Course

Module 1: Fundamentals of Interior Landscaping

Introduction to Interior Landscaping: Role, importance, and evolution in interior design; Principles of Interior Landscaping: Aesthetic, functional, and psychological benefits (well-being, productivity, and biophilia); Spatial Analysis: Reading interior spaces, identifying opportunities for integrating plants and landscape features; Plant Selection: Classification of indoor plants (tropical, temperate, shade-loving), their growth habits, and suitability for interior environments; Hardscape & Softscape: Elements of interior landscaping (planters, water features, rocks, furniture integration).

Module 2: Design Approaches and Strategies

Design Methodology: Conceptualizing interior landscapes for different functions (residential, commercial, hospitality); Biophilic Design; Innovative Applications.

Module 3: Technical Systems for Interior Landscaping

Lighting for Interior Landscapes; Irrigation systems; Building Integration; Maintenance planning

Module 4: Contextual & Sustainable Interior Landscaping

Vernacular Landscaping Practices; Climate-Responsive Strategies; Sustainable Design Approaches; Cultural & Aesthetic Integration; Case studies

Course Objectives

§ To introduce students to the principles of interior landscaping, including plant selection, hardscape elements and integration with interior design aesthetics.

§ To develop skills for designing functional and sustainable interior landscapes that enhance spatial quality, wellbeing and environmental performance.

§ To equip students with technical knowledge on lighting, irrigation, maintenance, and integration of interior landscapes with building systems.

§ To encourage contextual and innovative design approaches by incorporating vernacular, biophilic, and climate-responsive interior landscape solutions.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, students will be able to:

CO1 :

Analyze interior spaces to determine opportunities for integrating landscape elements that enhance spatial and environmental quality.

CO2 :

Design creative and functional interior landscapes using appropriate plants, materials and biophilic strategies.

CO3 : Apply technical knowledge of lighting, irrigation and maintenance in the preparation of interior landscape design solutions.

CO4 : Incorporate contextual, vernacular and sustainable practices in interior landscaping projects to create innovative, climate-responsive designs.

Evaluation Pattern

Reading Material

1. Oudolf, P., & Kingsbury, N. (2005). Planting design: gardens in time and space. Timber Press (OR).
2. Nelson, L. (2014). Interior landscape design. John Wiley & Sons.
3. Kellert, S. R., Heerwagen, J., & Mador, M. (2011). Biophilic design: the theory, science and practice of bringing buildings to life. John Wiley & Sons.
4. Fediw, K. (2015). The manual of interior plantscaping: A guide to design, installation, and maintenance. Timber Press.