Chapter 7 Planning the Living Area Objectives Identify

Chapter 7 Planning the Living Area

Objectives • Identify the three main areas in a typical residence. • Explain why designers take special needs into account when designing a new home. • Describe the rooms and areas that comprise the living area. • Apply design principles to planning a living room. © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Objectives • Analyze a dining room using good design principles. • Design a functional entry and foyer. • Communicate the primary design considerations for a family room. • Integrate designs for outdoor living areas into the total floor plan of a dwelling. © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Areas of a Residence • Three main areas: living area, sleeping area, service area • Designer must know purpose of each room and its accessibility needs – International Residential Codes (IRC) establish regulations for residential design and construction • CADD tools reduce time needed to develop suitable designs © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Areas of a Residence © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Traffic Circulation • The movement of people from one area or room to another • Plan traffic circulation for maximum efficiency of movement • Analyze movement to determine if plan is as functional as it can be © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Traffic Pattern BEFORE © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Traffic Pattern AFTER http: //www. annarbor. com/home-garden/making-traffic-flow-smoothly-when-remodeling-a-home/ © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Living Room • Size – What furniture is planned? – How often will the room be used? – How many people are expected? – Is it a multipurpose room? © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Living Room • Location – – – Do not place in traffic corridor Grade level is best position Take advantage of views Near dining room Informal divider often used in great room Orient for comfort and energy conservation © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

POORLY Located Living Room © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

PROPERLY Located Living Room © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Living Room • Décor – Homeowner’s preference – Emphasize good points, minimize weak points – Interior style should reflect exterior style © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Dining Rooms • Popularity of dining rooms changes from time to time • Lifestyle determines the need for a dining room • May be formal or informal • Special place for eating and family gatherings © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Dining Room • Plan – Closed plan or open plan? • Size – Based on number of people who will use room, amount of furniture, and traffic clearance – 2'-3" from center-to-center of chairs – 2'-0" between chair backs and wall © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Entry and Foyer • Every house has at least one main entry • Many, but not all, houses have a foyer • Three basic types of entries: – main entry – service entry – special-purpose entry © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Main Entry • Centrally located and open into a foyer • Visitors visible without opening door • Provide protection from weather • Visually interesting • Size depends on size and design of house © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Two Types of Main Entry © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Service and Special-Purpose Entries • Service entry usually connected to the kitchen or utility room • Special-purpose entry provides access to patio, deck or court © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Foyer • A place to greet guests, remove coats and boots • Flooring must be soil-resistant • Coat closet • Provides access to other rooms • Size depends on house size, location, personal preference • Décor reflects adjacent rooms © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Foyer Design © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Foyer Design © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Family Room • Place where the family can play or pursue hobbies • Design for function and easy maintenance • Basement location advantages include large area, separates noise from other living areas, contains necessary structural details, easy to decorate and keep clean © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Family Room • • Size varies Furniture selected depend on anticipated activities Décor reflects homeowner’s lifestyle Common items in room include large-screen TVs, pool tables, game tables • Accessibility is important © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Special-Purpose Rooms • Dedicated to pursuit of special interest, such as a greenhouse • Special-purpose rooms frequently have unique requirements: – Storage, lighting, ventilation, plumbing, electrical © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Outdoor Living Areas • Patios, porches, decks, courtyards, gazebos • Enlarge the area and function of a home • Lighting allows for use after dark, adds safety and security © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Patios • Patios are near house but not structurally connected to it • Located at ground level • Building materials include concrete, brick, stone, tile, redwood, pressure-treated wood, or synthetic decking • Place to relax, play, entertain, and live • Carefully choose location, size, design © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

My DREAM PATIO! © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Porches and Decks • Porches and decks are structurally connected to house • Porches are covered, decks are not • A ramp is required for access by the disabled • A balcony is a narrow porch located on an upper floor of a home • A veranda is a large porch that extends along an entire wall of a house © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Porch © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Courtyards • Courtyards are outdoor spaces totally or partially enclosed by walls or roof • Used for dining, relaxing, talking, entertaining, and as gardens © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Gazebos • A gazebo provides an architectural focal point. © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Green Architecture • Porches and green design – Prior to widespread use of air-conditioning, houses had porches, which prevented the sun from directly entering the home – Once air conditioning became widespread, homes were designed without porches – Designers are realizing the potential of porches to reduce electricity use while moderating the temperature of a home © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.

Employability • Preparing for a job interview – Research the employer and the job – Be prepared to answer questions – List the questions you want answered – List the materials you plan to take to the interview – Decide what to wear – Practice the interview – Know where to go for the interview © Goodheart-Willcox Co. , Inc. Permission granted to reproduce for educational use only.