HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN
Minnesota Department of Education
Academic Standards Course Framework
Housing and Interior Design
Housing and Interior Design is an introductory course essential for those students interested in academic
enrichment or a career within the housing, interior design, or furnishings industry. This course addresses the
selection and planning of designed spaces to meet the needs, wants, values and lifestyles of individuals, families,
clients, and communities. Housing decisions, resources and options will be explored including factors affecting
housing choices and the types of housing available.
Developmental influences on housing and interior environments will also be considered. Basic historical
architectural styling and basic furniture styles will be explored as well as basic identification of the elements and
principles of design. Design and space planning involves evaluating floor plans and reading construction documents
while learning to create safe, functional, and aesthetic spaces. Presentation techniques will be practiced to
thoroughly communicate design ideas. Visual arts concepts will be addressed. Direct, concrete mathematics
proficiencies will be applied. A project based approach will be utilized requiring higher-order thinking,
communication, leadership and management processes as housing and interior design content is integrated into
the design of interior spaces while meeting specific project criteria. This course provides the foundation for
further study and careers in the architecture, construction, housing, interior design, and furnishings industries.
Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)
Career and Technical Student Organizations are considered a powerful instructional tool when integrated into
Career and Technical Education programs. They enhance the knowledge and skills students learn in a course by
allowing a student to participate in a unique program of career and leadership development. Students should be
encouraged to participate in FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America), the CTSO for this area.
FCCLA Student Leader Opportunities
STAR Event –Interior Design
STAR Event- Illustrated Talk
STAR Event- Environmental Ambassador
STAR Event- Recycle and Redesign
Minnesota FCCLA Skill Event Design, Textiles and Style Challenge
HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN
21st Century Skills should be an integral part of all courses being taught. These soft skills are the foundation for all
Career and Technical Education.
Critical Thinking and Reasoning: Thinking Deeply, Thinking Differently
Information Literacy: Untangling the Web
Invention
Collaboration: Working Together, Learning Together
Self-Direction: Own Your Learning
Invention: Creating Solutions
Possible Course Titles
STEM/STEAM Connections
Design Process (Engineering Approach
• Identify Problem > Brainstorm > Design > Build, > Redesign > Test and Evaluate > Share Solution
• Analytical skills to research a topic, develop a project and timeline, and draw conclusions from research
results.
• Science skills to break down a complex scientific system into smaller parts, recognize cause and effect
relationships, and defend opinions using facts.
• Mathematic skills for calculations and measurements.
• Attention to detail by following technical directions, recording data accurately, formative and summative
assessment.
• Technical skills, troubleshooting, repairing, and utilizing software and modern equipment.
• Communication and cooperation skills to listen to customer needs or interact with project partners.
• Teamwork skills for successful project completion.
• Creativity to solve problems and develop new ideas.
• Leadership skills to lead projects or help customers.
• Organization skills to keep track of lots of different information.
• Time management skills to function efficiently.
HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN
Career Pathways
Career Field: Engineering, Manufacturing & Technology > Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction> Career
Pathways: Construction, Design Pre-construction, Maintenance and Operations
Career Field: Arts, Communication, &Information Systems>Career Cluster: Arts, Audio/Video Technology and
Communications>Career Pathways: Audio/Video Technology and Film; Journalism and Broadcasting; Performing Arts;
Printing Technology; Telecommunications; Visual Arts
Career Field: Business, Management, and Administration>Career Cluster: Marketing>Career Pathways: Merchandising,
Marketing Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Research, Professional Sales
Key
FACS=Family and Consumer Sciences
MFATD= Minnesota Fashion, Apparel, Textiles & Design
STEM=Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
STEAM=Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math
FCCLA=Family, Community, & Career Leaders of America
Topic: Design Fundamentals
Minnesota Frameworks:
National Standard Correlation:
STEM/STEAM Standard: 9.1.3.2 Culture; 9.1.3.3 Society; 9P.1.3.3 Developments in Physics
National
Minnesota
Benchmarks/Competencies
Standard
Correlation
Framework
11.2.1
11.2.2
11.2.3
11.5.1
11.5.2
11.5.3
11.2.4
MHID1.1
Identify, demonstrate, and analyze elements and principles of design
MHID1.2
Apply and understand color theory
MHID1.3
Identify and analyze art, architecture, and interiors and exteriors through history
HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN
Topic: Factors Influencing Design
Minnesota Frameworks:
National Standard Correlation:
STEM/STEAM Standard: 9.1.2.1 Addressing Human Need; 9.1.3.3 Society; 9.1.3.4 Knowledge & Understanding
National
Minnesota
Benchmarks/Competencies
Standard
Correlation
Framework/Standard
11.6.5
11.6.1
11.6.2
11.6.4
11.5.1
11.6.4
11.5.4
11.5.5
11.2
MHID2.1
MHID2.2
Identify values, needs, and wants of the individual(s)
Assess family and financial resources needed to achieve housing and design goals.
MHID2.3
Examine the characteristics of works in art from a variety of cultures including
contributions of MN Am. Indian tribes and immigrant communities
Analyze current housing trends
MHID2.4
MHID2.5
Investigate the impact of technology in the housing market such as alternative
energy sources, housing materials, zero energy homes and sustainability
Topic: Function and Flow of Interior Design
Minnesota Frameworks:
National Standard Correlation:
STEM/STEAM Standard: 9.1.2.2 Practice of Engineering; 9.1.3.1 Systems; 9.1.3.3 Society; 9.1.3.4 Knowledge &
Understanding; 9P.1.3.3 Developments in Physics
National
Minnesota
Benchmarks/Competencies
Standard
Correlation
Framework
11.4.1
11.4.2
11.4.3
11.4.4
11.4.6
11.6.3
MHID3.1
MHID3.2
Interpret and understand the basics of a floor plan (scale, work triangle, private
zones, traffic flow, storage, symbols)
Draft and design a floor plan using architectural symbols
MHID3.3
Evaluate housing needs for special populations
HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN
Topic: Interior Design Application/Analysis
Minnesota Frameworks:
National Standard Correlation:
STEM/STEAM Standard: 9.1.1.2 Inquiry; 9.1.3.3 Society; 9.1.3.4 Knowledge & Understanding; 9P.1.3.3 Developments in
Physics
Minnesota
National
Benchmarks/Competencies
Framework/Standard
Standard
Correlation
11.3.1
MHID4.1
Select products for residential projects including lighting, appliances, flooring, wall
coverings, window treatments, textiles, accessories and furniture
11.4.4
MHID4.2
Arrange furniture placement with reference to principles of design, traffic flow,
activity and existing architectural features
11.3.6
MHID4.3
Apply housing and interior design knowledge, skills and processes to create a
specific design project
Topic: Careers and Employment Opportunities
Minnesota Frameworks:
National Standard Correlation:
STEM/STEAM Standard: 9.1.3.2 Culture
National
Minnesota
Benchmarks/Competencies
Standard
Correlation
Framework/Standard
11.1.1
11.1.2
MHID5.1
MHID5.2
11.1.3
MHID5.3
11.1.7
MHID5.4
Explore career opportunities in housing and interior design
Analyze MN career clusters and pathways and opportunities for employment and
entrepreneurial endeavors
Summarize post-secondary education, training and credentialing requirements and
opportunities for career paths in housing and interior design
Identify employability skills such as attitudes, traits, and values of professional
responsibility, accountability and effectiveness required for careers in housing and
interior design