The M. Wilhelmina Boldt Interior Design Program prepares students in the undergraduate major for practice as entry-level interior designers by promoting a strong theoretical and practical knowledge in design, space planning, and programming for both residential and commercial interior spaces. Graduates may pursue careers with interior design firms, architectural firms, corporate facilities, and government agencies. The program is accredited by the Foundation for Interior Design Education Research (FIDER).
Given the widespread adoption of computers in interior design and other affiliated design professions, the program introduces computer tools throughout the design curriculum. Each student entering the junior-level Interior Design curriculum is required to have a laptop computer. State-of-the-art electronic studios allow students to access the Internet and software on Marymount’s server.
Internships are available during the junior and senior years with nationally recognized architectural and design firms, furniture and interior retailers, contract designers, and other organizations utilizing design consultants. The program offers a lecture series, exhibitions of student and professional work, field trips, and the resources of the Washington, DC, design community. Senior students must successfully complete a comprehensive examination (written and design).
Interior Design majors are encouraged to join the student chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
A Professional Advisory Board reviews the curriculum, recommends improvements, and identifies career possibilities. Professional members from the metropolitan area provide expertise and direction to students.
Freshmen are encouraged to complete 6 credits of basic design, 3 credits of drawing, and 7 credits in introductory Interior Design courses (theory, graphics, and design). Students should consult with School advisors concerning course sequencing and prerequisites.
Liberal Arts Core requirements: All Liberal Arts Core requirements must be fulfilled. It is recommended that students work with an advisor to ensure compliance.
Major requirements (67 credits): FA 103-104 Design I & II; FA 105 Drawing I; ID 101 Introduction to Interior Design; ID 111, 212, 214 Architectural Graphics I, II, & III; ID 231 Textiles and Finish Materials; ID 201-202 Interior Design I & II; ID 303-304 Interior Design III & IV; ID 313 Computer-aided Drafting and Design; ID 332 Building Technology; ID 333 Lighting Design; ID 350-351 History of Interiors I & II; ID 400 Internship; ID 405-406 Interior Design V & VI; ID 434 Business Procedures; and 3 additional credits in an ID elective.
Electives: to total 120 credits.
Students who have a baccalaureate degree in a field other than Interior Design may enroll in the Accelerated Undergraduate Program and pursue a B.A. in Interior Design. The requirements for this degree are: completion of the Liberal Art Core; 60 credits in the following courses: FA 481 Design, ID 426 Current Issues in Interior Design, ID 485 Accelerated Architectural Graphics, ID 487 Accelerated Interior Design Studio, ID 214 Architectural Graphics III, ID 231 Textiles and Finish Materials, ID 303-304 Interior Design III & IV, ID 313 Computer-aided Drafting and Design, ID 332 Building Technology, ID 333 Lighting Design, ID 350-351 History of Interiors I & II, ID 400 Internship, ID 405-406 Interior Design V & VI, ID 434 Business Procedures, and 3 additional credits in an ID elective.
Students may transfer credits from an accredited school, but must complete a minimum of 36 credits at Marymount.
Minor requirements: ID 101 Introduction to Interior Design, ID 111 Architectural Graphics I, ID 201 Interior Design I, and 15 additional credits of ID courses.
Timothy Archie, Interior Designer—Timothy Archie Interiors
Kazuko Barkey, ASID, IDEC, Interior Designer—Kazuko Sawaji Interiors
Robert Cox—HOK
Candice Kling, IES, IALD, Lighting Designer—C. M. Kling & Associates, Inc.
Andrew Monje Jr., ASID, IDEC—Educator (retired), Marymount University
Mary Petrino
Janet Rankin—Lehman-Smith + McLeish
Thea Scott-Fundling—Marymount faculty liaison
Jessica Taylor—Gensler