ARCH201 Architectural Design Studio I
ARCH201 Architectural Design Studio I
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Architecture
Lejla Krivošić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course establishes foundations of architectural design of single and multi-family housing units engaging issues of space organization, zoning, circulation, user comfort, structure and finish material.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Architecture, Form, Space & Order, Ching, F. Third Edition 2007 Neufert
Additional Literature
Handouts and research assignmentsTeaching Methods
Lectures with visual examples, class discussions, and critiques
Active individual and group critique sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on student progress
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course and general information; HW1 | |
| 2 | Site analysis; Student presentation of HW1; HW2 | Handouts |
| 3 | Basic principles of urban design; Student presentation of HW2 | Chapter: Roads and Streets |
| 4 | Site plan; Studio work | Chapter: Designing for Vehicles |
| 5 | Types of housing; Studio work | Chapter: Houses |
| 6 | Sketching exam 1 | |
| 7 | Roofs; Studio work | Handouts |
| 8 | Exam | |
| 9 | Studio work | |
| 10 | Studio work | Handouts |
| 11 | MId-term presentation | |
| 12 | Fasades; Studio work | |
| 13 | Studio work | |
| 14 | Sketching exam 2 | |
| 15 | Studio work |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH201.1 | Course | Tuesday 09:00 - 14:50 | A F3.7 - Small Architecture Studio | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F3.9 B | |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 14:00 | A F3.9 B | |
| Friday | 10:00 - 13:00 | A F3.9 B |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5 6
Sketching exam 1 and 2
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4
Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 5
Mid-term presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 6
Homework
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
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 12 ECTS credit course corresponds to 300 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
7 hours ⏳ (7 week × 1 h)
Tutorials
35 hours ⏳ (7 week × 5 h)
Tutorials
18 hours ⏳ (3 week × 6 h)
Sketching Exam 1
6 hours ⏳ (1 week × 6 h)
Sketching Exam 2
6 hours ⏳ (1 week × 6 h)
Mid Term Exam
2 hours ⏳ (1 week × 2 h)
Mid Term Presentation
6 hours ⏳ (1 week × 6 h)
Home study
210 hours ⏳ (15 week × 14 h)
Home study
10 hours ⏳ (1 week × 10 h)
300 Total Workload Hours
12 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 [ARCH201] 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 Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ARCH201 | Architectural Design Studio I | 1 | 5 | 12 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | ARCH108 | It is a prerequisite to | ARCH202 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Lejla Krivošić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 10:00-12:00 Tuesday: 9:00-14:00 Friday: 10:00-13:00 |
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| dleila@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | N/A | Assistant E-mail | dleila@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | The course establishes foundations of architectural design of single and multi-family housing units engaging issues of space organization, zoning, circulation, user comfort, structure and finish material. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Architecture, Form, Space & Order, Ching, F. Third Edition 2007 Neufert | |||||||||
| 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 | Lectures with visual examples, class discussions, and critiques. Active individual and group critique sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on student progress. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course and general information; HW1 | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Site analysis; Student presentation of HW1; HW2 | Handouts | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Basic principles of urban design; Student presentation of HW2 | Chapter: Roads and Streets | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Site plan; Studio work | Chapter: Designing for Vehicles | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Types of housing; Studio work | Chapter: Houses | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Sketching exam 1 | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Roofs; Studio work | Handouts | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Studio work | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Studio work | Handouts | ||||||||
| Week 11 | MId-term presentation | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Fasades; Studio work | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Studio work | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Sketching exam 2 | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Studio work | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Presentation | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Sketching exam 1 and 2 | 2 | 20 | 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Exam | 1 | 10 | 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Mid-term presentation | 1 | 20 | 3, 4, 6 | Not Allowed | |
| Homework | 2 | 10 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 1 | 7 | 7 | Tutorials | 5 | 7 | 35 | |||
| Tutorials | 6 | 3 | 18 | Sketching Exam 1 | 6 | 1 | 6 | |||
| Sketching Exam 2 | 6 | 1 | 6 | Mid Term Exam | 2 | 1 | 2 | |||
| Mid Term Presentation | 6 | 1 | 6 | Home study | 14 | 15 | 210 | |||
| Home study | 10 | 1 | 10 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 300 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 12 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 17/02/2026 | |||||||||