The courses and contents of the current undergraduate curriculum are provided below. To access detailed course descriptions, please click on the corresponding course.
Course Code – Course Title – (Weekly Theoretical Hours – Weekly Practical Hours – Çankaya Credits)
Departmental Electives: Elective courses designated with the INAR code.
Faculty Electives: Elective courses designated with the ARCH or CRP code.
Free Electives: Elective courses offered within the Faculty of Architecture other than those with INAR, ARCH, or CRP codes.
INAR: Course Code of the Department of Interior Architecture
ARCH: Course Code of the Department of Architecture
CRP: Course Code of the Department of City and Regional Planning
The lists of departmental, faculty, and free elective courses are announced on the department website under the “Announcements” section during the course registration period.
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ENG 121 Academic English I is an integrated and theme-based compulsory course focusing on improving reading and writing skills as well as vocabulary knowledge required for academic studies in English. In addition, the course aims at employing critical thinking skills through challenging and integrated tasks and activities that guide students in comprehending, evaluating, synthesizing and applying information, ideas, and judgments. The content of the course covers various academic topics presented through motivating and challenging learning materials, and makes students acquainted with and competent in the most frequently used academic language skills relevant to the academic environment.
INAR 101 Basic Design adapts the key ideas and principles of Bauhaus approach and Gestalt Principles of Perception. It comprises specific exercises, including brainstorming steps, to develop mental and manual skills to cope with design problems and to establish visual values for structuring and articulating two and three-dimensional spatial compositions in different media.
This course allows students to develop essential two-dimensional technical drawing skills in a digital environment. Topics include the use of drawing tools, accurate representation of objects, drawing organization, and dimensioning. Through digital drawing applications, students will be taught how to express objects and design elements in a clear, systematic, and technically consistent manner. The course aims to enhance students’ abilities to visually communicate design and technical ideas with the required precision and accuracy.
This course serves as the foundational module for students entering the field of Interior Architecture. Its primary objective is to introduce students to the essential concepts and principles of the discipline, laying a solid groundwork for their continued studies in subsequent years. The key objectives of the course encompass: 1. Teaching students the elements and principles of design, including the Gestalt law of perception, 2. Explaining the design process and familiarising students with the specialised terminology used in the Interior Architecture profession, 3. Providing a concise yet comprehensive overview of the historical development of Interior Architecture, 4. Familiarise students with critical aspects such as interior architecture elements, human interface considerations, and various interior spaces.
This course includes exercises designed to develop perception, communication, and visual thinking skills in interior architecture through the use of drawing media. INAR 185 focuses on key themes, including the formal rules of abstraction, the visualization of three-dimensional forms, scaled drawing, drawing proficiency, the manipulation of drafting techniques, and fundamental graphic expression skills. This course introduces students to the tools, materials, and techniques of drawing. Students will produce scaled plans and sections using technical drawing equipment.
This course aims to introduce first-year interior architecture students to the fundamental principles of scientific research methods and to demonstrate how these processes can be supported through generative artificial intelligence tools. Students will learn how to formulate research questions, collect data, conduct literature reviews, and interpret results, while also gaining an understanding of the ethical use of generative AI technologies in academic contexts.
The course will cover the following: teaching students the structure and usage features of the mother tongue; having students acquire the ability to use Turkish appropriately as a written or oral communication tool; developing students’ creative thinking, criticizing, researching, questioning and constructive structure of the outstanding works of art in Turkish Literature; providing the language as complete and cooperated in education and making students aware of their mother tongue during the university period.
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ENG 122 Academic English II is a compulsory listening and speaking course for freshmen students designed with the aim of equipping students with the essential language skills they need for their academic studies to be able to better cope with the English language. To this end, the course has an integrated and theme-based approach to foster the speaking and listening skills of learners. The content of the course covers various academic topics presented through motivating and challenging learning materials, and makes students acquainted with and competent in the most frequently used academic language skills relevant to the academic and professional environment.
INAR 102 course has been programmed as an introduction to interior architecture design by including human dimensions and informal distances, openings, natural lighting, and functional organizations. Education in this semester depends on functional and concrete organizations as well as abstract thinking. This course involves exercises to develop mental and manual skills to cope with interior architecture design problems. INAR 102 consists of both abstract and concrete processes in the progress of basic design education.
This course intends to give the necessary information about human factors/ergonomics that has an important role in people’s lives and the design world. It studies the relationship between people and their working environments so that all interior spaces and fixtures are designed according to people’s physical and psychological needs. Interior Architecture deals with the arrangement of environments for human beings, including furniture design, lighting, acoustics, thermal comfort, and plumbing. Thus, students are given basic information about design dimensions and where and how they can obtain accurate information when designing these environments to keep up with the changing technology and standards.
The course objective of this history course is a concise survey of the history of art, architecture, and interior design through the ages, emphasizing the interrelation between various fields of art. The focus of the course is mainly on architecture and interiors and art, artifacts, and other art objects. The discussion of the topic takes place on the social, economic, and environmental levels, and even within the context of the socio-cultural environment of the region. Emphasis is given to the built environment, interiors, finishes, furniture, textiles, artifacts, paintings, sculptures, ornamentation, and furniture of different periods, which will enable students to understand past and future built environments and furnish them with the culture of history. This course concentrates on art and architecture of the periods starting from prehistoric times, such as Anatolia, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Early Islam, Early Christian, Romanesque, Gothic, and Seljuk and Ottoman periods. The Renaissance, the Enlightenment period, Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassicism follow the previous periods. The course will be carried out through PowerPoint presentations and, if possible, a few YouTube videos. Class discussion and participation are expected. The learning outcomes of the course are to provide students with the capability of: 1) Assess the general culture of the history of art and architecture 2) Criticize the built environment 3) Identify natural, social, cultural, political, and human factors affecting the built environment 4) Develop consciousness of aesthetics
“Technical Drawing for Interior Architects” is a foundational course aimed at developing visual thinking and representation skills in interior design. In this course, students enhance their spatial perception and communication abilities through drawing practices using both traditional techniques and contemporary tools. The course focuses on fundamental architectural drawings such as plans, elevations, and sections, reinforcing the visual language of technical drawing. It aims to equip students with the essential skills for effective communication in interior architecture practice.
This course introduces interior architecture students to the fundamental principles of structural systems along with the physical and functional dimensions of spatial organization. It explores how structural elements define interior space and influence design decisions such as circulation, openness, and orientation, with a focus on the relationship between form and function. The course integrates technical understanding with design thinking to foster structural and spatial awareness.
The course will cover the following: teaching students the structure and usage features of the mother tongue; having students acquire the ability to use Turkish appropriately as a written or oral communication tool; developing students’ creative thinking, criticizing, researching, questioning and constructive structure of the outstanding works of art in Turkish Literature; providing the language as complete and cooperated in education and making students aware of their mother tongue during the university period.
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HIST-201 is a course aimed at teaching students about and strengthening their knowledge on the Turkish War of Liberation, Atatürk’s reforms and principles, and Atatürk’s thoughts. Additionally, this course also aims at making students have greater interest in historical texts, an ability to analyse historic events from a multidimensional perspective, and have a grasp of Turkish modernisation in terms of political, economic, social, and cultural areas.
This course involves introduction to interior space studies, which are based on the design knowledge of the basic design education. The course comprises relatively non-comprehensive projects such as a dentist’s office or a small shop, basic information and practice on architectural survey, user requirements and functional analysis. Additionally, particular stress is on interior design elements such as texture, color, interior materials, textiles, furniture, and so on, research on technical knowledge and literature of space.
This course provides fundamental knowledge and skills in 3D digital modeling, focusing on form generation, editing, and organization techniques relevant to architecture and interior architecture. Students will explore geometry-based modeling workflows using industry-standard software.
This course aims to introduce the physical, chemical, aesthetic, and technical characteristics of natural and synthetic materials used in interior architecture. It includes an in-depth exploration of thermal transmittance (U-value), sound insulation rating (Rw), fire resistance classification, abrasion resistance (e.g., Taber test), density, and moisture permeability. The course also emphasizes material selection criteria such as sustainability, manufacturability, and contextual applicability. It combines theoretical knowledge with technical data interpretation, site observation, and digital documentation practices.
This course introduces interior architecture students to the fundamental concepts of building systems. It covers a range of structural construction methods including reinforced concrete, steel, timber, and load-bearing masonry systems. Students learn how these systems function and how they affect spatial organization, material selection, and interior design aesthetics. The course includes the development of technical drawings and presentations, enabling students to integrate structural logic into their design thinking. Understanding the building components is regarded as a foundation for generating functional and innovative interior spaces.
The course includes a concise survey of the history of Modern art, architecture, and interior architecture, covering the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. The emphasis is on the interrelation of various fields of art with architecture, decorative and fine arts. The main perspectives of this course are the social context, the transformation of mindset, and changing trends regarding art and architecture. Discussions of the built environment, interiors, finishes, furniture, textiles, artifacts, paintings, sculptors, ornamentation, and the furniture design of Modern periods will enable students to understand past and future built environments and furnish them with the culture of history.
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The course aims at explaining Lausanne Treaty, and the political, social, cultural and economic developments in the newly independent Republic of Turkey. In addition to these, the principles of Atatürk and his reforms and their impact on the Turkish transformation are studied.
This is the second studio in the Interior Design Studio series. The Interior Design Studio series constitutes the core of the interior architectural curriculum. The Interior Design Studio series allows students to apply their theoretical and technical knowledge/skills to specific design problems. Each studio in the series covers various aspects of design in a different emphasis on the topic, concept, scale, and context of the design problem. This course involves introduction to interior space studies, which are based on the design knowledge of the basic design education. The course comprises relatively non-comprehensive projects such as a dentist’s office or a small shop, basic information and practice on architectural survey, user requirements and functional analysis. Additionally, particular stress is on interior design elements such as texture, color, interior materials, textiles, furniture, and so on, research on technical knowledge and literature of space.
This course focuses on the visual representation of 3D models through rendering techniques used in architecture and interior architecture. Students will learn to use visualization tools to adjust materials, lighting, environment, and camera settings to produce realistic and expressive render outputs. The course emphasizes both technical control and visual communication strategies through rendering software.
The objective of this course is to explore natural and artificial lighting, along with the principles and applications of colour, from scientific, aesthetic, psychological, and technical perspectives, focusing on enhancing user comfort and spatial quality in interior environments. First, the course addresses key aspects of lighting, including the physics of light, visual perception, architectural lighting techniques, artificial light sources and their properties, and daylighting strategies. Second, the course places a significant emphasis on understanding colour in depth, ranging from its scientific and theoretical foundations to its psychological effects and influence on human perception and behaviour. Topics such as colour vision and perception, colour dimensions, harmony and contrast principles, and colour order systems are thoroughly examined with specific attention to their role in interior architecture and design.
This course is to provide students with the necessary information about construction applications, including the modifications, such as the constructional design for the additional floors and other spatial extensions. Within this context, the construction of a mezzanine floor, stairs, elevators, openings, drywall systems, suspended ceilings, and basic floor systems compose the scope of this course.
This course explores the historical development of furniture design along with the stylistic and cultural influences of each period, while focusing on the theoretical and functional relationship between furniture and interior space. Key topics include ergonomics, anthropometry, user needs, form-texture-material harmony, and spatial placement. The course emphasizes how furniture shapes and is shaped by interior configurations, incorporating furniture typologies and contemporary approaches in interior architecture.
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This is the third studio in the Interior Design Studio series. The Interior Design Studio series constitutes the core of the interior architectural curriculum. The Interior Design Studio series allows students to apply their theoretical and technical knowledge/skills to specific design problems. Each studio in the series covers various aspects of design with a different emphasis on the topic, concept, scale, and context of the design problem. INAR 301 Interior Design Studio emphasizes recognizing various activities in complex buildings within the context of their cultural, aesthetic, and social values. This course aims to encourage students to apprehend their knowledge of interior design principles in the context of large-scale environments. Therefore, the course intends to develop a sense of awareness towards intricate relations among the spatial aspects in complex buildings.
This course explores the principles and applications of modular systems in architecture and design, focusing on how modular components can be integrated into detailed design processes. Students will learn about various modular systems, including prefabricated, standardized, and adaptable solutions, and how these systems impact material selection, construction techniques, and spatial organization. Through case studies, hands-on exercises, and design projects, students will develop skills in creating detailed architectural components, assembly techniques, and sustainable solutions using modular systems. The course emphasizes the relationship between conceptual design and construction detailing, preparing students to apply modular systems in real-world architectural projects.
This course provides extensive knowledge on passive heating and cooling strategies regarding indoor thermal comfort, together with indoor air quality, which are fundamental issues of Interior Architecture. Concepts such as; environmental and individual parameters of thermal comfort, psychrometry, passive climatization strategies, climatic design, orientation, building envelope, control of internal and external heat gains, sick building syndrome, and indoor air pollutants are examined.
Environmental Psychology studies the interrelationship between people and their environments and how this relation affects human behavior. Definitions of the term include environment, natural environment, social settings, built environments, learning environments, and informational environments. Interior Architecture – by definition – deals with the physical and psychological aspects of the space in which people live and ensures that they are safe, comfortable, and satisfied through the design, organization, and arrangement of the environment. Thus Environmental Psychology becomes a bridge for the needs and desires of the user to be understood and met by the designer.
This internship is designed to enable students to directly observe finishing construction works carried out on-site, develop a practical understanding of technical details, and build professional awareness of material and application processes. Students gain hands-on experience in areas such as flooring, wall and ceiling finishes, joinery and fixed furniture installation, as well as electrical and plumbing applications. Throughout the internship, they also acquire knowledge of construction safety, site discipline, project coordination, and detail solutions. By the end of the internship, students are expected to document their experiences through a detailed internship report.
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This is the fourth studio in the Interior Design Studio series. The Interior Design Studio series constitutes the core of the interior architectural curriculum. The Interior Design Studio series allows students to apply their theoretical and technical knowledge/skills to specific design problems. Each studio in the series covers various aspects of design in a different emphasis on the topic, concept, scale, and context of the design problem. In this course, a particular emphasis is given to recognition of various activities in complex buildings, within the context of their cultural, aesthetic and social values. INAR 302 is an experimental studio which discusses the relationship of interior architecture with the urban context and city and develops parametric design strategies. Development and application of a design language on computer environment is an essential aspect of the course and students formulate the 3d forms with digital software and are responsible for designing the interior of these 3d forms in detail. The students of this course are required to use Color and Digital Fabrication laboratories, and include the outputs of laboratory research for final jury. This course examines the product design process in detail, from concept development to production-ready solutions. Students gain hands-on experience in material selection, structural and assembly detailing, adherence to technical drawing standards, and prototyping methods, while addressing both functional and aesthetic considerations.
This course examines the product design process in detail, from concept development to production-ready solutions. Students gain hands-on experience in material selection, structural and assembly detailing, adherence to technical drawing standards, and prototyping methods, while addressing both functional and aesthetic considerations.
The course provides extensive knowledge on the issues of sustainable design principles in varying scales, from product design to urban design. The environmental, technical, social, and economic factors of sustainable design, particularly related to interior architecture are given. Technological advancements and innovative systems regarding sustainable architectural design are introduced. International and national examples of sustainable architecture are analysed.
This course concentrates on the physical principles of sound, basic concepts of acoustics and human hearing. Behavior of sound in enclosed spaces and the theories on architectural acoustics are discussed throughout the course. In addition, the basic principles of noise control techniques to create better livable environments and enhance acoustic comfort in buildings are explained through case space examples.
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Students are expected to integrate their theoretical knowledge gained in previous courses and present their projects fully at the end of the design studio. This is the fifth studio in the Interior Architecture Studio series. The Interior Architecture Studio series forms the basis of the interior architecture curriculum. The Interior Architecture Studio series enables students to apply their theoretical and technical knowledge/skills to specific design problems. Each studio in the series covers various aspects of design with a different emphasis on the subject, concept, scale, and context of the design problem. In this course, special emphasis is placed on recognizing various activities in complex structures in the context of their cultural, aesthetic, and social values. Also, developing and implementing a design language is an essential part of the course.
This course covers the fundamental principles of mechanical, electrical, and fire safety systems in addition to plumbing, wet area and kitchen design, and heating, cooling, and ventilation systems in interior spaces. It focuses on the integration of building services into interior design, including system operation, technical drawings, and safety strategies through both theoretical and practical work.
INAR 300 Summer Practice is the second summer practice in the curriculum of the Interior Architecture department. It has a different process than the other undergraduate courses of the department in terms of its structure and timing. In this course, the students are expected to complete their summer practice in a interior design or architectural office. Designer-client relations, preparations of preliminary or construction projects, legislative rules and practices, standards for application and professional controlling should be considered.
This course provides a foundational understanding of occupational health and safety (OHS) concepts that are applicable across all professional fields. It aims to help students recognize potential hazards and risk factors in the workplace and to foster a culture of safe working practices. Topics include the definitions and roles of workers and employers, work accidents, occupational diseases, legal regulations such as the Act No. 6331 on Occupational Health and Safety, use and selection of protective equipment, physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic risk factors, fire hazards, and specific risks and legal regulations.
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INAR 402: Interior Design Studio VI aims to integrate and evaluate the full spectrum of design, technical, and presentation competencies students have acquired throughout their interior architecture education. Building on prior coursework and summer internships, the course simulates a professional design environment, guiding students through the complete process of developing and executing a comprehensive interior design project.
This course aims to introduce the risks related to occupational health and safety (OHS) that may arise during professional practices in the fields of Architecture, Interior Architecture, and Urban and Regional Planning, and to teach the necessary precautions to be taken against these risks. Students will gain fundamental knowledge and skills regarding hazards that can occur in both office and construction site environments, as well as the legal framework and strategies for preventing and managing such hazards. The course covers key topics such as the importance of OHS in the construction sector, safety while working at height, fire safety systems, building management systems, disaster and emergency preparedness, risk analysis, and occupational safety management systems. In addition, students will be informed about current regulations and legal responsibilities concerning occupational safety that they may encounter throughout their professional careers.
This course is designed to simulate the workflow, ethical rules, construction site management and professional relationships in professional business life and to prepare the student for professional life.