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BSc Home Science Interior Design and Decoration Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026

This is the Semester 3 syllabus under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2025-26. The University still examines the earlier Choice Based papers alongside it — her third-year timetables name that scheme — so check which scheme your exam form names before you revise.

Interior Design and Decoration Syllabus.pdf
Major · Semester 3 · Second Year · 2 credits · 50 marks

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Syllabus for Interior Design and Decoration

Major · Semester 3 · Second Year · 2 credits · 50 marks

Module I: Foundations of Design and Interior Planning

  • 1 Elements of Design – Line, Shape/Form, Space, Texture, Colour, Light, Pattern
  • 2 Principles of Design – Balance, Rhythm, Harmony, Proportion, Emphasis
  • 3 Colour Theory in Interiors - Colour wheel, types of colour schemes, effects of colours in interiors
  • 4 Functional & Aesthetic Planning
  • a Anthropometry and ergonomics.
  • b Circulation patterns, zoning, activity-based planning
  • 5 Factors Affecting Residential Design
  • a Climate, orientation, lifestyle, budget, culture, sustainability
  • b Vaastu and cultural beliefs (contextual understanding)

Module II: Interior Decoration and Contemporary Applications

  • 1 Accessories in Interior Decoration
  • a Types - Functional, Decorative, Symbolic.
  • b Use of wall art, textiles, indoor plants, and artifacts. 2 Furniture in Interior Design
  • a Built-in vs free-standing furniture.
  • b Selection based on function, style, and ergonomics 3 Soft Furnishings - Curtains, drapes, rugs, cushion covers, upholstery – impact on space perception
  • 4 Smart Interiors and Emerging Trends
  • a Smart homes and automation (lighting, HVAC, security).
  • b Eco-friendly materials and green interiors.
  • c Upcycling, minimalism, biophilic design 5 Interior Design for Small Spaces - Compact furniture, storage hacks, optical illusions using mirrors, lighting & colour

Text Books & Reference Books

  • 1 Cline, L. S. (2012). Drafting and Visual Presentation for Interior Designers. United Kingdom: Prentice Hall PTR.
  • 2 Coetzee, K., Bergh, R. (2000). The Complete Book of Soft Furnishings. United Kingdom: New Holland.
  • 3 Dodsworth, S., Anderson, S. (2015). The Fundamentals of Interior Design. United Kingdom: Bloomsbury Publishing.
  • 4 Dr. Suman Singh, Dr. Sapna Dinesh, Dr. Roopa Rao (2024). Resource Management (RM: ASSET) Advancements & Strategies for Education and Transformation. ISBN: 9788119105403 (Hardbound). Pgs 511. Satish Serial Publishing House (SSPH), Delhi.
  • 5 Gandotra, V. (2010). Introduction To Interior Design And Decoration. India: Dominant Publishers and Distributors.
  • 6 Gill. R. W. (1994). Rendering with Pen & Ink. Thames & Hudson Ltd. London.
  • 7 HCline, L. S. (2014). Architectural Drafting for Interior Designers. United Kingdom: Bloomsbury Academic.
  • 8 Household Furniture and Interior Decoration. (2022). United States: Creative Media Partners, LLC.
  • 9 Kingsley, D. B. W., Wirtz, D. B. (2014). Hand Drafting for Interior Design. United Kingdom: Bloomsbury Academic.
  • 10 Lise, S. D. (2013). Interior Design Basics: Basics of Interior Design. United States: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.
  • 11 Mitton, M., Nystuen, C. (2016). Residential Interior Design: A Guide to Planning Spaces. Germany: Wiley.
  • 12 Pile, J. F. (2005). A History of Interior Design. United Kingdom: Laurence King.
  • 13 Rao, Pratap. (2006). Interior Design (Principles& Practice). India: Standard Publishers Distributors.
  • 14 Roopa, R., Suman, S., Sapna, D. (2024). HABITATS - Holistic Approaches to Building, Interiors, And Technical Systems. Noble Science Press
  • 15 Seetharaman, P. (2017). Interior Design and Decoration. India: CBS Publishers & Distributors.
  • 16 Shorter, W. (2016). Professional Results: Soft Furnishings. United Kingdom: Fox Chapel Publishing.
  • 17 Small + Smart Interiors. (2017). Spain: book publishing, S.L..
  • 18 Smith, V. I. (2023). Space Planning Sketchbook for Interior Design Students: Room Layout Drawing Book. (n.p.): Lulu Press, Incorporated.
  • 19 Tangaz, T. (2019). Interior Design Course: Principles, Practices, and Techniques for the Aspiring Designer. United Kingdom: Sourcebooks, Incorporated.

Reproduced from the University of Mumbai syllabus for B.Sc. (Home Science) under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2025-26. Wording is as printed in that syllabus. Module numbering is as printed there too.

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