Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Analyse the project brief

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to decorating for residential spaces are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client

1.3

Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with others is established and maintained

1.6

Problems or underlying factors to be addressed by the project brief are verified

2

Conduct research for the design

2.1

Areas for research are identified

2.2

Impacts of cultural, social and economic influences and trends are identified and analysed

2.3

Ergonomic and anthropometric influences are identified and analysed

2.4

Environmental issues are identified and analysed

2.5

Other relevant information is assessed and used to guide research

2.6

Design influences are prioritised for relevancy to design brief

2.7

Collected information is documented

3

Confirm the design brief

3.1

Design requirements are translated in a manner which is clear and concise

3.2

Factors affecting the outcome of the project are documented

3.3

Criteria for assessing and evaluating design concepts are determined

3.4

Final design brief outlining all the requirements is compiled, produced and refined with the client

4

Generate decoration concepts

4.1

Creative methodologies are used to generate a range of decoration concepts and themes

4.2

Concepts are assessed against the project brief to select most viable solution

4.3

Concept is presented to client using a range of concept presentation methods

4.4

Ideas are discussed with client and concept is modified according to feedback

5

Translate concepts into 3-D decoration ideas

5.1

The elements and principles of design that are derived from the concept are explored

5.2

A range of 3-D decoration ideas are generated from the concept

5.3

Surface materials, finishes, and colours are explored and assessed for their ability to express the concept

5.4

Furniture, fixtures, fittings and accessories are explored and assessed for their ability to express the concept

5.5

The allocation and arrangement of objects within the space are explored

5.6

2-D and 3-D sketches are developed to document the 3-D space

6

Revise and refine solution

6.1

Planning is revised and refined, and ergonomics considered

6.2

Regulatory requirements relating to decoration are assessed to determine compliance

6.3

Finishes, fittings, fixtures, furniture, materials and accessories are selected

6.4

Colour scheme is selected to complement the space and create the required visual experience

6.5

Environmental aspects of decoration solution are examined and areas for improved sustainability are identified and incorporated where possible

6.6

Preliminary drawings are developed

7

Present decoration solution to client

7.1

Final presentation is prepared for the client

7.2

Final presentation is presented to the client with key features and benefits of the solution explained

7.3

Client is engaged to gain feedback on decoration elements

8

Reflect on decoration process

8.1

Client feedback and response are analysed to determine success in achieving client satisfaction

8.2

Own performance in the design process is examined to identify strengths and weaknesses

8.3

Areas for improvement are identified

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes: 

• WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
• work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures, Liveable and Accessible Housing Design guidelines, and organisation insurance requirements
• work requires individual to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving, plus self-management and learning skills

Project brief includes: 

• client needs and objectives
• client aims and objectives, and criteria for evaluation
• milestones
• organisational or personal profiles and aims
• image requirements and function
• target market
• budget
• timeline
• consultation requirements
• colour requirements

Clients include: 

• suppliers
• manufacturers
• private clients
• colleagues
• retailers
• the public

Parameters include: 

• scope of brief
• approval to make changes
• effect or feel trying to be achieved
• functionality (short and long term)
• budget restrictions
• established timelines

Resources may include: 

• computers
• computer software
• design software
• computer-aided design (CAD) software
• colour boards
• storyboards
• swatches
• product based colour systems, such as Munsell or similar
• colour matching system, such as Pantone Matching System (PMS)
• journals (directions magazines)
• artistic equipment and products
• model making equipment

Areas for research include: 

• similar products and typologies and spaces
• materials
• social and cultural influences
• site analysis
• site conditions
• functional requirements

Environmental issues include: 

• use of renewable resources
• energy efficiency
• conservation of resources
• recycling waste
• by-products
• emissions
• environmental consciousness/green design

Other information includes: 

• industry codes and symbols
• Australian and international Standards and regulations
• historical literature on design styles and movements
• ethical reference material
• supplier’s material data sheets
• ergonomic and anthropometric statistical information
• market research documents
• photographic reference material
• site plans and drawings
• lifestyle requirements
• cultural issues
• proxemics
• costs
• product performance and characteristics
• existing conditions

Documentation includes: 

• working notes
• hand written records
• computer-based information and reports
• diagrams
• sketches
• tables
• matrixes
• images
• visual essays

Creative methodologies include: 

• brainstorming
• word association
• imaging
• modelling
• lateral thinking
• application of a range of media

Concepts include: 

• ideas generated to respond to the design brief through both ideation drawings or sketching and written explanation

Concept presentation methods include: 

• mood board
• concept board
• 3-D models
• sketches
• photos

Materials include: 

• solid timber (native and imported)
• manufactured timber products
• plastic
• metal
• alloys
• stone
• glass
• textiles
• fibreglass
• foam
• cardboard
• paper products
• any other manipulable substance

Colours include: 

• colour principles
• psychology
• fundamentals
• coordination
• perception
• language
• tonal
• translucent
• contrast
• harmony
• effects on space
• formulas
• colour wheels

Fixtures, fittings and accessories include: 

• furniture
• soft furnishings
• floor treatments
• curtain treatments
• built in cabinetry or fittings
• light fittings
• lamps
• picture framing
• trinkets
• ceramics
• trays
• vases
• carvings
• baskets
• pots
• plants
• candles
• clocks
• silverware
• mirrors
• frames
• screens
• floral displays
• haberdashery
• glassware
• fireplace items
• gifts
• hand crafts
• water features
• photographs
• pottery
• personal items
• statues
• book ends
• bowls
• bottles

Finishes include: 

• paints
• waxes
• lacquers
• stains
• pigments
• oils
• plastic coatings
• veneers
• ceramics
• stone
• glass
• textiles
• other textures

Environmental aspects include: 

• how the use of raw materials affects the ecology and environment and how its continued use will affect the area it has been sourced from
• energy consumption in achieving the material
• greenhouse gases created
• waste levels
• resource utilisation and transport effects
• what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping material from the source

Drawings may include: 

• hand drawn images or ideation drawings completed freehand
• drafted technical drawings or drawings produced on computer using CAD software packages (these usually contain project specifications)
• elevations
• sections
• plans
• perspectives

Information and procedures include: 

• work instructions, including plans, drawings and designs
• workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
• manufacturer specifications and operational procedures