ARCH304-8 Architectural Design Studio IV
ARCH304-8 Architectural Design Studio IV
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Architecture
Nerma Omićević
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course introduces students to a office design and learn them to prepare a schematic and developed design for complex office building project with an emphasis on interrelationships of spaces and specialist functions, including, public interface, public assembly and functional performance. Students will be in ability to think about relationships between particular new designed building and surrounding context.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Neufert, E., & Neufert, P. (2012). Architects’ data (4th ed.). Wiley-Blackwell.
Additional Literature
Hachner, R., Jeska, S., & Klauck, B. (2002). Office building. Birkhäuser.Teaching Methods
Face-to-face lecture
Tutorial
Project-based learning
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to design brief. Presentation of project program. Syllabus overview | |
| 2 | Presentation of project program with all basic information for designing specific types of buildings. Site visit and understanding of surroundings, urban context, climate, sun orientation, circulation accessibility. | |
| 3 | Meaning of concept, form, function, space, structure, context, aesthetics, harmony, composition... in architectural design. Lectures on office buildings concepts. | |
| 4 | Site Analysis: Students’ presentations | |
| 5 | Studio work: schematic design development | |
| 6 | Sketching exam I | |
| 7 | Studio work: schematic design development | |
| 8 | Studio work: schematic design development | |
| 9 | Sketching exam II | |
| 10 | Studio work: schematic design development | |
| 11 | Studio work: schematic design development | |
| 12 | Midterm exam | |
| 13 | Studio work: schematic design development | |
| 14 | Studio work: schematic design development | |
| 15 | Final project submission and presentation |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 4 5
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 4
Students' presentations
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 5
Sketching exams
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2
Activity/Progress
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 8 ECTS credit course corresponds to 200 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Final exam
6 hours ⏳ (1 week × 6 h)
Midterm exam
6 hours ⏳ (1 week × 6 h)
Lectures
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Lectures
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Active tutorials
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Tutorials
54 hours ⏳ (9 week × 6 h)
Students' presentations
6 hours ⏳ (1 week × 6 h)
Sketching exams
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Home study
84 hours ⏳ (14 week × 6 h)
Final exam study
14 hours ⏳ (2 week × 7 h)
200 Total Workload Hours
8 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ARCH304-8] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Oct 10, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ARCH304-8 | Architectural Design Studio IV | 1 | 5 | 8 | TBA | |||||
| Prerequisite | ARCH303-8 | It is a prerequisite to | ARCH405-8 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Nerma Omićević | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Wednesday: 9:30-12:00 Thursday: 9:30-12:00 |
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| nomicevic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | TBA | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course introduces students to a office design and learn them to prepare a schematic and developed design for complex office building project with an emphasis on interrelationships of spaces and specialist functions, including, public interface, public assembly and functional performance. Students will be in ability to think about relationships between particular new designed building and surrounding context. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Neufert, E., & Neufert, P. (2012). Architects’ data (4th ed.). Wiley-Blackwell. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Face-to-face lecture, tutorial, project-based learning | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to design brief. Presentation of project program. Syllabus overview | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Presentation of project program with all basic information for designing specific types of buildings. Site visit and understanding of surroundings, urban context, climate, sun orientation, circulation accessibility. | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Meaning of concept, form, function, space, structure, context, aesthetics, harmony, composition... in architectural design. Lectures on office buildings concepts. | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Site Analysis: Students’ presentations | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Studio work: schematic design development | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Sketching exam I | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Studio work: schematic design development | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Studio work: schematic design development | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Sketching exam II | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Studio work: schematic design development | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Studio work: schematic design development | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Studio work: schematic design development | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Studio work: schematic design development | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Final project submission and presentation | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 2,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 20 | 1,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Students' presentations | 1 | 10 | 1,2,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Sketching exams | 2 | 30 | 2 | Not Allowed | |
| Activity/Progress | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Final exam | 6 | 1 | 6 | Midterm exam | 6 | 1 | 6 | |||
| Lectures | 6 | 2 | 12 | Lectures | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Active tutorials | 3 | 1 | 3 | Tutorials | 6 | 9 | 54 | |||
| Students' presentations | 6 | 1 | 6 | Sketching exams | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Home study | 6 | 14 | 84 | Final exam study | 7 | 2 | 14 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 200 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 8 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/10/2025 | |||||||||