Littlefield, D. (2012). Metric Handbook, Planning and design data. 4th ed. Oxford: Architectural Press
Penner, R & Adams, L. (2012) Hotel Design, Planning & Development. 2nd ed. W. W. Norton & Company: London
Sala J., Tingting, Z., Chen, A., (2007). Architectural Interiors; Hotels, Hove: Rotovision. Watson H., 2005. Hotel Revolution. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons Ltd.
Ypma H., (various dates) Hip Hotels, UK, Thames & Hudson.
(NB: This is a series of guides 'Hip Hotels (Beach)', Hip Hotels (Budget) etc)

You will present for assessment a portfolio of work outlined in the Module information pack.
Presentation Boards and visuals 60% (LO 1,2)
Technical drawings 30% (LO 1,2)
Report 10% (LO 1,2)
Reflective Design Journal and project reports covering development of brand identity

Key Information Set:
100% Coursework

Delivery is by distance learning with a comprehensive course handbook, examples of best practice, project templates and telephone and email support being available as necessary through our online VLE, individual and group tutorials, online forums and bulletin boards. Specialist knowledge will be delivered by a diverse team of staff and visiting guest lecturers with a variety of relevant backgrounds and experience. Relevant field trips may be employed at appropriate stages.

Key Information Set:
10% scheduled learning and teaching activities
90% guided independent learning

The Module provides an overview of the interior design process relative to hotels. It looks at how hotels attract their specific markets through interior design, brand values and corporate identity. The Module also considers the design of the traditional hotel chain, the 'Grand Hotel' the spa hotel and the rise of the boutique hotel. The Module develops students' understanding of client/customer relationships and how these may be strengthened through interior design. The Module culminates in the production of a design for a specific hotel interior

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