Mock Exam 1

2. Which of the following is a true statement about the difference between a programmatic concept and a design concept? (A) A design concept specifies a particular way to achieve the programmatic concept. (B) There are many more programmatic concepts for a problem than there are design concepts. (C) A design concept is a performance requirement. (D) Design concepts are developed before programmatic concepts.

(A) A design concept specifies a particular way to achieve the programmatic concept. There are usually more design concepts than there are programmatic concepts. A programmatic concept is a performance requirement, not the other way around. Design concepts are based on and generated after programmatic concepts, not before.

What characterizes an isometric drawing? (A) All axes are drawn to the same scale. (B) A three-dimensional view can easily be created by tilting a floor plan and extending vertical lines. (C) Lines of projection are perpendicular to the picture plane. (D) The view shows a cut approximately 5 ft (1525 mm) above the floor.

(A) All axes are drawn to the same scale. An isometric drawing uses the same scale for all axes. Option B refers to a plan oblique drawing. Option C refers to an orthographic drawing. Option D refers to a floor plan.

Which of the following statements is true about seismic restraint for suspended acoustical ceilings in seismic design categories D, E, and F as defined in the International Building Code (IBC)? (A) All ceiling-high partitions must be braced independently from the grid. (B) After determining the appropriate seismic design category, the interior designer can follow industry-standard detailing. (C) Main runners must be securely attached to the ceiling angles on opposite sides of a room. (D) Rigid compression struts are required at the grid intersections every 96 in (2.44 m) on center.

(A) All ceiling-high partitions must be braced independently from the grid. Seismic design categories D, E, and F are the most restrictive and require that ceiling-high partitions be braced independently from the ceiling grid. Option B is incorrect because the IBC states that the seismic design category must be determined by a structural engineer or architect, not by the interior designer. Option C is incorrect because in seismic design categories D, E, and F, the ceiling grid must be attached to the ceiling angles on two adjacent walls and not attached on the opposite sides of those walls to allow for movement. In seismic design category C, the grid must not be attached to any of the perimeter trim. Option D is incorrect because compression struts and lateral bracing are required at 12 ft, or 144 in (3.66 m), on center.

Which of the following are correct statements about corridors? (Choose the three that apply.) (A) Corridors are part of the exit access. (B) Corridors are part of the exit. (C) Corridors must be used exclusively for egress. (D) Corridor construction must be fire rated. (E) Corridors are included in calculating travel distance. (F) Corridors must never have dead ends.

(A) Corridors are part of the exit access. (C) Corridors must be used exclusively for egress. (E) Corridors are included in calculating travel distance. Corridors are part of the exit access portion of the egress system, not the exit portion. This means that they are used for calculating travel distance, but they do not necessarily have to be fire rated (although they usually are). Also, by definition, they must be used exclusively for egress. Dead-end corridors are allowed within certain limitations; for example, to 20 ft (6096 mm) in a nonsprinklered building.

An interior designer is looking for independent, third-party information specifically about a carpet's volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. The BEST source would be the (A) Green Label Plus program (B) GreenSpec Directory (C) Greenguard Environmental Institute (D) U.S. Green Building Council

(A) Green Label Plus program The best source for independent, third-party information specifically about a carpet's VOC emissions is the Carpet and Rug Institute's Green Label Plus program. This program tests carpets (as well as cushions and adhesives) to identify products that have low VOC emissions. While the GreenSpec Directory (which is a directory of environmentally preferable products) and the Greenguard Environmental Institute (which establishes indoor air standards for indoor products) will have information about a carpet's VOCs, neither of these is specific to carpet. The U.S. Green Building Council developed the LEED rating systems; it does not produce information about carpet VOC emissions.

What are some of the advantages of continuing education for the interior designer? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) It is a way to advance the designer's career. (B) It is a way to keep up to date with changes in the profession. (C) It is required by all states and Canadian provinces. (D) It is required for membership in many professional organizations. (E) It ensures all designers have a comparable level of knowledge. (F) It encourages professional organizations to develop learning opportunities.

(A) It is a way to advance the designer's career. (B) It is a way to keep up to date with changes in the profession. (D) It is required for membership in many professional organizations. (E) It ensures all designers have a comparable level of knowledge. Continuing education is most importantly needed so that designers can keep up to date with constant changes in technology, building materials and methods, legal requirements, and practice procedures. Continuing education is also useful as a way to advance a designer's career, to maintain membership in professional organizations such as the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), and to maintain the same level of knowledge and competence as fellow professionals. Continuing education is not required by all states or Canadian provinces, only those that have a practice or title that requires it. Professional organizations are motivated by reasons other than the advantages of continuing education.

How can a drapery treatment be BEST changed to minimize its hazard during a fire? (A) Shorten the length of the fabric. (B) Use an open-weave fabric. (C) Increase the amount of fabric. (D) Use a composite fabric.

(A) Shorten the length of the fabric. Of the possible choices, option A is the most correct because it implies that the amount of fuel would be reduced, regardless of the fabric material, whether or not it was fire-retardant treated, or what type of weave it had.

A window covering that is made from fabric and is generally not intended to be opened is called (A) a curtain (B) an Austrian shade (C) a vertical blind (D) drapery

(A) a curtain By definition, curtains are generally not intended to be opened.

Which design element could be used to make a ceiling appear lower? (A) a dark, highly textured ceiling (B) strong horizontal lines on the walls (C) fine-grained patterns on the ceiling and dark walls (D) a light ceiling and textured walls

(A) a dark, highly textured ceiling Dark values tend to make surfaces seem closer, as do heavy textures. The two in combination would make the ceiling appear lower.

41. A designer has calculated the occupant load of a large, sprinklered hotel ballroom, and has determined that three exits are required from the space. The diagonal distance of the room is 160 ft (14.9 m). According to the International Building Code (IBC), two of the exits must be separated by at least one-third of the diagonal distance of the room. Where does the code require the third exit to be located? (A) a reasonable distance from the others (B) a minimum of 80 ft (7.4 m) from the first two (C) as determined by the building official (D) at least one-half the diagonal distance from the first two

(A) a reasonable distance from the others The IBC requires that when three or four exits are required, two of the exits must be placed at least one-half the diagonal distance of the space for nonsprinklered spaces, and at least one-third the diagonal distance for sprinklered spaces. The third exit must be arranged a reasonable distance from the other two, so that if one of those exits becomes blocked, the other two will remain available.

An interior designer has been retained for a building project that is currently being planned by an architect. On the second floor of the building, slate flooring over a concrete subfloor is being used. What type of installation should ideally be designed for? (A) a thick-set application using a cleavage membrane (B) a bonded thick-set installation (C) a 1/2 in (12 mm) layer of mortar with the stone dry-set on top (D) a standard thin-set installation

(A) a thick-set application using a cleavage membrane Because slate does not have a uniform thickness and a concrete subfloor above grade may deflect and cause cracking, the best installation is a thick-set method with a cleavage membrane. The thick-set method allows the tile setter to adjust the bed according to the exact thickness of each stone, and a cleavage membrane (with reinforcement) allows the finish floor to float above any slight deflection of the concrete floor.

3. Which of the following are critical planning concerns for a commercial office space? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) adjacencies (B) daylighting (C) means of egress (D) plan type (E) efficiency factor (F) column locations

(A) adjacencies (B) daylighting (C) means of egress (E) efficiency factor Whether the office space is open plan, closed plan, or some combination of the two depends on the specific requirements of the program; the type of plan employed is a result of the analysis of the planning criteria. Adjacencies, daylighting, egress paths and requirements, and the desired efficiency factor are necessary for function, sustainability, safety, and economy, so they are generally critical planning concerns. While column locations can influence how partitions and other aspects of the plan are laid out, they can usually be accommodated and are not a critical concern.

The cover sheet on a set of interior design construction drawings typically includes which of the following? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) building department data (B) client's name and address (C) index to drawings (D) small-scale reference floor plan (E) symbols used on the drawings (F) zoning department information

(A) building department data (B) client's name and address (C) index to drawings (E) symbols used on the drawings Cover sheets for interior design construction drawings commonly include building department data, the client's name and address, indexes to drawings, and the symbols used. Cover sheets do not contain a small-scale floor plan or zoning department information.

Furniture plans for commercial projects typically include which of the following? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) code number for each piece of furniture (B) computers (C) desk lamp location (D) furniture location (E) partitions (F) telephone and data outlets

(A) code number for each piece of furniture (D) furniture location (E) partitions (F) telephone and data outlets Furniture plans for commercial projects must always include partitions and the location and code number of all furniture items to distinguish specific items. Telephone, data, and power outlet locations are sometimes shown to relate the furniture with required services. Desk lamp locations and computers are not shown because they are plugged into power outlets already shown.

Which of the following terms represents the efficiency of a luminaire in distributing lamp light to room surfaces? (A) coefficient of utilization (B) lamp lumen depreciation factor (C) lamp luminance (D) luminaire efficacy

(A) coefficient of utilization The coefficient of utilization (commonly abbreviated "CU") is a value that is determined and published by the manufacturer. It represents the efficiency of a luminaire in distributing light from a lamp under various degrees of finish reflectivity to the floor, walls, and ceiling.

In starting a design project in a multi-use building, what information would an interior designer need to determine? (A) construction type, adjacent occupancies, and sprinkler condition (B) construction type, fire-zone classification, and accessibility requirements (C) adjacent occupancies, sprinkler condition, and fire-zone classification (D) adjacent occupancies, fire-zone classification, and accessibility requirements

(A) construction type, adjacent occupancies, and sprinkler condition This question implies that the design process cannot proceed without some basic data that the interior designer might not otherwise have about a building. The most important pieces of information are construction type, adjacent occupancies, and sprinkler condition. Construction type could affect the maximum area of the client's proposed use and how the designer would have to detail shaft walls and structural enclosures. Adjacent occupancy groups would affect what rating the designer felt would be needed between the client's space and the existing spaces. Knowing whether or not a building is fully sprinklered would affect maximum allowable area, finishes, and other design and detailing decisions. Fire-zone classifications are generally irrelevant for interior design work. Accessibility requirements are necessary, but the requirements themselves do not relate to the building.

When developing adjacency requirements, the interior designer must consider (A) contacts between people, transfer of objects, and electronic information (B) outside contacts with service people and visitors, as well as internal contacts (C) shared equipment and transfer of objects between people (D) frequency of required contacts between people and transfer of objects

(A) contacts between people, transfer of objects, and electronic information There are three basic types of required adjacencies: those that require person-to-person contacts, those that require the transfer of objects, and those that require an electronic transfer of information. When person-to-person contact is required, two or more spaces must be physically located next to each other. When object transfer is required, the spaces need not be adjacent if the objects can be transported without one person physically handing something to another person. Electronic transfers can be done over any distance.

Important criteria for designing a lighting cove would include which of the following? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) cost (B) design intent (C) ergonomics (D) aesthetics (E) support framing (F) lighting level

(A) cost (B) design intent (D) aesthetics (F) lighting level A lighting cove is a form of indirect lighting that is built into recesses or ceiling valences and may be used as primary lighting or for aesthetic accent. Cost, design intent, aesthetics, and lighting levels are all important criteria an interior designer should consider when designing a lighting cove. However, it is not important to consider ergonomics for a design element that occupants do not physically use or come in direct contact with. Although the framing method would have to be detailed, this is not as important, as there are many ways to detail lighting coves.

An interior designer is preparing drawings for a tenant build-out. Which of the following items are required by the International Building Code (IBC) when submitting for a building permit? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) finish schedule or finish plan (B) architectural millwork details (C) all portions of the means of egress (D) custom furniture drawings (E) mechanical drawings (F) plan of interior space relative to entire floor or building

(A) finish schedule or finish plan (C) all portions of the means of egress (E) mechanical drawings (F) plan of interior space relative to entire floor or building The finish schedule or plan, means of egress, mechanical drawings, and interior space plan (among other items) are all required by the IBC to be submitted for review. Architectural millwork details and custom furniture drawings are seldom required.

An interior designer has been hired by a client to design an office space. The client tells the designer to use discount chairs in order to save money. The designer initially agrees that the style and comfort level of the chairs will be compatible with the other furniture the designer will be selecting. On further investigation, however, the designer discovers that the chairs do not meet required VOC limits or flammability standards. What should the designer do? (A) give the client documentation about the VOC and flammability standards, and tell the client that the designer cannot incorporate the chairs in the designs but will look for substitutes (B) suggest that the client try to find other chairs from the same discount source that will meet the VOC and flammability standards (C) accept use of the chairs (D) find substitute chairs as close as possible to the client's in cost but that meet the VOC and flammability standards

(A) give the client documentation about the VOC and flammability standards, and tell the client that the designer cannot incorporate the chairs in the designs but will look for substitutes The American Society of Interior Design (ASID) Code of Ethics requires that the interior designer consider the health, safety, and welfare of the public at all times. The designer should tell the client that the designer cannot use the chairs, and show the client the information to support this decision. Only then should the designer look for substitutes. The designer should not give the task of finding alternative chairs to the client. The client will not be aware of the safety requirements. To accept the chairs while disregarding the safety issues would be a clear violation of the Code of Ethics section Responsibility to the Client. Before the designer looks for substitute chairs that meet Business and International Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) standards, the designer should first explain to the client why the designer is taking this action.

A designer wants to emphasize one particular item in a client's retail store. Which of the following design features would BEST achieve this goal? (A) locating the item on a main circulation axis and highlighting it (B) arranging a grouping of several of the items among single pieces of the other items (C) having an oversized model of the item made for display near the entrance (D) putting the item on a brightly colored pedestal in its usual place in the store

(A) locating the item on a main circulation axis and highlighting it. Although all four options could emphasize the object, option A uses location, position, and lighting to focus attention on the item. Option C may be the next best choice, but depending on what the item is, making an oversized model may distort its image.

Which of the following schedules are MOST likely to be found on a set of interior design drawings? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) luminaire schedule (B) window schedule (C) door schedule (D) equipment schedule (E) millwork schedule (F) toilet accessory schedule

(A) luminaire schedule (C) door schedule (D) equipment schedule (E) millwork schedule Because windows are part of the architectural work in a building, a window schedule would not be found in a set of interior design drawings. Information on specific types of toilet accessories to be provided would be included in the specifications, not on the drawings.

An occupant load calculation has shown that an office suite requires a total of 71 in (1804 mm) of egress width and two exit access doors. In order to meet all International Building Code (IBC) and accessibility requirements, what are the minimum door widths that should be used? (A) one 36 in door and one 42 in door (914 mm and 1067 mm) (B) one 38 in door and one 34 in door (965 mm and 864 mm) (C) one 36 in door and one 44 in door (914 mm and 1118 mm) (D) two 36 in (914 mm) doors

(A) one 36 in door and one 42 in door (914 mm and 1067 mm) The combination of a 36 in (914 mm) and a 42 in (1067 mm) door provides a total of 72 in (1829 mm) (33 in + 39 in = 72 in) of clear width. These are the minimum door widths that will satisfy the 71 in (1804 mm) total egress width requirement. The required width for both egress doors and doors used for accessibility is the clear width, not the size of the door. Accessibility guidelines require a 32 in (813 mm) minimum clear width. The thickness of the door itself and the hinge space make the clear width for commercial door assemblies about 3 in (76 mm) less than the actual door width. A 36 in (914 mm) door has an actual clear opening of 33 in (838 mm). Therefore, a 34 in (864 mm) door (option B) cannot be used because the clear opening (about 31 in [787 mm]) would not be wide enough to comply with the accessibility requirements. The combination of a 36 in (914 mm) door and a 44 in (1118 mm) door (option C) would provide 74 in (1880 mm) of clear width (33 in + 41 in = 74 in), which would satisfy egress width requirements, but the problem statement asks for the minimum possible sizes. The combination of two 36 in (914 mm) doors (option D) would only provide 66 in (1676 mm) of clear width (33 in + 33 in = 66 in).

Exits are ALWAYS (A) protected by fire-resistance-rated construction (B) limited in length (C) constructed as either corridors or stairways (D) required to have a 2-hour rating

(A) protected by fire-resistance-rated construction Exits must always be protected by fire-resistance-rated construction. They are not limited in length. Exits may be as simple as exterior exit doors at ground level or may include exit enclosures for stairways. Depending on the building height, construction type, and passageway length, exits must have either a 1- or 2-hour rating.

The full extent of slab-to-slab partitions on a project is best shown on the (A) reflected ceiling plan (B) interior elevations (C) wall section details (D) finish plan

(A) reflected ceiling plan The reflected ceiling plan should show slab-to-slab partitions as well as ceiling-high partitions. Although this information is usually indicated on wall-section details and sometimes on interior elevations, the reflected ceiling plan is the one place where it is all shown at once in an obvious manner.

Which of the following generally include the MOST detailed information about doors? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) schedules (B) floor plans (C) enlarged floor plans (D) room elevations (E) specifications (F) shop drawings

(A) schedules (B) floor plans (E) specifications (F) shop drawings Floor plans reference the door schedule using a symbol and a number to represent each door. The door schedule is included on the project drawings and lists specific information about each door. The specifications define the characteristics of each of the specified door types and also contain the hardware schedule. Shop drawings from the door supplier also show detailed information about the doors. Although room elevations show doors, they do not convey important or detailed information about the doors. Enlarged floor plans are drawn for reasons other than to show door information.

An interior designer would minimize potential conflicts in the contract documents by doing which of the following? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) showing dimensions on only the drawings, not in the specifications (B) having someone who has not worked on the project check the drawings before they are issued (C) writing the project specifications after the drawings are completed (D) ensuring that terminology in the specifications matches the drawings' terminology (E) developing a new drawing sheet organization method to match the needs of each project (F) using a master specification

(A) showing dimensions on only the drawings, not in the specifications (B) having someone who has not worked on the project check the drawings before they are issued (D) ensuring that terminology in the specifications matches the drawings' (F) using a master specification

Which of the following is the BEST choice for safety glazing in a hazardous location? (A) tempered or laminated glass (B) tempered or wired glass (C) heat-strengthened glass or wired glass (D) laminated glass or wired glass

(A) tempered or laminated glass Only tempered and laminated glass are considered to be safety glazing because they meet the requirements of 16 CFR 1201. Although the 2012 edition of the International Building Code (IBC) does permit the use of wired glass that meets the requirements of ANSI Z97.1 in certain applications, the question does not specify this compliance. Furthermore, neither wired glass nor heat-strengthened glass meet the requirements of 16 CFR 1201.

What is the MOST important criterion for lighting a fabric showroom? (A) visual comfort probability (B) color rendering index (C) coefficient of utilization (D) apparent color temperature rating

(B) color rendering index In a fabric showroom, accurate color rendition is an important concern. Therefore, options B and D are the most likely choices. Although the color temperature rating of a lamp gives a general indication of the lamp's "whiteness," the color rendering index (or "CRI") is a more accurate indication of how appropriate a lamp is for a specific application.

An interior designer is creating a color-coding system for use in a housing facility for the elderly. Which of the following color combinations would be the MOST vivid and easily perceived? (A) a bright color against a background of a noncomplementary color (B) complementary colors of high saturation (C) highly saturated warm or cool colors next to a neutral gray (D) the primary colors and white

(B) complementary colors of high saturation Highly saturated complementary colors reinforce each other, so the second combination would create the highest contrast and be the easiest to see for people of all ages. Option D could be the next best combination, depending on how the colors and white were used. For example, a sign with yellow lettering on a white background would be very difficult to see.

On a remodeling project with new construction, including partitions, a demolition plan is necessary when (A) there is a complex mix of items to be removed and new construction (B) the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) requires a separate demolition plan (C) the sustainability plan requires recycling and reuse of removed items (D) the contractor requests it in order to speed construction and avoid mistakes

(A) there is a complex mix of items to be removed and new construction Demolition plans are typically included in the drawing set when the complexity of the project is such that trying to place all the information about elements to be removed and new work to be constructed on the construction floor plan would be too confusing. With a demolition plan, all the dimensions, notes, reference symbols, and other information normally found on a floor plan can be omitted, leaving just the items to be removed indicated with dashed lines, and existing construction to remain indicated with solid lines. Additional notes can be included indicating what items are to be reused or recycled, if necessary. Option B is incorrect because AHJs do not require demolition plans by themselves, only enough information to show the AHJ what is being removed and what is new construction, which can be shown on the construction plan. Option C is incorrect because a sustainability plan does not require a demolition plan for recycling or reuse, although it is a convenient way to convey this information. Option D is incorrect because contractors do not request the types of drawings produced by the interior designer.

Specifications can be made MOST concise by (A) using reference standard specifications (B) avoiding the use of such words as "a," "the," and "all" (C) using phrases instead of complete sentences (D) using descriptive specifications

(A) using reference standard specifications The methods in options B and C are useful in writing concise specifications but are not as good as using industry standards, which eliminate a great deal of text. Option D is incorrect because a descriptive specification requires lengthy text to fully and accurately describe what the specifier wants.

A designer has determined that a client needs about 8000 ft2 (740 m2) of usable office space. The leasing agent for the building says that the rentable-usable ratio will be 1.25. Approximately how much area should the interior designer recommend that the client lease? (A) 7500 ft2 (700 m2) (B) 10,000 ft2 (930 m2) (C) 10,700 ft2 (1000 m2) (D) 13,300 ft2 (1200 m2)

(B) 10,000 ft2 (930 m2) The rentable area is calculated by multiplying the usable area by the rentable-usable ratio. The usable area includes the net assignable area plus allowance for circulation, so no increase for this is required.

A 216 pitch carpet has (A) a pile height that is almost 1/4 in (6 mm) high (B) 8 surface yarns per inch (25 mm) (C) an equivalent gauge of 1/6 (D) a commercial-grade stitch rate

(B) 8 surface yarns per inch (25 mm) Pitch is the number of ends of surface yarn in a 27 in (686 mm)width. To convert this measurement to gauge (the spacing between stitches), divide 27 in (686 mm) into 216 stitches. This gives 8 stitches/in, or 8 surface yarns/in. The equivalent gauge, therefore, is 1/8.

Surface-mounted luminaires are MOST often used for which of the following reasons? (A) Some side and uplighting is desired. (B) There is not enough space above the ceiling. (C) They are easier and less expensive to install. (D) They are used as a design feature.

(B) There is not enough space above the ceiling Although all the choices are possible reasons for using surface-mounted luminaires, the lighting fixtures are most often employed when space is inadequate for recessing.

Which pair of performance tests should be specified for a custom-blended fabric that will be used in a recreation center's reception area? (A) vertical ignition and Fade-Ometer (B) Wyzenbeek and Fade-Ometer (C) Taber and Wyzenbeek (D) indentation load deflection and Taber

(B) Wyzenbeek and Fade-Ometer The three most important characteristics to assess in a custom-blended fabric that will be used in a public area are its wearability, flammability, and fade-resistivity. While any fabric can be treated to make it flame resistive, only testing can determine whether a custom fabric has sufficient wearability and fade-resistance for a specific use. The Wyzenbeek abrasion resistance test is commonly used to assess wearability, while the Fade-Ometer test is used to assess fade-resistance. A vertical ignition test is used with textiles and films, and an indentation load deflection test is used with cushioning, not fabric. The Wyzenbeek and Taber tests both assess wearability, so both would not be specified.

When specifying the method by which two veneer pieces are to be applied, the MOST pleasing result is usually obtained with a (A) balance match (B) book match (C) center match (D) slip match

(B) book match Of the options listed, only book matching and slip matching refer to the ways individual veneer pieces can be laid up next to each other. Of these two options, book matching is generally considered the preferred, most pleasing method. Balance matching and center matching refer to methods of applying veneers to panels.

A restaurant in an old building is undergoing remodeling. Which of the following existing building elements would have the MOST influence over the space plan for the proposed dining area? (A) loadbearing columns and interior walls (B) building dimensions (C) plumbing fixtures (D) decorative millwork and ornate lighting fixtures

(B) building dimensions Although all the options would influence the dining area's space plan, the actual building dimensions (which include the existing structural columns and walls) would determine whether the proposed dining area would even fit within the space available. This would be the most important element to determine well before thinking about plumbing, millwork, or lighting fixtures.

An interior designer is consulting with an architect for a new bariatric care facility. What does the interior designer need to be most concerned with? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) space for health care workers around the bed (B) chairs and other seating (C) integration of bariatric seating with standard seating (D) door sizes (E) equipment storage (F) bedside amenities such as refrigerators

(B) chairs and other seating (C) integration of bariatric seating with standard seating (E) equipment storage (F) bedside amenities such as refrigerators Chairs and other seating, integration of bariatric seating with standard seating, equipment storage for things such as mobility devices and lift devices, and bedside amenities are all within the area of knowledge and responsibility of the interior designer. Room size, which includes providing space for health care workers around a bed, and door sizes are aspects of the design that the architect is responsible for, not the interior designer.

An interior designer has drawn a floor plan of a large office space to a scale of ⅛ in = 1 ft 0 in (1:100) and determines that an enlarged floor plan of the toilet rooms needs to be included. What information should be shown on the enlarged floor plan that is not shown on the small-scale plans? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) room names and numbers (B) dimensions to centerlines of fixtures (C) door swings of toilet partitions (D) dimensions to walls within the toilet rooms (E) dimensions of toilet partitions (F) toilet accessories with a key to a schedule

(B) dimensions to centerlines of fixtures (D) dimensions to walls within the toilet rooms (E) dimensions of toilet partitions (F) toilet accessories with a key to a schedule On a small-scale plan, there is not enough room to include dimensions to fixtures, all the required wall dimensions, toilet partition dimensions, and keynotes for accessories, so these would be shown on the large-scale plan. Option A is incorrect because the room names and numbers are also shown on the small-scale plan. Option C is incorrect because the toilet partition door swings should also be shown on the small-scale plan.

What is the best source an interior designer could use to research the flammability and VOC ratings of several sofas the designer was considering specifying for a client? (A) BIFMA standards (B) each manufacturer's local representative (C) the internet (D) local showrooms that sell the sofas

(B) each manufacturer's local representative Manufacturers, dealers, and representatives are the most reliable sources of current information on specific products, including flammability and VOC (volatile organic compounds) ratings. However, while some manufacturer's web sites contain technical information on flammability and VOC ratings, it can be difficult to find, as most manufacturers are more interested in showing and selling their products than in providing technical information. Therefore, the best source of information is manufacturer's representative. The standards of the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) simply give the requirements that a particular type of furniture must meet. Local showrooms can sometimes provide technical information, but even they may have to contact the manufacturer's local representative.

An interior designer talking with a client could justify the use of bright colors in an elderly care facility by referring to (A) design theory (B) evidence from research (C) Gestalt psychology (D) historic precedent

(B) evidence from research To justify using bright colors in an elderly care facility, the interior designer could refer to evidence from research that suggests that bright colors have a positive effect on the health and well-being of the elderly. Using evidence from research to support a design decision is an example of evidence-based design. Design theory, Gestalt psychology, and historic precedent would not have much relevance to this particular design choice.

Which of the following information about gypsum wallboard partitions should be part of a project's specifications, not its drawings? (A) edge treatment (B) fastener spacing (C) stud depth (D) wallboard thickness

(B) fastener spacing Fastener spacing for wallboard and other panel products should either be listed or referenced as an industry standard in the project's specifications. Edge treatments, stud depths, and wallboard thicknesses are always part of a project's drawings.

Dimensions on interior design floor plans are commonly drawn from the (A) centerlines of partitions (B) finish faces of partitions (C) face of studs or structural walls (D) centerlines of structural walls and finish faces of partitions

(B) finish faces of partitions For interior design drawings, partitions are commonly dimensioned to the finished face of the wall. This is because the interior designer is most concerned with finishes and any critical dimensions that may exist between one partition and another. Option A is incorrect because dimensioning to the centerlines of partitions requires that the designer be aware of each partition's thickness and calculate the dimension accordingly, which can lead to errors in the desired size of the space. Option C is sometimes used by architects for the convenience of the contractor because it simplifies stud layout. However, this approach can result in slight errors in the desired finished size of a space, especially when the finish requires installation of additional furring or thick finish materials. Option D is incorrect because structural walls are dimensioned from their finished face, not their centerline. However, dimensions are typically made to the centerline of columns.

A designer has developed a new workstation layout for a large corporate client. The workstation is unlike anything the client has used previously. The designer could BEST communicate the design and functionality of the workstation by (A) developing large-scale plan views with details and large-scale elevations (B) having a full-scale mockup built that includes the actual workstation furniture being used (C) rendering a detailed perspective drawing with accompanying finish and material samples (D) commissioning a fully rendered, three-dimensional computer model that shows a "fly-through"

(B) having a full-scale mockup built that includes the actual workstation furniture being used Although any of the options listed could help describe the design, a full-scale mockup is the most effective way to show how the workstation would truly look and function. The client could not only view the mockup, but actually sit and move about in it to test its layout and design.

For a member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), which action is a clear violation of ASID Code of Ethics? (A) allowing the client to pay the designer with a part interest in the project instead of money (B) not disclosing that the interior designer has a financial interest in the building where the client's project will be located (C) as an employer, giving permission to an employee leaving the firm to take drawings on projects the employee worked on (D) sharing nonproprietary information about a project type with another allied professional

(B) not disclosing that the interior designer has a financial interest in the building where the client's project will be located According to the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Code of Ethics, in the section Responsibility to the Client, the designer must fully disclose to the client all compensation the designer will receive in connection with a project. The interior designer is allowed to offer services for any form of legal compensation. Having a financial interest in the project may not provide the designer with direct compensation, but it may affect the designer's judgment concerning how the project may be designed. An employee is allowed to take drawings, data, and other material, but only with the permission of the employer. According to the section Responsibility to the Profession, designers agree to encourage and contribute to the sharing of ideas and information. For example, it is acceptable for a designer to share his or her experience and knowledge of a particular project type with another designer who is working on a similar project.

Which of the following pairs of building code requirements is MOST critical for the interior designer to know before starting the preliminary space planning? (A) occupancy group and total floor area (B) number of exits and maximum distance to exits (C) allowable length of dead-end corridors and glazing requirements (D) occupant load and corridor construction requirements

(B) number of exits and maximum distance to exits Although there are many building code requirements that the designer needs to know before starting to plan, of the options given, only the number of exits and the maximum distance to exits are critical for preliminary space layout. Option A is incorrect because neither the occupancy group nor the floor area helps to suggest how the space should be laid out. Option C is incorrect because glazing requirements are not a critical element. Option D is incorrect because the details of corridor construction are not needed at this stage; only the corridor locations are needed.

Which of the following are the two main factors used to determine whether a space must have more than one exit? (A) travel distance and exit width (B) occupant load and occupancy (C) travel distance and occupant load (D) exit width and occupancy

(B) occupant load and occupancy The two main factors used to determine whether a space needs more than one exit are the occupancy and the occupant load. The occupancy is how the space is used (e.g., business, industrial, or residential). The occupant load is the maximum number of people that may occupy the space. If the occupant load exceeds the allowable value given in the International Building Code (IBC), then one or more additional exits will be needed. Though the occupant load and occupancy are the most important factors in determining how many exits a space must have, a third factor—the travel distance—is also considered. The travel distance is the measurable distance from a space's most remote occupiable point to the entrance of the nearest exit that serves it. If this distance exceeds the limits given in the IBC, a second exit will be required, even if the occupant load is within the allowable value given in the IBC. Exit width, however, is not a factor in determining a space's required number of exits.

Which of the following partition wall assemblies would be the least expensive to provide a 1-hour fire rating in a Type V-A building? (A) one layer of ⅝ in (16 mm) Type X gypsum board on each side of wood studs (B) one layer of ⅝ in (16 mm) Type X gypsum board on each side of metal studs (C) two layers of ½ in (13 mm) gypsum board on each side of metal studs (D) two layers of ⅝ in (16 mm) Type X gypsum board on each side of wood studs

(B) one layer of ⅝ in (16 mm) Type X gypsum board on each side of metal studs The basic assembly for a 1-hour-rated partition uses ⅝ in (16 mm) Type X gypsum wallboard on both sides of either wood or metal studs. In a Type V-A building, either type of stud can be used. However, metal stud framing is typically less expensive than wood framing. In order to achieve the desired rating, the partition must be constructed in accordance with an approved UL detail using the same combination of products and installation methods that has been tested in a laboratory and proven to have the desired fire resistance rating. Using wood studs with ⅝ in (16 mm) gypsum board on both sides of the wall would provide a 1-hour rating, but wood stud framing is typically more expensive than metal stud framing. Two layers of standard ½ in (13 mm) gypsum board on each side of the studs meets the requirements for a 1-hour partition even without being Type X, but it would cost more to install two layers than a single layer.

Which method of veneer cut results in the straightest grain possible from MOST species of trees? (A) half-round slicing (B) quarter slicing (C) flat slicing (D) rotary slicing

(B) quarter slicing Quarter slicing results in the straightest grain possible from most species of trees, as shown in the following illustration.

Which of the following normally shows the locations of exit signs? (A) floor plan (B) reflected ceiling plan (C) life safety plan (D) fire protection plan

(B) reflected ceiling plan Of the four plans given, only the reflected ceiling plan would normally show exit signs. Exit signs are shown on this plan so that their positions can be coordinated with those of other items on the ceiling. Exit signs are also shown on the electrical engineer's lighting plan, which indicates how they are powered and circuited to the emergency circuits.

When reviewing flooring materials to determine which options meet life safety and accessibility standards for slip resistance, the interior designer should (A) have the material tested (B) review the coefficient of friction (COF) (C) verify requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (D) study pertinent ASTM International standards

(B) review the coefficient of friction (COF) The COF is used to evaluate and specify flooring materials. This value expresses the degree of slip resistance of a flooring material. Although there are many variables that affect the slip resistance of a flooring material, and no one value is universally agreed upon for all situations, the COF is the one value that must be known. Currently, in the United States, American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard A137.1, American National Standards Specifications for Ceramic Tile, references one test, the DCOF AcuTest (DCOF stands for dynamic coefficient of friction). This requires that ceramic tile for level interior spaces expected to be walked upon when wet must have a minimum value equal to or greater than 0.42. However, this is just a starting point; the interior designer should consider the type of flooring material being evaluated, specific conditions of the space in which it will be used, expected maintenance procedures, and other project-specific variables to determine if a material with a higher COF should be specified. Option A is incorrect because it is likely the material will already have been tested to determine the COF. Option C is incorrect because current ADA and ABA (Architectural Barriers Act) requirements call for a slip-resistant surface for flooring without giving a specific value for the COF. Option D is incorrect because the ASTM International standards that still exist for slip resistance have been replaced with the ANSI A137.1 standard.

A client has asked a designer to create an intimate seating area for a hospital waiting room. Which of the following will be MOST important in achieving the client's goal? (A) pattern (B) scale (C) texture (D) color

(B) scale Manipulating scale through the physical placement of walls, ceilings, and other architectural elements is the strongest way to create the feeling of intimacy. The use of pattern, texture, and color, while important elements in setting a mood, will have little effect if the physical size of the space is too great.

What type of resilient flooring would be the BEST choice for a commercial kitchen? (A) 1/8 in (3 mm) commercial-grade vinyl tile (B) sheet vinyl (C) heavy-duty cork flooring (D) sheet rubber

(B) sheet vinyl Sheet vinyl minimizes the number of joints and is resistant to grease, oils, and water.

A college dormitory room shared by two people contains two identical sets of furnishings, symmetrically positioned. Which of the following psychological needs is this arrangement attempting to satisfy? (A) personal space (B) territoriality (C) group interaction (D) personalization

(B) territoriality Territoriality is the human need to lay claim to the space one occupies. The two sets of identical furnishings, organized around an imaginary (but perceived) line, divide the dormitory room into two equal territories. Each roommate could then personalize one of the territories.

In developing a signage system for a health care clinic, the designer decides that the room identification signs should be mounted perpendicular to the wall near the door to each room. Which of the following are of greatest concern in the design work? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) the color of the lettering and its background (B) that the amount the Braille lettering is raised above the surface (C) whether or not the width of the accessible route is reduced (D) the mounting height to the center of the sign (E) the use of the standard ADA font (F) whether or not the lettering is uppercase

(B) that the amount the Braille lettering is raised above the surface (C) whether or not the width of the accessible route is reduced (D) the mounting height to the center of the sign (F) whether or not the lettering is uppercase Barrier-free design requires that objects not protrude into the accessible path in such a way as to present a hazard. In addition, tactile signs must have a minimum 1/32 in (0.79 mm) raised surface, and accessible routes must not be reduced in width. Room identification signs must be in uppercase. The color is not critical as long as there is contrast between the lettering and the background. Fonts must be san serif or simple serif, but there is no standard ADA font. Refer to the following illustration.

Which of the following must have AT LEAST a Class III (or C) fire rating? (A) bookshelves (B) wainscoting (C) built-in base cabinets (D) door and window trim

(B) wainscoting Building codes generally require flame-spread classification for wall finishes only; this includes wainscoting. Other types of woodwork, such as bookshelves, cabinets, and door and window trim, do not require a particular fire rating.

What fabric would have the BEST appearance for the longest time when used in theater seating? (A) vinyl (B) wool-nylon blend (C) acrylic-acetate blend (D) cotton-rayon blend

(B) wool-nylon blend Theater seating requires a fabric that is resilient, durable, and flame retardant. The only combination that meets these requirements is the wool-nylon blend.

A residential design involves a bedroom, bath, and garage addition. At a minimum, the due diligence site investigation should include (A) neighborhood character and zoning setbacks (B) zoning setbacks and septic capacities (C) heating system capacity and neighborhood traffic (D) zoning height limitations and street characteristics

(B) zoning setbacks and septic capacities The most immediate concerns for an interior designer doing a residential addition project are the required zoning setbacks and the capacities of the sewer system. Neighborhood character, traffic, and street characteristics, though important in other ways, are not critical issues affecting the design.

In a fully sprinklered office building, how many sprinklers would be required in a room measuring 20 ft × 25 ft (6100 mm × 7620 mm)? (A) 2 sprinklers (B) 3 sprinklers (C) 4 sprinklers (D) 6 sprinklers

(C) 4 sprinklers The only way to locate sprinklers such that the maximum spacing between heads is 15 ft (4570 mm) and the maximum spacing from the walls is 7 1/2 ft (2285 mm) is to use four heads.

When doing design work for remodeling toilet rooms to make them accessible, the designer finds that it is impossible to provide adequate clearance on one side of a door. What is the BEST course of action? (A) Propose to the client that walls be demolished and replanned to provide the necessary clearances. (B) Apply to the building department for a variance because of the remodeling problem. (C) Specify a power-assisted door opener that meets accessibility standards and incorporate this into the design. (D) Suggest that a unisex toilet be built nearby that complies with all accessibility requirements.

(C) Specify a power-assisted door opener that meets accessibility standards and incorporate this into the design. The solution that is least expensive and most sensitive to accessibility requirements is to provide a power-assisted door opener.

A designer wants to give visual weight to a sofa. Which of the following color combinations would be the BEST choice for the sofa and the surrounding walls? (A) a hue with a dark value for the sofa and a slightly lighter value for the walls (B) any light-colored hue for the sofa and a color with a dark value for the walls (C) a color with a warm hue and a dark value for the sofa and a much lighter color for the walls (D) a light, cool color for the sofa and a color of similar value and hue for the walls

(C) a color with a warm hue and a dark value for the sofa and a much lighter color for the walls Warm colors tend to advance, and darker values tend to make objects look heavier. This makes a sofa with a warm hue and dark value (option C) the best choice, especially when the sofa can be contrasted with a much lighter background. A light-colored sofa contrasted with a much darker background (option B) is the next best choice; however, option C is the best choice to make the sofa appear heavier.

It is essential that sample boards include (A) color photographs of the furniture (B) a floor plan showing where each item will be used (C) actual samples of the materials (D) manufacturers' product data sheets

(C) actual samples of the materials Only an actual sample can accurately convey a material's finish, color, and texture. It can be helpful to include the other three items as well, but actual material samples are essential.

Composite wood veneers can be used (A) to improve the appearance of book matching (B) as a substitute for HPDL (C) as a "green" alternate to standard wood veneers (D) to increase the yield of veneer from a log

(C) as a "green" alternate to standard wood veneers Composite wood veneer is an artificial product that uses readily available and fast-growing renewable trees to make veneers that are stained and reformed into an artificial log that is then sliced to produce new veneer. It is considered a sustainable or "green" product.

When considering the safety of smooth flooring materials, the interior designer should (A) specify materials with a rough finish (B) require that the dynamic coefficient of friction have a value of 0.42 or greater (C) consider the values given by the DCOF AcuTest as well as other variables (D) use the coefficient of friction values and recommendations of ASTM C1028

(C) consider the values given by the DCOF AcuTest as well as other variables The slip resistance of flooring is measured using the DCOF AcuTest. This is the designated test procedure of the Tile Council of North America. It measures the dynamic coefficient of friction (DCOF) using a standard lubricant on ceramic tile. Other materials may respond differently. Variables that can affect safety include shoe material and the degree of its wear, the presence and nature of surface contaminants, a person's weight, the angle of impact, stride length, the wear of the flooring material, and whether the floor is flat or inclined. All these factors should be taken into account when specifying a flooring material. The DCOF value of 0.42 is the recommended minimum value for ceramic tile as contained in American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Standard A137.1, Specifications for Ceramic Tile. While this is a good starting point, the designer should consider other variables that can affect the safety of the floor. Simply specifying a rough finish may not be enough, as the definition of "rough" is ambiguous. The test in ASTM Standard C1082 is no longer used and has been withdrawn.

An interior designer is developing a floor plan for a new tenant in an existing office space and will reuse a number of existing partitions to meet LEED reusability requirements. What notation should the interior designer use on the demolition plan to clearly distinguish partitions to be removed from partitions to be reused? (A) solid lines for partitions being removed and dashed lines for partitions being reused (B) solid lines for partitions being removed and solid black fill for partitions being reused (C) dashed lines for partitions being removed and solid lines for partitions being reused (D) dashed lines for partitions being reused and solid black fill for partitions being removed

(C) dashed lines for partitions being removed and solid lines for partitions being reused On a demolition plan, dashed lines most commonly represent materials being removed and solid lines (or solid black fill) represent materials being reused.

When visiting a job site, the interior designer notices that a handrail appears to be out of place. When measuring it, the designer finds the top of the handrail to be 39½ in (1003 mm) above the nosing. In what direction and how far should the designer tell the contractor to move the handrail? (A) up by ½ in (13 mm) (B) down by 1½ in (38 mm) (C) down by 3½ in (89 mm) (D) down by 6 in (152 mm)

(C) down by 3½ in (89 mm) The International Building Code (IBC) and accessibility requirements state that handrails must be 34 in to 38 in (864 mm to 965 mm) high, as measured from the nosing. Moving the handrail down 3½ in (89 mm) and locating its top at the 36 in (915 mm) position places it within the required limits and allows the contractor some tolerance in repositioning it. Moving it up by ½ in (13 mm) to 40 in (1016 mm) (option A) would make the handrail too high. Moving it down 6 in (89 mm) to 33½ in (851 mm) (option B) would make it too low. Although moving the handrail down 1½ in (38 mm) (option D) would technically place the handrail in an acceptable position, the top of the handrail would be at the upper limit of the allowable measurements, and this placement would not allow for any misalignment or tolerance.

Which of the following items does NFPA 701 relate to? (A) wallcoverings (B) fabrics (C) draperies (D) floor coverings

(C) draperies NFPA 701, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame-Propagation of Textiles and Films, establishes testing procedures for window treatments. This is also known as FR 701, so the important thing is to recognize the 701 designation.

The primary advantage of an oblique drawing is that (A) it shows the most realistic view of an object (B) all three axes are drawn at the same scale (C) existing orthographic drawings can be used as a starting point (D) it shows foreshortened lines and planes accurately

(C) existing orthographic drawings can be used as a starting point An oblique drawing has one of its planes parallel to the picture plane, so an existing floor plan or elevation can be used as the starting point. The third dimension is then represented by project lines at any convenient angle. Perspective is the most realistic view of an object. In an oblique drawing, one of the axes must be drawn at a different scale so the drawing does not look distorted. In an oblique view, foreshortened lines are still distorted.

The three parts of a means of egress include the (A) public way, exit, and exit access (B) public way, exit access, and corridor (C) exit access, exit, and exit discharge (D) exit, exit enclosure, and exit discharge

(C) exit access, exit, and exit discharge There are three parts to a building's means of egress, or exit path, which go from the least protected to the most protected. The exit access (e.g., room, aisle, hallway, or ramp) leads to the exit. Depending on occupancy and construction type, the exit access may or may not be protected. The exit (e.g., exterior exit door, exit enclosure for stairs, or exit passageway) provides a protected path of egress between the exit access and the exit discharge. It must always be protected by fire-resistance-rated construction. The exit discharge (e.g., exterior exit stairway, exit court, or exterior exit balcony) is the portion of the egress system between the termination of the exit and a public way. The discharge must be unobstructed, sprinklered, and clearly visible from the exit termination point.

An interior designer is developing plans for the ceiling in a 25,000 ft2 (2323 m2) corporate office. The program calls for the office space to consist of 70% closed offices and rooms and 30% open office space. The program has also specified that the operation of the company changes frequently, requiring rearrangement of personnel teams and project organizations. Assuming a relocatable partition system is used, which type of ceiling system should the interior designer recommend to the client? (A) custom track system (B) 60 in (1524 mm) lay-in acoustical grid (C) integrated ceiling system (D) narrow bar exposed T-bar system

(C) integrated ceiling system Integrated ceiling systems are proprietary suspended systems designed to accommodate ceiling tile, lights, supply air devices, return air grilles, sprinklers, and other ceiling-mounted elements, as well as partition attachment. Such a system can easily provide for frequent changes in room configuration with accompanying changes in lighting and HVAC layout. Designing and manufacturing a custom track system would be very expensive and unnecessary for one job, as there are other available products. A 60 in (1524 mm) lay-in acoustical grid would only work with a demountable partitions system, and while such a system provides for changes, it is more expensive that an integrated ceiling system, which also provides for easy changes to mechanical and electrical components. A narrow bar exposed T-bar system is simply a type of grid system and does not make changes easier.

The BEST way to gather programming information from workers in a large office is through (A) observation (B) questionnaires (C) interviews (D) benchmarks

(C) interviews Client interviews are one of the best ways to gather valuable information about the needs and wants of a given population. Interviews combine targeted question-and-answer sessions with observation and extemporaneous exploration of issues. Observation alone only shows what currently exists and not what may be needed. Questionnaires can be useful, but people only respond to specific questions, and it is difficult to ensure the questionnaires are completed accurately. Benchmarks are average data about a given topic, such as the typical area of an office, and are not an information-gathering technique.

A perspective drawing is the BEST type of drawing to use when presenting to a client because it (A) is the quickest method of rendering space (B) most accurately shows vertical dimensions relative to the viewer (C) is most like the way space and objects are actually perceived (D) offers the widest choice of viewpoints

(C) is most like the way space and objects are actually perceived A perspective drawing gives the most realistic view of three-dimensional space on two-dimensional media. It will be effective and clear even if the client is not experienced in interpreting architectural drawings.

What existing condition in a building would MOST affect the cost of a new interior design? (A) location of exits (B) limited views and daylight (C) lack of a sprinkler system (D) remote location of an electrical closet

(C) lack of a sprinkler system A sprinkler system is governed by local building codes and affects many aspects of planning, exiting, materials use, and finishes. The lack of a sprinkler system can affect egress layout, finishes, and requirements for fire-rated construction, all in ways that would increase design costs and make specific design features necessary. While each of the other three factors is important, the location of exits would affect the design cost less than the lack of a sprinkler system, and neither the limited views and daylight nor the remote electrical closet would affect the design cost significantly.

Information concerning limitations on the use of a product can BEST be obtained from the (A) building code official who inspects the product (B) specialty contractor who installs the product (C) manufacturer who makes the product (D) trade association representing the product type

(C) manufacturer who makes the product Every manufacturer knows the limitations of its products and should be consulted when one of its products is going to be used in a specific, special situation that the interior designer knows about. Although the other three sources may be consulted for additional information, only the manufacturer knows the limitations of a product.

Which test is MOST frequently used to evaluate carpet in the United States? (A) flooring radiant panel test (B) Steiner tunnel test (C) methenamine pill test (D) methods of fire tests of building construction and materials

(C) methenamine pill test All carpet manufactured or sold in the United States is required to pass the methenamine pill test. The flooring radiant panel test is used for corridor flooring and types of flooring in only a few occupancies. The Steiner tunnel test can be used, but it is not a realistic test on carpet because the material is tested on top of the tunnel.

A designer is developing a space plan for a full floor tenant in a high-rise building. The designer needs to know which of the following to determine the maximum travel distance allowed by the IBC? (A) construction type and height of the building (B) occupancy classification and whether the design involves an exit or exit access (C) occupancy classification and whether the building is sprinklered (D) construction type and whether the building is sprinklered

(C) occupancy classification and whether the building is sprinklered To determine the maximum travel distance (described in Sol. 54) allowed by the International Building Code (IBC), the designer must know the occupancy classification and whether or not the building is sprinklered. Travel distance is part of the exit access (described in Sol. 52) and is usually not protected. Therefore, the IBC limits the distance occupants must cross to safely exit. The maximum allowable distance is greater in sprinklered buildings than in unsprinklered buildings.

Division 05 of the MasterFormat system includes which of the following? (A) doors (B) wall finishes (C) ornamental metal (D) architectural woodwork

(C) ornamental metal Ornamental metalwork is included in Division 05, "Metals," in the MasterFormat system. Doors are specified in Division 08, "Openings." Wall finishes are included in Division 09, "Finishes," and architectural woodwork is contained in Division 06, "Woods, Plastics, and Composites."

For the most durable wood finish, which of the following finish types should be specified? (A) lacquer (B) penetrating oil (C) polyurethane (D) varnish

(C) polyurethane Polyurethane and polyester are both very durable, synthetic finishes.

Which of the following interior design services is normally performed during a project's contract documents phase? (A) coordinating the consultant contracts (B) performing a code review (C) preparing furniture drawings (D) reviewing shop drawings

(C) preparing furniture drawings Furniture drawings are prepared during a project's contract documents phase. The consultant contracts should be coordinated early in the project—either before the project is begun or during the schematic design phase. A code review should be performed during the schematic design and design development phase. Shop drawings are reviewed during the contract administration phase.

An interior designer is creating the design concept for a home. In addition to satisfying the program and meeting the specific needs of the client, the designer would typically be MOST responsive to the influence of (A) economic conditions (B) cultural attitudes (C) regionalism (D) symbolism

(C) regionalism Typically, designers are influenced by regionalism, which is the idea that the design of a home should reflect the unique characteristics of its geographical region. This can be accomplished while still responding to the unique needs and spatial requirements of the client.

Which of the following major areas is included in the ASID Code of Ethics but not in the IIDA Code of Ethics? (A) responsibility to the public (B) responsibility to the profession (C) responsibility to the employer (D) responsibility to other interior designers and colleagues

(C) responsibility to the employer The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Code of Ethics has a section titled Responsibility to the Employer that the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Code of Ethics does not. This section outlines the ethical relationship between the employer and the employee. For example, a designer (as an employee) cannot disclose any confidential information obtained during the course of his or her employment without the permission of both the client and the employer.

What should be called out on cabinet drawings to ensure the BEST fit and appearance next to existing construction? (A) reveals around all edges (B) spacers at cabinet backs (C) scribe pieces at cabinet edges (D) blocking, where necessary

(C) scribe pieces at cabinet edges A scribe piece is ideal in this case because it can be trimmed in the field so the edge of a cabinet or countertop can exactly fit the irregularities of the wall, which are common when working with existing construction. A reveal can only be useful in this case if the designer specifies that the piece can be scribed to fit. Otherwise, it is a recessed piece that will likely be perfectly straight and therefore may result in gaps between the cabinet and the irregular wall. Blocking and spacers are not directly related to fit and appearance of cabinets next to existing construction. Cabinets are constructed so only the frames and edges touch existing construction; the backs of cabinets are constructed to stand out from the wall by a small amount. A spacer is a small, thin piece of wood placed between the back of the cabinet and the wall at fastener locations to prevent the cabinet back from bowing outward when a fastener is used to attach the cabinet to the wall. Blocking is used inside a wall to provide a solid piece of construction to which the cabinet can be fastened.

A library is being designed to occupy only one portion of a building, and a complete set of drawings is available for the building. What information would be the MOST important to obtain from the field survey? (A) locations of structural elements (B) existing natural light sources (C) sources of noise within the building (D) locations and capacities of electrical power

(C) sources of noise within the building It is very likely that information concerning the other three matters would be available from a good, complete set of construction drawings. A field survey would be most necessary to determine what sources of noise exist and their magnitudes.

What type of wall treatment would be appropriate for an office waiting room where durability and low cost are required? (A) fabric wallcovering (B) thin stone tiles (C) vinyl wallcovering (D) wood veneer paneling

(C) vinyl wallcovering Of the options listed, vinyl wallcovering offers the best balance of low cost and durability. Either a Type II or Type III wallcovering could be selected based on the project budget and the amount of durability required. Depending on the type of material selected, fabric wallcovering can be expensive and will not provide protection from people and furniture rubbing against it. Thin stone tiles are durable but are more expensive per square foot than vinyl wallcovering. Wood veneer paneling can be a durable wall treatment but costs more than vinyl.

Which type of sink is BEST for barrier-free design? (A) vanity (B) pedestal (C) wall hung (D) free standing

(C) wall hung All the sink installations listed as possible options can work if they meet the measurement requirements shown in the following illustration, but a wall-hung lavatory gives the most open access, usually exceeding the minimum requirements.

Window treatments should be specified in which MasterFormat division? (A) 08 (B) 09 (C) 10 (D) 12

(D) 12 Division 12, "Furnishings," of the MasterFormat system includes window treatments, as well as furniture, accessories, and art. Division 08 is "Openings," Division 09 is "Finishes," and Division 10 is "Specialties."

Drawings for a single floor in a high-rise building containing commercial office spaces would MOST likely use what form of sheet notation? (A) 1, 2, 3, 4, and so on (B) A1, A2, A3, A4, and so on (C) A1.1, A1.2, A2.1, A2.2, and so on (D) A23.1, A23.2, A23.3, A23.4, and so on

(D) A23.1, A23.2, A23.3, A23.4, and so on High-rise building drawings commonly include the floor number as part of the sheet number so it is clear to everyone on the project team (including the building owner or manager) what floor the plan and other drawings refer to. The sheet number also indicates who created the drawings: interior designer (A), structural engineer (S), mechanical engineer (M), electrical engineer (E), and so on. The correct notation indicates that the drawings were created by the interior designer and are referring to the 23rd floor

One basic theory about how inherent human motivation acts as a psychological influence on socialization and design is (A) behavior setting theory (B) proxemics (C) McClelland's human motivation theory (D) Maslow's hierarchy of needs

(D) Maslow's hierarchy of needs Maslow's conceptual model is based on an inherent hierarchy of needs, as shown in the figure. The hierarchy ranges from the most basic deficiency needs, such as the need for food, water, and minimal bodily comforts, to higher-level needs, such as the need for belonging, the need for aesthetic satisfaction, and the need for self-actualization. The ability to satisfy these needs can affect a person's activities and interactions with their environment. According to behavior setting theory, there are definable boundaries and objects in which a standing pattern of behavior occurs at a particular time. These patterns of behavior are useful for connecting human activity with the effects of the physical environment. Proxemics describes how people use space as a specialized elaboration of culture. This theory also deals with issues such as spacing between people, territoriality, and the organization of space. McClelland's theory states that every person has one of three main driving motivators: the need for achievement, the need for affiliation, or the need for power. These motivators are developed through learning and development rather than being inherent in a person's nature.

In which building type are fire-resistive construction requirements likely to be LEAST restrictive? (A) Type I (B) Type II (C) Type III (D) Type IV

(D) Type IV The most restrictive building type is Type I, while the least restrictive is Type IV.

An interior designer is selecting luminaires and lamp sources to illuminate the waiting area of a medical clinic for which the furniture and finishes have been selected. In order to maintain the most accurate color rendition of the furniture and finishes, what is the best approach for selecting the lamps? (A) Select those with the highest color rendering index (CRI). (B) Analyze the correlated color temperature (CCT) of the lamps. (C) Review the spectral energy distribution curves. (D) View the samples under each lamp being considered.

(D) View the samples under each lamp being considered. Because there are so many variables that affect the interaction of light sources and the objects they are illuminating, the best way to evaluate a specific situation is to look at samples of the specified materials and finishes under the specific light sources under consideration. There are typically several different colors of finishes and furniture fabrics in any given space, and while one type of lamp may render one color perfectly, it may shift the apparent color of another. Only by observing all the object colors under different lamps can the interior designer select the one that provides the best overall balance. Option A is incorrect because the CRI is only a measure of how well one light source renders color compared to a reference source. While generally speaking, the higher the CRI the better, two light sources can have the same CRI but entirely different chromaticities, and therefore render the same color differently. Option B would be the second-best way to evaluate lamps because the CCT would suggest whether the light source would enhance or dull the object color. For example, a lamp with a low color temperature and more blue components, like a cool-white fluorescent lamp, would render reds dull and washed out. As the question asks for the best way to select the lamps, option B is incorrect. Option C is incorrect because the spectral energy distribution curves would show only what colors predominate, and, like using the CCT, would give only an approximation of adequate color rendering.

The flame-spread rating of wood panel wainscoting must be (A) a minimum of class A (B) class B if the wainscoting takes up more than 10% of the wall area (C) nothing, because it is not regulated (D) based on location and occupancy

(D) based on location and occupancy Wood wall finishes of paneling or wainscoting are regulated in the same way as other wall and ceiling finishes. The minimum flame-spread rating depends on the occupancy and the location in the building.

The BEST way to avoid fabric slippage over a cushion would be to specify (A) a heavy fabric pulled tightly over the cushion (B) a high-density foam cushion with an interlinear (C) rounded corners with welts (D) channeling

(D) channeling Channeling is a method of attaching fabric to a cushion and direct attachment is the best way to avoid slippage. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is an example of a (A) constituency-based organization (B) cause-based organization (C) knowledge-based organization (D) combination of constituency-based, cause-based, and knowledge-based organization

(D) combination of constituency-based, cause-based, and knowledge-based organization American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is organized to serve its members (constituency-based), engage in political advocacy such as licensing (cause-based), and provide continuing education with seminars, conventions, and other activities (knowledge-based).

A designer is developing a large, multilevel retail space with a variety of finishes, lighting, and fixture types. How can the designer BEST communicate the design to the client if cost is not a factor? (A) draw several quick sketches of the space from different points of view (B) make a large-scale model with representations of the finishes applied (C) color a detailed perspective rendering as accurately as possible (D) commission a fully rendered 3-D computer model that can show a "fly-through"

(D) commission a fully rendered 3-D computer model that can show a "fly-through" When cost is not a factor, the designer can best communicate the design of a complex space by commissioning a fully rendered 3-D computer model that can show a "fly-through." With this capability, the model can show the variety of finishes, lighting, and fixture types on all levels of the large, multilevel retail space from different points of view. The other methods (i.e., sketches, large-scale models, and detailed perspective renderings) can also communicate designs to clients. They are less thorough than 3-D models, but may be preferable when cost is a factor.

What type of system would be MOST appropriate in a large commercial remodeling project where a decorative acoustical ceiling and plenum access are required? (A) integrated (B) linear metal strip (C) gypsum wallboard (D) concealed spline

(D) concealed spline Plenum access precludes the use of gypsum wallboard for the ceiling unless many access panels were used, which is costly and can become unsightly with use. Both integrated ceilings and linear metal strip ceilings provide for some access, but their cost in a large commercial project would not be warranted. An integrated ceiling may be a good choice, but the question does not give enough information about the parameters of the problem to make this a reasonable option.

The model number and color of a piece of furniture would commonly be found on (A) the furniture plan (B) the furniture schedule only (C) the specifications only (D) either a furniture schedule or the specifications

(D) either a furniture schedule or the specifications The furniture plan typically contains only a code number for each piece of furniture. This code number refers either to a schedule on the drawings or to the specifications, where detailed information is listed, such as the furniture's manufacturer, model number, color, finish, and so on.

In the five-step programming process outlined by the book Problem Seeking, the fifth step is to state the problem. What is the order of the first four steps? (A) determine needs, collect and analyze facts, uncover and test concepts, establish goals (B) collect and analyze facts, determine needs, establish goals, uncover and test concepts (C) uncover and test concepts, establish goals, determine needs, collect and analyze facts (D) establish goals, collect and analyze facts, uncover and test concepts, determine needs

(D) establish goals, collect and analyze facts, uncover and test concepts, determine needs The book Problem Seeking states that establishing goals is the critical first step in the five-step process because it sets the direction for the other four steps, which are collecting and analyzing facts, uncovering and testing concepts, determining needs, and stating the problem.

Understanding a client's sustainability goals when looking for office space will help the interior designer (A) determine if the project can be LEED certified (B) review the energy conservation of the mechanical system (C) determine if the building can be located in a brownfield site (D) focus site analyses on features that support sustainable design

(D) focus site analyses on features that support sustainable design Understanding a client's sustainability goals is important so that the designer can assist the owner in finding and choosing a project site that supports these goals. For example, a building in a crowded urban area will have limited natural light. If using natural light is one of the client's goals, then the interior designer may suggest the client look at another building or location where natural light is more available.

When coordinating the location of emergency warning systems consisting of audio and visual alarms as part of the reflected ceiling layout, the interior designer must coordinate with the (A) electrical contractor (B) electrical engineer (C) fire protection engineer (D) mechanical engineer

(D) mechanical engineer The mechanical engineer is responsible for locating and specifying the alarm devices required. The interior designer is responsible for coordinating the location of the warning systems on the reflected ceiling plan within the parameters of the life safety and building codes. Accessibility codes require that both visual and audible alarms be provided. Audible alarms must produce a sound that exceeds the prevailing sound level in the room or space by at least 15 dB. Visual alarms must be flashing lights that have a flashing frequency of about 1 cycle/sec. The electrical contractor, electrical engineer, and fire protection engineer are involved with these warning systems only to the extent that they provide connections between the electrical system and the alarm devices.

The two MOST important factors in determining the number of exits required for a particular room or space are the (A) occupancy and the distance from the room exit to the building exit (B) exit widths and the common path of egress travel (C) occupant load and the building size (D) occupancy and the occupant load

(D) occupancy and the occupant load The occupancy and occupant load are used to determine the number of exits.

Which type of lighting would BEST enhance the appearance of a rough, plastered wall? (A) fluorescent cove uplighting on all four sides of the room (B) decorative chandeliers near the wall (C) track lighting near the center of the room, aimed at the wall (D) recessed incandescents close to the wall

(D) recessed incandescents close to the wall A grazing light from a point source close to the wall would best emphasize the wall's texture. The other types of lighting would appear to flatten the wall's surface.

When specifying a specialty flooring material, the interior designer can obtain unbiased information on the hazards of a cleaning agent required for maintenance from the (A) cleaning agent manufacturer (B) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) (C) flooring manufacturer (D) safety data sheet

(D) safety data sheet Although the cleaning agent manufacturer would provide warnings about the health effects of its products, the most unbiased source is the safety data sheet. The flooring manufacturer would only list the recommended cleaning agents and not be responsible for detailing potential hazards of the cleaning agent itself. The EPA does not have information about individual cleaning products; it would only have information about the base chemicals that would be constituent parts.

Which of the following should an interior designer FIRST take into account when designing a church's interior? (A) cultural attitudes (B) proxemics (C) regionalism (D) symbolism

(D) symbolism Religious beliefs and ceremony are strongly connected with the use of symbols; therefore, an interior designer should first take symbolism into account. While cultural attitudes, proxemics, and regionalism could also be incorporated into the design concept, symbolism has the strongest relevance.

Interior designers can continue to develop their knowledge, serve their community, and enhance their professional development by (A) participating in trade association work (B) volunteering in the community (C) serving on design review boards (D) teaching or mentoring young professionals

(D) teaching or mentoring young professionals Teaching is an excellent way for interior designers to share their knowledge as well as gaining knowledge. Teaching also helps in the development of students and professionals and in serving the community. The other options listed can be valuable ways to get involved outside of the office, but teaching offers all three possibilities.

Proxemics would be MOST helpful to a designer who is deciding on the (A) size of a doctor's examination room (B) location of the office of the president within an office suite (C) size and shape of a conference table (D) type and spacing of seating in an audiovisual presentation room

(D) type and spacing of seating in an audiovisual presentation room Proxemics is the study of personal space needs and the application of that knowledge to actual space planning. Of the four options, determining the design of seating where people will be very close to each other is the situation where proxemics would be most helpful.

80. The most naturally fire-resistant untreated fabric is (A) acrylic (B) cotton (C) nylon (D) wool

(D) wool Wool is the most fire-resistant natural fiber. Cotton is the most flammable unless it is treated.

B. is a bubble diagram. These diagrams are often used to indicate required adjacencies and priorities among relationships. Although a bubble diagram is often derived from the matrix chart shown in option A, the bubble diagram is better for showing relationships just before space planning. The relative sizes and positions of the bubbles indicate spatial relationships and sizes of the various spaces needed.

4. Which of the diagrams shown is best suited for making a record of required space relationships just before initial space planning?

(A) 394 occupants From the table, mercantile areas have an occupant load of 60 ft2 (5.6 m2) per occupant. An assembly area without fixed seats of unconcentrated use has an occupant load of 15 ft2 (1.4 m2). A stock room has an occupant load of 300 ft2 (27.9 m2) per occupant.

A clothing store located on the ground floor contains 15,000 ft2 (1394 m2) of retail area, a 2000 ft2 (186 m2) space for fashion shows for a seated audience with small cocktail tables, and a 3000 ft2 (279 m2) stock room. Using the table shown, determine the total occupant load. (A) 394 occupants (B) 434 occupants (C) 546 occupants (D) 660 occupants

(A) living room (D) laundry (E) dining room An adjacency matrix, or affinity matrix, is a way of graphically representing which spaces should be adjacent to one another. This simple diagram is read by following the lines representing the spaces, to the box at which they meet. If there is a closed (black) dot in the box, the rooms should be adjacent to one another. If the dot is open (white), the spaces have some relationship but need not be adjacent. Where the box is empty, there is no direct or indirect adjacency requirement that needs to be met.

According to the affinity matrix shown, to which rooms must the kitchen be adjacent? (Choose the three that apply.) (A) living room (B) study (C) media room (D) laundry (E) dining room (F) master bedroom

(C) standard tile in 2 ft × 2 ft (610 mm × 610 mm) standard T-bar The standard tile in a 2 ft × 2 ft (610 mm × 610 mm) standard T-bar grid provides a similar aesthetic and reduces the cost enough to conform to the construction budget (15,000 ft2 × $0.60 savings/ft2 = $9000 savings). The cost for each system needs to be calculated to determine which alternative will reduce the price of the system by at least $6000. However, first the interior designer needs to identify which system(s) will meet the owner's requirement of maintaining the specified acoustical performance and will provide a similar aesthetic. The drywall alternate clearly differs from the grid aesthetic and would not provide the sound-absorbing qualities of an acoustical tile ceiling, so this is an inappropriate choice. The 2 ft × 4 ft (610 mm × 1220 mm) grid system would save the most money, but does not provide the same aesthetic as a 2 ft × 2 ft (610 mm × 610 mm) grid. The 2 ft × 2 ft (610 mm × 610 mm) narrow grid ceiling would comply with the acoustical performance requirements, but would only save $3000 (15,000 ft2 × $0.20 savings/ft2 = $3000 savings)

An interior designer has received a construction cost estimate for an acoustical ceiling system. The area of the ceiling is 15,000 ft2 (1394 m2). The estimate is $6000 over the budget. The owner requests that the currently specified 2 ft × 2 ft (610 mm × 610 mm) grid with tegular tiles be replaced with a less expensive system while maintaining acoustical qualities and a similar aesthetic. The contractor has provided pricing for alternative ceiling systems as shown in the matrix. Based on this pricing information and knowledge of the acoustical properties of each of these types of assemblies, which alternate system should the interior designer recommend to the client? (A) drywall with level 4 finish (B) standard tile in 2 ft × 2 ft (610 mm × 610 mm) narrow grid (C) standard tile in 2 ft × 2 ft (610 mm × 610 mm) standard T-bar (D) standard tile in 2 ft × 4 ft (610 mm × 1220 mm) narrow grid

(C) exploring and presenting alternatives for design concepts This diagram is a sketch of a design concept as one possible alternative to satisfy a programmatic concept for the design of a retail store. In this example the programmatic concept might have been: Provide a medium level of security to protect against theft of merchandise without making the security methods obvious. This diagram represents one possible design concept that the designer could use to begin design on a cash/wrap station at the entry and exit point to the store. This way clerks could sell merchandise and also observe people coming and going. If this concept was accepted by the client, it could further be designed in any number of configurations, shapes, and materials. It is unlikely that a drawing like this would be used as a note from a client meeting. This illustration also does not show a "fact" of the program: a fact-based diagram would probably show an arrow with the number of people that coming in the shop daily. It is also not a programmatic concept as described above.

During programming, what would the diagram shown be used for? (A) recording notes from a client design meeting (B) showing an analysis of one of the facts of the program (C) exploring and presenting alternatives for design concepts (D) presenting part of a summary of a programmatic concept

(A) help the designer present data for adjacencies and area The diagram shown is an adjacency block diagram. It shows both the desired adjacencies (like a bubble diagram) and the relative sizes of spaces (like an area diagram) in a simple block form. An adjacency block diagram helps the designer visualize how the various spaces must be organized, without ancillary spaces such as corridors, mechanical rooms, and the like. The division of spaces in zones would already have been determined in the program. The maximum floor areas would be determined by the program listing. A stacking diagram would be a separate graphic and not necessarily related to this.

During the preliminary planning phase, the diagram shown would be used to (A) help the designer present data for adjacencies and area (B) show the client which programmed spaces belong in this zone (C) determine maximum floor areas on a building floor (D) begin the process for developing a stacking diagram

(C) on the door schedule

In the drawing shown, where else would the capital letters under each elevation be found? (A) with the frame details (B) in the specifications (C) on the door schedule (D) on the hardware schedule

(C) reduce sound transmission The device shown is a proprietary acoustic clip, which is used to provide resiliency of the gypsum wallboard mounted to it, thereby reducing the transmission of vibrations (sound) through the partition. In order to minimize reverberation or increase the SAA (which is also known as the noise reduction coefficient [NRC]), some type of absorptive material would be required instead of the hard-surface gypsum wallboard shown, so options A and B are incorrect. Although this construction assembly could decrease impact noise (option D), such noise transmission is commonly related to floor-ceiling construction rather than partition wall assemblies, and is not the primary purpose of using this type of clip.

In the illustration shown, the purpose of the device in the vertical partition section is to (A) minimize reverberation (B) increase the sound absorption average (SAA) (C) reduce sound transmission (D) decrease potential impact noise

(C) A = 7½ ft, B = 15 ft (2286 mm, 4572 mm) For light hazard occupancies, NFPA 13 requires one sprinkler for each 225 ft2 (18.6 m2) of area. This means a maximum spacing of 15 ft (4572 mm) is permitted between sprinklers. In addition, no sprinkler can be farther than 7½ ft (2286 mm) from any wall.

Refer to the illustration, which shows a reflected ceiling plan for an office space (do not use the ceiling grid as a scale). What is the maximum spacing of the sprinkler heads indicated by A and B, in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13 for light hazard occupancies? (A) A = 4 ft, B = 8 ft (1220 mm, 2440 mm) (B) A = 5½ ft, B = 10 ft (1676 mm, 3048 mm) (C) A = 7½ ft, B = 15 ft (2286 mm, 4572 mm) (D) A = 10 ft, B = 17½ ft (3048 mm, 5334 mm)

An interior designer has specified a single downlight to illuminate a pedestal directly below. If the downlight produces 1470 candlepower (cp) and is 7 ft above the pedestal, the illumination on the pedestal is _______ footcandles (fc). (Fill in the blank.)

The answer is 30 fc. For a point source of light, the illumination, E, on a surface varies directly with the luminous intensity, I, of the source and inversely with the square of the distance, d, between the source and the point. The formula for illumination is

(B) power plan The drawing shows the locations of power outlets and lines, and notes indicating to which circuit each outlet is connected. Although it also shows telephone outlet locations, it is primarily a power plan. The term electrical plan is too generic to be useful and is not a correct choice. A telephone/electrical plan is drawn by the interior designer to show the outlets dimensioned and in relation to furniture, and is used by the electrical engineer to produce the power plan. No lighting is shown, so this is not a lighting plan.

The drawing shown in the illustration is an example of a(n) (A) electrical plan (B) power plan (C) telephone/electrical plan (D) lighting plan

(B) provide for lateral movement of the building The detail shown is a slip joint where a partition attaches to the vertical window mullion. The aluminum channel is attached to the window mullion while the partition is constructed separately, allowing the curtain wall to move in and out with wind loading without putting any pressure on the partition. Option A is incorrect because the detail is not of a modular partition. Option C is incorrect because the end of the partition could be finished with gypsum wallboard casing beads. Option D is incorrect because this detail actually is a weak point for blocking sound transmission.

The drawing shown occurs at the exterior wall of a high-rise building. The purpose of this detail is to (A) allow for installation of a modular partition (B) provide for lateral movement of the building (C) provide for a finished end of the partition (D) give a tight seal to limit sound transmission

(D) area diagram The illustration is an example of an area diagram showing the relative square footage required for the various rooms or spaces. A block diagram shows rough areas of assignable space within the building floor plan and with their required adjacencies. Function assignments and departmental groupings are not names used in preliminary planning.

The illustration shown represents a(n) (A) function assignment (B) block diagram (C) departmental grouping (D) area diagram

(D) reflected ceiling plan The drawing is a reflected ceiling plan because it includes symbols for lighting, supply air diffusers, and elevations above the floor. If it were a lighting plan, there would be no elevation symbols. It is not a floor plan because it does not include elements such as door openings, dimensions, or elevation symbols. It is not a finish plan because it does not include typical finish plan symbology such as rectangles with numbers and letters, or lines running from corners to corners with attached notes.

What is illustrated in the following partial drawing? (A) floor finish plan (B) floor plan (C) lighting plan (D) reflected ceiling plan

(D) to show the client a conceptual approach to a design The drawing shown is a schematic design developed to show the client a conceptual approach to a design. It is not detailed enough to act as a starting point for design development because it lacks dimensions, material indications, and other design development information. It is also very preliminary and not suitable for giving guidance for the beginning of construction documents. Stacking diagrams are used to record what spaces will be planned on each floor. These diagrams are not a basis for further development.

What is the drawing shown most likely used for? (A) as a starting point for design development (B) as a basis for construction documents (C) for the further development of a preliminary stacking diagram (D) to show the client a conceptual approach to a design

(C) to act as a vapor barrier Although the sheet material indicated in the drawing may help minimize squeaking, the fact that a wood floor is shown over a concrete floor should indicate that the material shown is a vapor barrier.

What is the purpose of construction element A in the following diagram of a wood floor? (A) to minimize squeaking (B) to prevent chemicals from the subfloor from contaminating the wood (C) to act as a vapor barrier (D) to provide added resiliency

The answer is C. In the following illustration, any portion of a drawing falling within the circle or the dashed rounded rectangle will be shown in the same view (plan view, for example) at an enlarged scale with more detail shown.

Which of the following symbols should be used to indicate that an interior glazing jamb shown on a floor plan is detailed on another drawing sheet?

Diagram A represents a single double-loaded corridor concept with possible entries at one end or in the middle of the mall. The circles could also represent anchor stores at either end of the mall. The anchor stores encourage shoppers to move from one end to the other, with the entry perpendicular to the corridor. Once shoppers are in the mall, they can see the end and know where they are. This arrangement also offers an opportunity for stores to have exterior exposure with windows, secondary entries, or back entries for deliveries. Diagram B also offers a double-loaded arrangement, but it is difficult to be oriented and know where the end of the mall is. There is also no opportunity for the stores in the middle of the mall to have any exterior exposure. Any service to those stores would have to cross the pedestrian portion of the mall. The many branching corridors in diagram C will make orientation difficult. The arrangement in diagram D requires shoppers to go back and forth between the exits and the central entry space to reach all the shops.

Which of these diagrams would be most appropriate for the planning of a small shopping mall?