By far the most work I have ever had for a class, but Sanda is amazing and is so passionate about what she does, it makes it worth it. Even though I wouldn't suggest it for non architecture majors, it was one of the best classes I have taken.

Sanda is a very interesting lecturer and super nice, but the projects were very time consuming, especially for non architecture majors

Iliescu is amazing at what she does, and this class will make you look at the world and your own artistic abilities differently. However, the organization is pretty poor. Deadlines are usually announced last minute, emails are constantly going out. It is a lot of work, and you will spend a lot of money on art materials.

Sanda is such a great teacher; she's really cute and Romanian and loves loves loves art and architecture. She's engaging and fun and bubbly. Class is always a blast, but the course load is intense. Projects assigned every week that take up hours of time. It's rewarding and enjoyable sometimes, but not easy by any means.

Absolutely amazing class. Lots of work. Definitely recommend to anyone with even a slight interest in art or architecture. Just be sure not to slack off on the projects.

Great class. Lots of work though.

Great Class

Great class; sanda really gets you to think

Get a good TA!! Some grade really unfair. I lucked out and mine really inspired me to do my best. Sanda did nothing for me in terms of inspiration. She is a good professor, taught us about the history/technique/etc but it was my TA who really kept my spirits up. This class is VERY work heavy, mostly individual work from home. You will spend a lot of time cutting cardboard and cursing the class. However, I went away knowing so much about "making" and how architects work! This was not a mandatory class for me but it's one of my favorites in terms of personal development.

If Waldman's class didn't do it, this class will teach you to be on your feet as far as changing what your work "means" on the spot. After you get over that roadblock it's kind of fun. The main project is making a box out of cardboard and Sanda likes to flip things over and take them apart, so avoid the glue.