Interior Architecture & Industrial Design
IAID's Mission & Vision
Our mission in the Department of Interior Architecture & Industrial Design is dedicated to providing design education that advances user-centered design through innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and applied learning. We empower students to become creative problem solvers, ethical professionals, and leaders in design and design thinking by fostering a culture of experimentation, empathy, and sustainability. IAID contributes to shaping environments and products that enhance well-being, equity, and sustainability through research, applied learning, community engagement, and professional partnerships.
IAID envisions a future where design drives positive change through innovation, research, and a commitment to well-being. By leading design thinking across disciplines, fostering applied design collaborative initiatives, and expanding designing for wellness as a core framework, IAID aims to set innovative standards in design education. Our graduates will be prepared to navigate complex challenges, adapt to evolving professional landscapes, and contribute meaningfully to society through impactful, user-centered design solutions.
Design Your Future with Us!
Our department offers dynamic and innovative programs in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, and Industrial Design. Each program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing students to create meaningful and impactful designs for society.
Master of Interior Architecture
The Master of Interior Architecture program offers two dedicated design studio sections at each year level, typically maintaining a 1:16 faculty-to-student ratio with a maximum studio enrollment of 18 students. Students benefit from individualized instruction, a dedicated materials library, extensive use of our state-of-the-art FAB Lab, and opportunities to collaborate through interdisciplinary studios and industry-sponsored projects.
Master of Industrial Design
The Master of Industrial Design program features small studio cohorts, typically maintaining a 1:12 faculty-to-student ratio with a maximum studio enrollment of 18 students. Students work closely with faculty while gaining hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art FAB Lab and collaborating with industry partners on sponsored design projects.
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
The Bachelor of Science in Interior Design program offers two dedicated studio sections at each year level. First-year studios maintain a maximum 1:20 faculty-to-student ratio and include upper-level student mentors who support new students throughout the studio experience. Upper-level studios typically maintain a 1:16 faculty-to-student ratio. Students also benefit from a dedicated materials library, professional mentoring, and multiple opportunities to engage with practicing designers throughout the curriculum.
Message From the Department Head
Welcome to the Department of Interior Architecture and Industrial Design—a place where bold ideas and real-world impact come together. Our programs include Master's degrees in Interior Architecture and Industrial Design, and a Bachelor's in Interior Design. Each is built on a foundation of creative thinking, hands-on making, and responsible design.
Whether you're driven to rethink interior spaces, innovate sustainable design solutions, or shape the future through product design, you'll find the tools, community, and inspiration here to do it.
Join a diverse, creative, and forward-looking community. Together, we’re designing a better, more sustainable world—one idea at a time.