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Space Planning
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Art/Design
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07/24/2008
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Term
Space Planning
 Definition
Is the process used to translate programmatic needs and broad design concepts into a physical plan of the space by organizing major rooms and areas, determining circulation systems, and laying out furniture.
Term
Base Plan
 Definition

Is a floor plan drawing of the existing space within which the new design will be placed

 

Includes relationship to other tenants, location of exits, public restrooms, existing walls.
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Existing Conditions that Influence Space Plan of Interior Design

 Definition
  1. Relationship to surround areas
  2. Size of existing space
  3. Views
  4. Special Features (Ex. ornate millwork)
  5. Structural conditions
  6. Plumbing
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Organizing Concepts
 Definition
  • Linear
  • Axial
  • Grid
  • Central
  • Radial
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Circulation Patterns
 Definition
  • Dumbbell
  • Doughnut
  • Radial
Term
Dead-end Corridors should not exceed __ FT.
 Definition
20 FT
Term
The space between a desk and a credenza behind should be about _ _/_ FT to _ FT.
 Definition
3 1/2 FT- 5 FT
Term
Minimum size of an exit door:
 Definition
3 FT Wide swinging in the direction of travel.
Term
Doors must not encroach more than _ IN. into the exit space when fully open.
 Definition
7 IN
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Width of exit corridor in residential construction:

 Definition
36"
Term
Width of exit corridors in commercial construction:
 Definition
44"
Term
Code- A minimum of __" on the pull side of the door on the latch side and __" on the push side of the door.
 Definition
18", 12"
Term
Design Considerations
 Definition
  • Maintaining adjacencies
  • Public vs. Private
  • Enclosed vs. Open
  • Daylighting, Views and Artificial Lighting
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LEED Credits can be gained by:
 Definition
  • Providing a daylight factor of 2% for 75% of all space occupied for critical visual tasks.
  • Providing an area for the storage and collection of recyclables.
  • Reusing existing building.
  • Providing secure bicycle storage and changing/shower facilities for 5% or more of the tenants.
Term
Light Shelf
 Definition
Horizontal surface placed above eye level that reflects direct daylight onto the ceilng while shading the lower portions of the window and the inteior of the room. Distributes light more evenly to the back of the room.
Term
Daylight Factor
 Definition
(DF) Expressed as a percentage, is the ratio of the indoor illuminance at a point on a horizontal surface to the unobstructed exterior horizontal illuminance. Direct sunlight is excluded.
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