the context of small-scale projects that involve simple function and experience.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Studio Brief

The design of the built environment requires the development of critical and analytical thinking with respect to both objective and subjective aspects of space and form. The study and design of small-scale projects that offer immediate spatial experiences are essential for understanding the principles of interior and architectural design. The studio process shall involve the study of human behaviour, activities, and spatial requirements, along with considerations of lighting, ventilation, materials, and construction systems through theoretical inquiry, first-principle approaches, and live case studies. Through this process, students will engage with both the qualitative and quantitative dimensions of design and develop the ability to create responsive, meaningful, and functional interior environments. The studio shall focus on small to medium-scale hospitality projects such as cafés, restaurants, hotel lobbies, and hotel room interiors with attached toilet facilities. The projects shall include the design and detailing of interior finishes, furnishings, furniture, and the integration of building services within the overall spatial framework. Students shall complete any two projects from the specified typologies as part of the studio exercise.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Awareness of the relationship between architectural space and human experience in built environments.
• CO2: An overall understanding of design principles through theoretical study and practical exploration.
• CO3: Familiarity with developing small-scale projects incorporating function, materials, and environmental response.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Internal Assessment: 50%, End Semester Examinations: 50%
• Internal methodology: Three Assessments with equal weightage (approx.33.33% each). Each assessment shall incorporate continuous marking of the work and performance during the particular assessment period

Source: Official Anna University – B. Des. R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026

BS25405 Design Detailing I – Semester IV – BDes – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: BS25405 – Design Detailing I

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B. Des. (BDes)

Credits / L-T-P: 3 Credits | L-T-P: 1-0-4

Course Objectives

• To introduce various aspects involved in the construction of buildings through the understanding of different types of architectural and technical drawings.
• To enable the understanding of architectural design as integrating spatial and technical concerns.
• To enable development of an architectural design project into schematic drawings through integrating concerns of structure, construction and services.
• To give knowledge to create architectural drawings for construction and as a base for structures and services drawings.
• To give knowledge to design, incorporate and detail architectural and interior components of the architectural design project.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I – Understanding Architectural /Building Drawings

Understanding comprehensive set of drawings for any live building project, interpreting them and presenting their characteristics through seminars/ assignments. The drawings to be studied should include working drawings from macro to micro scale-interior plans, staircase details, kitchen and toilet detail of joinery, etc., structural drawings and service drawings to include electrical, plumbing, mechanical and HVAC details.

Unit II – Schematic Design Integrating Structures &Services

Evolving a schematic design, balancing different technical considerations including appropriate structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems. Working out schematics for small to medium projects. Typology -residences (studio 3 project).

Unit III – Interior Working Drawings

Preparation of working drawings for the resolved schematic design. Drawings to include, detailed drawings of specific areas like bedrooms, staircases and wall sections, dimensions explaining the various components, joinery schedule. Design and preparation of layouts of service intensive rooms like kitchens and toilets.

Unit IV – Detailed Drawings of Interior Components

Design and preparation of detailed drawings of joinery including doors, windows and ventilators. Design and detailing: floor, wall and ceiling finishes/ construction details. Design and preparation of detailed drawings of built in furniture and components: counters, cabinets, wardrobes, storage, fittings and fixtures, display units, workstation etc.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Familiarity with architectural and technical drawings used in building construction.
• CO2: An overall understanding of integrating spatial, structural, and service aspects in design development.
• CO3: Awareness of detailing interior components and preparing comprehensive working drawings.
• CO4: Understanding of design detailing of interior components including materials and construction methods.
• CO5: Ability to prepare schematic and working drawings integrating structure, services, and design intent.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Internal Assessment: 50%, End Semester Examinations: 50%
• Internal methodology: Two Assessments with equal weightage. One Assessment as Internal written Test /Examination (50%), second as Assignment (50%) of any mode such as study, seminar, and or a combination of modes, etc.

Source: Official Anna University – B. Des. R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026

BS25404 Materials and Manufacturing II – Semester IV – BDes – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: BS25404 – Materials and Manufacturing II

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B. Des. (BDes)

Credits / L-T-P: 3 Credits | L-T-P: 3-0-0

Course Objectives

• To introduce the properties, manufacturing processes, and applications of key building materials such as steel, aluminium, plastics, and glass in interior design.
• To develop an understanding of material selection, types, and performance characteristics, including strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and fire protection.
• To familiarise students with construction techniques, joining methods, and finishing processes such as welding, riveting, coating, anodizing, adhesives, and sealants.
• To enable students to analyse the application of materials in building components such as doors, windows, partitions, ceilings, cladding, and interior finishes.
• To develop knowledge of modern materials, innovations, and sustainable practices, including advanced glass systems, metal profiles, polymers, and eco- friendly finishes.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I – Steel and its applications

Outline of metal as a key material, examining their history, properties, sourcing, and manufacturing processes. Types of metal – Ferrous and non- ferrous, joints- welding, riveting, bolting, finishes, usage in building components-door windows false ceiling partitions, paneling, flooring. Outline of manufacture of steel and steel alloys. Their properties, types, uses, protection and finishes. Corrosion of ferrous metals and its prevention. Fire protection of steel. Steel sections and products for structural and non-structural use including current innovations. Metal profiles -processes, typical products, joining profiles. (Welding, Adhesives, fasteners, etc.,) Finishes- (Plating, Printing, polishing, coating, etc.,). Preparation of plates to understand their usage in building components and finishes.

Unit II – Aluminium

Properties, Alloys, Fabrication, and Applications: Aluminum as a key construction material, covering its history, properties, sourcing, and manufacturing. Aluminum types and alloys, joining methods (welding, riveting, adhesives), and surface finishes (anodizing, coating, polishing). Applications in building components such as doors, windows, ceilings, partitions, and cladding. aluminum profiles used in architectural and structural elements, emphasizing fabrication techniques and current innovations for efficient and sustainable building design.

Unit III – Plastic as a building and furniture material

Plastic as a building and furniture material – brief history, manufacture, properties, types, uses, and applications in interiors and furniture design. Study of plastic furniture, molded furniture systems, and contemporary applications in residential and commercial spaces. Different types of adhesives and sealants. Plastic joints. Plastic based materials for roofs such as fibre glass, etc., Specific materials such as polymers, polycarbonate sheet and Teflon. Understanding of product literature and site visits with documentation in the form of sketches/ photos for all the above.

Unit IV – Glass in Building Design

Glass as a building material. Brief history, manufacture, properties and uses of glass. Types of glass - float glass, cast glass, glass blocks, foamed glass, solar control, toughened glass, wired glass, laminated glass, fire-resistant glass, glass blocks, etc. Current innovations in the application of Glass in interiors.

Unit V – Interior Finishes and its application

Introduction to interior finishes. Different types of paints, their composition, characteristics and uses. Types to include enamels, distemper, plastic emulsion, polyurethane, special paints such as fire retardant, luminous and bituminous paints. Preparation of surface and application for different paints/ textured finishes. Gypsum and POP finishes. Adhesives and sealants. Understanding of product literature. Understanding construction techniques through site visits/ case studies.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Familiarity with perspective techniques and spatial visualization of interior forms.
• CO2: An overall understanding of construction materials and their applications in interior assemblies.
• CO3: Ability to design interior elements incorporating appropriate materials, finishes, and detailing.
• CO4: Understanding of construction techniques such as welding, joining, coating, and finishing processes.
• CO5: Awareness of modern and sustainable materials and their application in contemporary interior design.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Internal Assessment: 40%, End Semester Examinations: 60%
• Internal methodology: Two Assessments with equal weightage. One Assessment as Internal written Test /Examination (50%), second as Assignment (50%) of any mode such as study, seminar, and or a combination of modes, etc

Source: Official Anna University – B. Des. R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026

BS25403 Interior Services I – Semester IV – BDes – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: BS25403 – Interior Services I

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B. Des. (BDes)

Credits / L-T-P: 3 Credits | L-T-P: 3-0-0

Course Objectives

• To introduce the fundamentals of electrical, lighting, water supply, and sanitation systems used in interior environments.
• To develop an understanding of lighting principles and lighting design techniques for enhancing functionality, comfort, and visual quality in interior spaces.
• To familiarise students with plumbing, water distribution, drainage, and sanitation systems in accordance with relevant building standards and regulations such as NBC and ECBC.
• To enable students to prepare and interpret service layouts, lighting plans, and plumbing drawings for residential and commercial interior projects.
• To develop the ability to integrate interior services effectively within the overall design framework, ensuring safety, efficiency, sustainability, and user comfort.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I – Electrical systems for interiors

Introduction to electrical systems in buildings – Fundamentals of power supply and distribution – Electrical wiring systems, circuits, earthing, and safety measures – Transformers, generators, UPS, and emergency power systems – Electrical layouts for residential and commercial interiors – Switches, sockets, conduits, and cable management – Integration of electrical systems within interior spaces – Energy-efficient electrical systems – Relevant provisions of National Building Code (NBC) related to electrical safety and installations.

Unit II – Fundamentals of lighting

Principles of illumination – Visual comfort and glare control – Natural and artificial lighting – Types of lighting: ambient, task, accent, decorative, and architectural lighting – Types of lamps, luminaires, and lighting fixtures – Daylighting strategies and energy-efficient lighting systems – Relevant provisions of NBC and Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) related to interior illumination and energy efficiency.

Unit III – Lighting design for interiors

Lighting design process and techniques – Lighting calculations and layout preparation – Lighting design for residential, commercial, hospitality, retail, and workspace interiors – Mood creation and spatial enhancement through lighting – Integration of lighting with interior materials, finishes, and furniture – Smart lighting controls and automation systems – Sustainable and energy-conscious lighting design – Preparation of lighting plans and reflected ceiling plans (RCP).

Unit IV – Water supply systems

Introduction to water supply systems in buildings – Sources and storage of water – Hot and cold water supply systems – Plumbing fixtures, fittings, valves, pumps, and piping materials – Water distribution methods for residential and commercial interiors – Kitchen and toilet plumbing layouts – Rainwater harvesting and water conservation techniques – Sustainable water management practices – Preparation of plumbing and water supply drawings – Relevant standards and regulations from NBC related to water supply systems - Model making and design-based learning through case studies, site visits, documentation, and presentations. Sanitation systems Principles of sanitation and drainage – Study of Soil, waste, vent pipe system, single stack, and double stack systems used in low-rise and high-rise buildings– Drainage layouts and sewage disposal systems – Inspection chambers and traps – Solid waste management systems – Plumbing integration in service-intensive spaces such as kitchens and toilets – Maintenance and hygiene considerations – Sustainable sanitation systems and wastewater management – Preparation of sanitation and drainage drawings – NBC guidelines related to sanitation, drainage, and public health requirements - Model making and design-based learning through case studies, site visits, documentation, and presentations.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Understand the fundamentals of electrical systems, lighting, water supply, and sanitation systems used in interior environments.
• CO2: Analyse lighting principles and apply lighting design techniques to create functional and aesthetically responsive interior spaces.
• CO3: Apply principles of water supply, plumbing, drainage, and sanitation systems in residential and commercial interior projects.
• CO4: Prepare electrical layouts, lighting plans, plumbing drawings, and sanitation layouts in accordance with relevant standards and regulations such as NBC and ECBC.
• CO5: Develop integrated interior service solutions that ensure safety, efficiency, sustainability, and user comfort within interior spaces.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Internal Assessment: 40%, End Semester Examinations: 60%
• Internal methodology: Two Assessments with equal weightage. One Assessment as Internal written Test /Examination (50%), second as Assignment (50%) of any mode such as study, seminar, and or a combination of modes, etc

Source: Official Anna University – B. Des. R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026

BS25402 Interior Landscape Design – Semester IV – BDes – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: BS25402 – Interior Landscape Design

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B. Des. (BDes)

Credits / L-T-P: 3 Credits | L-T-P: 3-0-0

Course Objectives

• To understand the role and importance of plants in enhancing interior environments and user well-being.
• To introduce interior landscape styles and landscape design approaches used in various interior spaces.
• To familiarise students with the elements and principles of design applied in interior landscaping and spatial planning.
• To provide knowledge of softscape, hardscape, lighting, irrigation, and maintenance systems used in interior landscapes.
• To develop the ability to design sustainable, functional, and aesthetically responsive interior landscape solutions through case studies and design-based learning approaches.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I – Role of plants in interior landscape

Introduction to interior landscape design – History and evolution of interior landscaping – Importance of plants in interior environments – Psychological, physiological, and environmental benefits of plants – Role of plants in enhancing indoor air quality and user well-being – Concept of biophilic design and human-nature relationship – Plant selection based on light, humidity, maintenance, and spatial requirements.

Unit II – Interior landscape styles and design approaches

Interior landscape styles and themes – Contemporary, tropical, zen, minimalist, ecological, and sustainable landscape approaches – Concept of xeriscape and low-maintenance landscapes – Residential, commercial, hospitality, and wellness-oriented interior landscapes – Vertical gardens, green walls, atriums, indoor courtyards, terrariums, rooftop conservatories, and hanging gardens – Modern trends and innovations in interior landscape design – Case studies of contemporary interior landscape projects.

Unit III – Elements and principles of design in interior landscapes

Elements of design: line, form, texture, colour, scale, and proportion in landscape composition – Principles of design: balance, rhythm, harmony, emphasis, unity, and contrast – Spatial planning with greenery – Color, texture, and scale in plant selection – Integration of planters, green partitions, and hanging gardens within interior spaces – Design applications for residential, commercial, hospitality, and wellness interiors – Case studies of award- winning interior landscape projects.

Unit IV – Softscape, Hardscape, Lighting and services

Introduction to softscape and hardscape elements – Softscape materials: plants, lawns, shrubs, creepers, and planting media – Hardscape materials: stone, wood, pebbles, paving, water features, planters, and screens – Irrigation systems: manual watering, drip irrigation, and self-watering systems – Lighting systems for interior landscapes including natural lighting and LED grow lights – Drainage systems, humidity considerations, and maintenance strategies – Integration of landscape services within interior spaces. Sustainable landscape design and case studies Principles of sustainable landscape design – Water conservation and rainwater harvesting – Use of native and adaptive plant species – Study and analysis of residential, commercial, and hospitality interior landscape projects – Documentation and case studies of modern sustainable interior landscape designs.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Understand the role of plants and biophilic principles in enhancing the environmental, psychological, and functional quality of interior spaces.
• CO2: Identify different interior landscape styles and sustainable landscape approaches.
• CO3: Apply elements and principles of design in interior landscape planning.
• CO4: Understand the use of softscape, hardscape, lighting, irrigation, and maintenance systems in interior landscapes.
• CO5: Develop simple and sustainable interior landscape design solutions for different interior spaces.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Internal Assessment: 40%, End Semester Examinations: 60%
• Internal methodology: Two Assessments with equal weightage. One Assessment as Internal written Test /Examination (50%), second as Assignment (50%) of any mode such as study, seminar, and or a combination of modes, etc

Source: Official Anna University – B. Des. R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026

BS25401 Professional Ethics and Law – Semester IV – BDes – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: BS25401 – Professional Ethics and Law

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B. Des. (BDes)

Credits / L-T-P: 3 Credits | L-T-P: 3-0-0

Course Objectives

• To introduce the foundations of design ethics and professional practice, including office management, professional conduct, and fee structures in interior design.
• To familiarise students with legal frameworks governing design practice in India, including intellectual property rights, contracts, and professional obligations.
• To develop competency in managing designer–client relationships, contracts, and tender processes, ensuring ethical decision-making and professional accountability.
• To enhance the ability to integrate ethical, legal, and professional practices into real-world design scenarios through case-based understanding.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I – Foundations of Professional Ethics and Practice

Introduction to ethics, values, and responsibilities in professional practice. Understanding professional conduct, workplace behavior, accountability, and decision-making in creative and technical fields. Concepts of office organization, teamwork, communication, documentation, and management practices. Overview of professional fees, contracts, labor welfare provisions, and workplace responsibilities. Introduction to legal awareness, professional obligations, and ethical issues through case-based discussions and practical examples.

Unit II – Designer Client Relationship, Contract and Tender

Designer-client relationships, handling conflicts, and understanding professional accountability in the Indian market. How to ensure ethical decision-making in design practice, avoiding exploitation, and respecting traditional and indigenous knowledge. Drafting basic contracts and understanding design-related legal documentation in the Indian context.

Unit III – Legal Frameworks for Designers in India

Introduction to Indian Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) – Overview of copyright laws, trademarks, patents, and design rights under the Indian Copyright Act, 1957, Indian Patents Act, 1970, and Design Act, 2000 – Protection of creative works and industrial designs and their implications for designers – Role and functions of professional bodies and agencies such as the Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID) and Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) – Understanding contracts and agreements in professional design practice with clients, consultants, collaborators, and manufacturers.

Unit IV – Ethical and Legal Challenges in Digital and Emerging Design in India

Ethics in Digital Design in India: Understanding user privacy, data protection, and the ethics of digital platforms in India, with references to The Information Technology Act, 2000 and Data Protection Law. Emerging Technologies and Ethics in Indian Design: Ethical considerations in the use of emerging technologies like AI, AR/VR, and block chain in Indian contexts.

Unit V – Social Responsibility, Sustainability, and Inclusivity in Indian Design

Exploring the role of design in addressing Indian societal issues, such as poverty, accessibility, and marginalization. Examining India’s environmental challenges and how design can contribute to sustainability (e.g., use of local materials, waste management). Addressing design for differently-abled users, elderly, and other marginalized communities in India. Socially responsible design projects, including design for rural India, urban planning for the under privileged, and eco-friendly initiatives.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Knowledge of professional practice, tender processes, contracts, and legal frameworks in interior design.
• CO2: Ability to consider ethical, social, and sustainability aspects in design practice within the Indian context
• CO3: Familiarity with materials, estimation techniques, and office management in interior projects.
• CO4: Understand the role of socially responsible, sustainable, and inclusive design practices in addressing societal, environmental, and accessibility challenges within the Indian context.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Internal Assessment: 40%, End Semester Examinations: 60%
• Internal methodology: Two Assessments with equal weightage. One Assessment as Internal written Test /Examination (50%), second as Assignment (50%) of any mode such as study, seminar, and or a combination of modes, etc

Source: Official Anna University – B. Des. R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026

AR25406 Rural Habitat Design Studio – Semester IV – Arch – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: AR25406 – Rural Habitat Design Studio

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B. Arch. (Arch)

Credits / L-T-P: 9 Credits | L-T-P: 0-0-9

Course Objectives

• To create understanding of human built environment as a holistic, living entity from macro to micro scales, and shaped by geographic and socio-cultural forces as well as by historic, political and economic factors, through study of and design within the context of rural settlements.
• To enable a comprehensive study of rural settlement and architecture in order to understand them as exemplar of collective design that evolved through various parameters.
• To observe changes in the above, analyse their nature and causes for them.
• If required, to explore possible policy and physical interventions towards positive changes within the context studied.
• To enable design process that engages context and community.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Studio Brief

Rural settlements offer an opportunity to understand basic aspects of human built environment and what goes into its making to influence it. The interrelationship between built form and society will be studied, understood and established, starting from either end as required. Study of specific modes of rural/vernacular/traditional settlement pattern, architecture including their morphology, local materials and construction techniques, details, meaning, etc., will be done to give an insight into the particulars and universals of architecture including design principles of scale, proportion, figure ground etc.. Appropriate tools and processes can be used to aid the understanding. These include different methods of historical and socio-cultural study that includes myths and beliefs, oral history, discussions, information collection, surveys, maps. Also detailed perceptual studies of the rural built environment based on sensorial data of sight, haptic, movement, sound, smell and imagery shall help in the analysis. The documentation shall be through sketches,models, drawings, demographic study, assimilation and analysis. Transformations across time need to be traced to understand constants and dynamics in human society. They will also be critically evaluated through discussions with experts. Rising from this, future changes can be projected/ envisaged and if found required, policy and physical interventions can be suggested/ explored. The physical interventions found necessary will be taken up as design situations. This could range from individual to community level and involve any aspect of the physical environment (including building projects) as the situation/viewpoint warrants. If the context does not warrant a building need, a small community oriented building design will be given as a separate project in addition to the rural project. For building projects, the scale and complexity of planning and construction usually involved will be simple - small or medium span, ground plus two storeyed maximum, simple horizontal and vertical movement, simple/ local materials and construction, passive energy.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Ability to collect, assimilate and integrate knowledge in a holistic manner.
• CO2: Sensitivity towards the nature and values of unselfconscious and collective design as well as the interconnectedness of human society and environment.
• CO3: Ability to observe and analyse changes in the above.
• CO4: Ability to project future transformations and give possible/ appropriate ways to address issues, if any.
• CO5: Sensitivity in design approach in community oriented projects with respect to context, collective values and needs.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Assessment 60% | End Semester Examinations 40%
• Internal methodology: Three Assessments with equal weightage. Each assessment shall incorporate continuous marking of the work and performance during the particular assessment period. Each assessment weightage - 33.33%.

Source: Official Anna University – B. Arch. R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026