Colors for Interiors

This course is to provide an understanding of color and how it affects the interior environments and influences mood. It will teach students about the importance of all colors and how they can be used to enhance the function of a work or living space. Students will to combine texture and color to create interest as they experiment with new color palettes and combinations from simple monochromatic to vibrant color schemes.

1. To be able to produce and apply all colors consciously.
2. To understand and work with the properties of color.
3. To build a structure in terminology, contrasts and schemes.
4. To develop the personal design practice.

Those interested in turning a house into a home.
English Level: High-Intermediate and above

No required textbook

Yishui Fang

Yishui Fang holds a Master's degree from the Royal College of Art and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Architecture at Waseda University. An accomplished interior designer and architect, Yishui has a rich background in both professional practice and academic research across Japan, the United Kingdom, and China. Her design philosophy champions multidisciplinary collaboration, seamlessly integrating interior design, architecture, engineering, robotics, and intelligent systems. Her academic pursuits are centered on kinetic architecture and creating innovative urban public spaces. Notably, her work has been featured in several international design journals, reflecting her commitment to advancing the field. As an educator, she fosters a creative and collaborative classroom environment, preparing her students to push the boundaries of architectural innovation.