Figurative Design Systems

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

This seminar class consists of lectures, readings, and assigned design vignettes to delve into the complexities of ornamental theory - its meanings, patterns, and applications from individual motifs to whole buildings and grounds. Vignette projects assigned in class will give students the chance to apply various figurative design techniques. Class includes a trip to Cranbrook Academy and/or guest lectures by practitioners.