Mock-ups in design : the implications of utlizing [sic] a mock-up review process in professional practice

Authors

Charles M. Boggs, Florida International University

Document Type

Thesis

Degree

Master of Arts (MA)

Major/Program

Interior Design

First Advisor's Name

Phillip Abbott

First Advisor's Committee Title

Committee Chair

Second Advisor's Name

Sarah Sherman

Third Advisor's Name

Janine King

Date of Defense

7-15-2010

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to examine the use of a mock-up review process in interior design projects to better understand the implications of using such a process within the standard professional practice model. The research consisted of interviewing design professionals who utilize mock-ups as part of their standard of practice. These interviews were centered around two groups - those working in shipbuilding, where mock-ups have a long history, and those working in land-based projects, where mock-up use is rare. Analysis of the interviews indicated a positive relationship between mock-up use and collaboration, innovation, and problem solving. The interviews also brought to light concerns on behalf of all the professionals surveyed about the current practice model in land-based building design and construction projects within the United States. The positive relationships shown in the thesis support further research to explore how mock-ups can be best utilized in interior design.

Identifier

FI14051179

Comments

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Recommended Citation

Boggs, Charles M., "Mock-ups in design : the implications of utlizing [sic] a mock-up review process in professional practice" (2010). FIU Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1709.
https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/1709