Thursday, August 25, 2011

Syllabi for the Interior Design Licensure Examination



PREAMBLE 
1. The following syllabi are intended to provide guidance to candidates taking the Interior 
Design Licensure Examination. They consist of six major areas which will test the competencies 
of candidates in preparation for the practice of the profession in interior design. 
2. The subject areas with their corresponding weights include the following: 
(a) Interior design 45% 
(b) Furniture design and construction 15% 
(c) Materials of decoration 10% 
(d) History of arts and period styles 10% 
(e) Building construction 10% 
(f) Professional practice and ethics 10% 
3. These syllabi shall be distributed to all schools of interior design in the country. 

Area A 
INTERIOR DESIGN 
A. Rationale and Description 
1. Application of design theories and principles in interior planning, involving the 
relationships of the different elements of design, in accordance with design trends as well as the 
personal requirements of the clients in creating an effective environment towards the 
improvement of the quality of life. 
(a) design concept and analysis 
(b) theory of design 
(c) space planning 
(d) furniture design 
(e) draperies, wall covering and carpets 
(f) accessories 
(g) ceiling and lighting design 
(h) color scheme 
2. Application of tools and techniques in the graphic presentation of solutions to various 
types of interior design problems. 
B. Scope 
1. Interior design problems in the following types of buildings and structures; 
(a) Residential houses and condominiums 
(b) Offices and commercial establishments/specialty shops 
(c) Hotels and club houses 
(d) Industrial establishments 
(e) Institutional buildings 
(f) Other buildings and structures with special interior design requirements 
2. Emphasis on surface finishes, materials, color scheme, ceiling, and lighting design. 

Area B 
FURNITURE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 
A. Rationale and Description 
Application of theory and principles in design and construction of furniture, including the 
use of basic furniture materials and finishes. 
B. Scope 
Furniture basic materials; their characteristics; types and methods of finishes; production 
of shop drawings (including full sizing and detailing of joineries and spot designed details), 
including preparation of specifications and cost estimates; standard measurements in relation to 
human scale. 
  
1. Basic Materials 
Characteristics, importance, and origin or raw materials, including the following; 
(a) Wood (different kinds of soft and hardwood) 
(b) Steel and metal (pipes and bars) 
(c) Simulated materials 
(d) Laminates (treatments, patterns, installation) 
(e) Indigenous material (origin, characteristics) 
(f) Upholstery materials (textile, foam, synthetics) 
2. Finishes 
Lacquer, paints, masonry, chemical coats, synthetics, plastering, special treatments, and 
latest trends in finishing materials and procedures. 
3. Standard Measurements and Anthropometrics 
Sizes of furniture and fixtures in proportion to human scale; space and distances 
4. Furniture Parts and Terminology 
Styles, use and purpose, characteristics 
5. Standard Requirements 
6. Designing and Construction Details Various types of materials (wood, metal, glass, upholstery, simulated with other materials 
or with laminates and veneers for standard furniture and special designated pieces 

Area C 
MATERIALS OF DECORATION 
A. Rationale and Description 
Analysis of hard and soft materials as an important aspect of interior design; application 
of methods and techniques in installation, fabrication, and production of a total design piece; 
preparation of specifications and cost estimates. 
B. Scope 
1. Wood 
Woodcraft, construction and structure, uses and function 
2. Textile 
Finish, characteristics, construction and weave, origin and period 
3. Wall covering 
Wallpaper, paints, coverage 
4. Floor covering 
Carpets, rugs, resilient floor covering, tiles or floor covering, coverage 
5. Ceramics 
Types of origin, characteristics, design 
6. Glasswares 
Types, origin, design or treatment 
7. Lighting 
Importance or function, types of or sources, effects, technological developments, 
measurements 
8. Window and Door Treatments 
Curtains, shades, blinds and its accessories 
9. Accessories 
Hardware, fixtures, artificial and natural plants 
10. Artworks Paintings, sculpture, and the allied art 

Area D 
HISTORY OF ARTS AND PERIOD STYLES 
A. Rationale and Description 
Identification, differentiation, comparison, classification of various period styles in relation 
to historical origin and classical characteristics and their influences in interior design. 
B. Scope 
1. Period and Art History 
2. Classical Terminology 
3. Classical Details and Ornamentation 
4. Great Works of Great Artists 
5. Architectural Land Marks 
6. Interior and Furniture 
7. Philippine Arts and Styles 
Historical origin and influences, design terminologies, furniture, arts, artifacts, and 
architectural style. 

Area E 
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 
A. Rationale and Description 
Application of basic construction methods and techniques, 
B. Scope 
Construction detail problems in interiors of building and structures: 
1. Bathrooms and kitchen 
2. Lobbies 
3. Living/dining areas 
4. Cabinets and closets 
5. Details (stairs, ceilings, doors and windows, etc.) 
6. Others areas requiring interior construction 

Area F 
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND ETHICS 
A. Rationale and Description Analysis and application of the various statutes, codes, and regulations governing the 
practice of interior design in the Philippines; understanding of the responsibilities of the profession 
and related aspects of business and management. 
B. Scope 
1. Certification of interior designers and standards of professional practice Statutes 
regulating the practice of interior design in the Philippines; professional organization of interior 
designers; code of ethics, spectrum of responsibilities, services, and charges 
2. Aspects of the practice of interior design Operating divisions of interior design practice, 
including development, production, administration and management, legal and business-related 
aspects

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