ARTH 205 Design History and Theory

This course introduces key developments in the history of design starting from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present. The class will trace important figures and movements, as well as the cultural influences, technological developments, design theories, and practices that have shaped the evolution of design. Students will build an understanding of the formal vocabulary of design and critically probe aspects of style, form, and representation to better understand how design functions and communicates in visual culture.