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AT 201 Introduction to Architecture

AT 201 Introduction to Architecture . Chapter 7 Room Planning- Sleeping and Bath Facilities Dr. Trent September 18, 2013. Objective. Discuss factors that are important in the design of bedrooms Plan the size and location of closets for a typical residence

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AT 201 Introduction to Architecture

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  1. AT 201 Introduction to Architecture Chapter 7 Room Planning- Sleeping and Bath Facilities Dr. Trent September 18, 2013

  2. Objective • Discuss factors that are important in the design of bedrooms • Plan the size and location of closets for a typical residence • Plan a furniture arrangement for a room • List requirements to make a bedroom accessible to the disabled • Implement important design considerations for bathrooms • Plan a bathroom that follows solid design principles • List the requirements to make a bathroom accessible to the disabled

  3. Key Terms • ½ Bath • ¾ Bath • Full Bath • Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) • Living Area • Ribbon Windows • Service Area • Sleeping Area • Split Bedroom Plan

  4. Areas of a Residence • A residential structure can be divided into three basic areas: • Sleeping area • Where the family sleeps, rests and bathes • Living area • Where the family relaxes, entertains guests, dines, and meets together • Service area • Part of the house where food is prepared, clothes are laundered, goods are stored, the car is parked and equipment for upkeep is stored.

  5. Designing with CADD • Design of bedroom and bathroom spaces may be developed easily and rapidly using modern CADD • Chief Architect • Envisioneer • Revit

  6. Sleeping Area • Usually takes up about 1/3 of the house • Bedrooms • The size of the family usually determines the number of bedrooms needed • Size and Furniture • An average size bedroom contains between 125 and 175 square feet • Bedroom design is directly related to furniture size and arrangement

  7. Sleeping Area • Closets • Each bedroom must have a closet • Access to the closet should receive serious consideration • FHA specifications recommend a minimum number of linear feet of closet rod for a woman and a different number of linear feet for a man

  8. Sleeping Area • Doors and windows • Windows are important bedroom features • Each bedroom will have at least one entry door • Colors and finishing • A well planned bedroom is cheerful but restful, place

  9. Bathrooms • Bathrooms • All homes require at least one bathroom • Number, location, and size • A full bath contains • lavatory • Water closet • Tub/shower • ½ bath contains • Water closet • Lavatory • ¾ bath contains lavatory, water closet and a shower • FHA recommends a minimum size for bathrooms

  10. Bathrooms • Bathrooms • Accessibility • If there is only one bathroom for all the bedrooms, it should b located in the hall common to all bedrooms

  11. Bathrooms • Primary fixtures • Lavatory • Water closet • Tub • Shower • Additional Fixture • Bidet • Whirlpools and Jacuzzis • Bathtubs range is size from 28”x54” to 32”x72”

  12. Bathrooms • Ventilation and Electricity • All bathroom must have ventilation • Windows • Exhaust fan • Safety • Safety is a prime consideration

  13. Bathrooms • Décor • The décor of a well planned bath will provide • Easy cleaning • Resistance to moisture • Pleasing atmosphere • Materials used in LUXURY HOME bathroom showers differ from those used in AVERAGE HOMES

  14. Internet Resources www.gaf.com www.kohler.com www.moen.com www.pricepfister.com www.jacuzzi.com

  15. Questions In bathroom design, which 2 electrical safety concerns must always be addressed? List 3 basic areas into which a residential structure may be divided. In some design situations, a _________ is used to subdivide the bath into 2 compartments. Which 3 materials are often used for bathroom showers in luxury homes?

  16. Questions • Which 3 materials are commonly used for prefabricated bathroom showers in average homes? • Less space is wasted when the bedroom door is located near a _______ of the room. • FHA specifications recommend a minimum of ________ linear feet of closet rod for a woman and _______ linear feet for a man.

  17. Questions FHA recommends that the minimum bedroom size be no smaller than how many square feet? A minimum bathroom size is ________. Bathtubs range is size from 28”x54” to 32”x72”. What is the most common size? List 4 types of doors generally used on closets.

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