Description

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Program

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Architectural Engineering And Environmental Design

Objectives

• Retrofit of interior spaces is a course that is aimed to teach researchers about heritage interior design. The researchers will also gain the opportunity to further enhance their knowledge and skill related to heritage buildings. This course enables researchers, to learn more about the complex design considerations necessary when looking to redesign listed or period properties. The conversion or remodeling of existing buildings within the heritage sector is an increasingly popular way of providing residential, leisure or business accommodation to a market which requires contemporary technology and comforts embedded within a building or location which retains a sense of history. This course explores the different approaches taken by designers working within the field and helps develop an approach which recognizes the importance of protecting and enhancing the integrity of the building whilst developing stylish interiors that fulfill the demands of contemporary living and working.