FCS Exploration
Strand 2 Standard 4
1 class periods of 45 minutes each
There are many different types of furnishings and accessories available for interior design. Choose furnishings and accessories based on color, line, pattern, texture, shape, and mood.
An overhead, an overhead marker, magazines to cut up, scissors, glue, paper
Furniture: definition--equipment that is large and serves a purpose in a room.
Examples: a bed, desk, bookshelf, chair, couch, dresser, and shelves
Accessories: definition--small decorating items; usually not essential, but can be useful.
Examples: frames, wallpaper, flowers/plants, lamps, carpet, drapes/curtains pillows, mirrors, pictures, a bedspread, rugs, souvenirs, an afghan, a vase, statues/figurines, a jewelry box, knick-knacks, momentos, and dishes
Fabric and wallpaper come in many colors, lines, patterns, textures, shapes, and moods. Choose wallpaper, bedspreads, pillows, carpet and drapes that fit the elements of design that you like best.
Basic discussion of interior design and the importance of color.
Students will examine furniture and make a grouping of furnishings they like.
1. Lecture/notes
2. Find and cut out a 3" square of wallpaper and/or fabric that you like. Describe the color scheme, line, texture, shape, pattern, and why you like it.
3. Cut and paste 5 examples of bedroom accessories.
4. Cut and paste 5 examples of bedroom furniture.
5. Cut and paste a magazine picture of a bedroom; label the furniture and accessories in another language.
Submitted by Valarie Shaw.