Title: Identify types and uses for hard- and soft-surface materials within an interior space.
Course: Interior Design II (19263-II) > Section: Understanding Materials Used in Interior Design

Identification should include consideration of

- material properties
- durability
- purpose
- safety (e.g., flammability).

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What soft materials are best in terms of safety?
- What are the consequences of not considering safety factors when choosing surface materials?

Communication

- How might an interior designer communicate an emphasis on material durability and cost to assist a client?

Leadership

- What leadership skills must individuals have to examine, assess, and apply information about the appropriateness of materials for specific purposes?

Management

- What training and resources must individuals have to develop a working knowledge of hard- and soft-surface materials?