NCIDQ Questions

What is the minimum number of exits for a tenant space of 2500 sq. ft.? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

a. 1

In a 1,000 square foot tenant suite, how many exits are required? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

a. 1 First calculate the occupancy load. (Total sf of floor ÷ occupancy factor) The occupancy factor is based on the type of occupancy. For example, it is 100 for a Business occupancy. Therefore, 1,000 ÷ 100 = 10 people Maximum load for Business occupancy = 49 people for 1 exit.

In a 3,000 square foot tenant suite, how many exits are required? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

a. 1 3000/100 = 30 people. 30 is less than 49, therefore 1 exit is needed

When trims and decorative finishes are kept to a minimum, they usually have a lower rating than that typically required by fire codes. What is the percentage of wall and ceiling area that the trim cannot exceed? a. 10% b. 15% c. 20% d. 25%

a. 10%

What is the maximum slope for a ramp in new construction? a. 1:12 b. 7:10 c. 2:3 d. 1:10

a. 1:12

What is the minimum clear width for a ramp or sidewalk? a. 3'-0" b. 3'-3" c. 2'-6"

a. 3'-0"

What is the minimum clear width for the accessible route of a single wheelchair? a. 3'-0" b. 3'-6" c. 4'-0"

a. 3'-0" • Typical passage point requirements: • 32" at a doorway • 36" at an accessible doorway • 60" for (2) wheelchairs at a passage

What is the minimum residential doorway clear opening size per ADA? a. 32" b. 36" c. 28" d. 48"

a. 32" ADAAG 4.13.5- Doorways shall have a minimum clear opening of 32". Openings more than 34" deep must be 36" wide.

In checking signage details when preparing contract documents, you are verifying that in an accessible space, a certain amount of clear space has been maintained below each sign or other ceiling projection. That clear space must measure at least: a. 80" b. 82" c. 84" d. 90"

a. 80"

Which of the following is a true statement about the difference between a programmatic concept and design statement a. A design concept specified a particular way to achieve the programmatic concept. b. There are as many programmatic concepts for a problem as there are design concepts c. A design concept is a performance requirement d. Programmatic concepts are developed concurrently with design concepts.

a. A design concept specified a particular way to achieve the programmatic concept. Option B is incorrect because there are usually more design concepts than there are programmatic concepts. Option C is incorrect because a programmatic concept is a performance requirement, not the other way around. Option D is incorrect because the design concepts are based on and generated after programmatic concepts

Which of the following tests are associated with vinyl wallcovering? a. ASTM E-84 Steiner Tunnel test b. Methenamine Pill test c. the Chamber test d. the Radiant Panel test

a. ASTM E-84 Steiner Tunnel test (Rates materials & classifies them according to their flame-spread rating. Class-A= most fire resistant)

A senior citizen center is helping children with after-school tutoring. To research the differences in the two groups' sitting, reaching and bending abilities, you would explore: a. anthropometrics b. ergonomics c. statistics d. proxemics

a. Anthropometrics (measurement of size, proportions, and range of motion of the human body) a. Anthropometrics (measurement of size, proportions, and range of motion of the human body) Page 6 b. ergonomics (study of the relation between human physiology and physical environment; uses the information developed by anthropometrics but further studies exactly how humans react with physical objects like chairs, desks, etc...) c. statistics d. proxemics (spacing between people, territoriality, organization of space, positioning of people in space (all relative to a culture)

Which of the following plan arrangements would be most appropriate for the entry, nave, altar, and choir of a church moving into an existing rectangular space? a. Axial b. Clustered c. Linear d. Open

a. Axial For a formal, ceremonial space, the axial organization would focus attention on the alter in relationship to the nave, or seating are. Aligning the entry would also emphasize entry and procession, two elements that are important to most religions. A centralized plan could also be used, but this was not one of the options.

You are updating a sunroom for your client, which will be used primarily during daytime hours. Your client likes vibrant colors and does not want the upholstery fabric to look "washed out." Since you know that the dominant lighting source will intensify colors similar to itself and will neutralize the complementary colors, the best color choice would be: a. blue b. orange c. white d. red

a. Blue (daylight will enhance blue color)

A building can receive LEED credit if the carpet used meets the requirements of the a. CRI IAQ program b. Greenguard registry c. Green Seal product standards d. South Coast Air Quality Management District

a. CRI IAQ program A building can receive a LEED credit for using a carpet system that meets or exceeds the requirements of the Carpet and Rug Institute's IAQ Carpet Testing Program. Such carpet may be on the Greenguard Registry or have a Green Seal label, but neither is sufficient for LEED credit. The SCAQMD sets standards for VOCs, but meeting their requirements is sufficient for receiving LEED credit.

Which of the following is an INCORRECT statement about corridors? a. Corridor construction must be fire-rated. b. Corridors are part of the exit access. c. Corridors must be used exclusively for egress. d. Corridors are included in calculating travel distance.

a. Corridor construction must be fire-rated. The main thing to remember is that corridors are part of the exit access. 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.

Which design elements could be used to lower the apparent height of a ceiling? a. Dark, highly textured ceiling b. String horizontal lines on the wall c. Fine-grained patterns on the ceiling and dark walls d. Light ceiling and textured walls

a. Dark, highly textured ceiling

A rational approach to design that emphasizes human-environment interaction would most likely be based on a. Environmental design research b. Functional requirements c. Gestalt psychology d. Social influences

a. Environmental design research Environmental design research provides a scientifically studied view of how the environment affects human behavior and attitudes. Functional requirements, while usually rational, do not necessarily take into account the effects of a functional design on the users of the design. Gestalt psychology is a theory of perception rather than a study of the environment. Social influences, while an important consideration in design, are so varied that a totally rational approach to making design decisions that could not be based on this factor alone.

Which of the following are sustainable alternatives? a. Gypsum wall board b. Vinyl Wallcovering c. Oil based paint d. Solution dyed carpet

a. Gypsum wall board

What are the most important design elements to incorporate into a hotel, to provide safe egress for physically disabled people? i. visual alarms ii. audible alarms iii. flashing smoke detectors iv. large emergency lettering v. tactile signage a. I and II b. I and III c. II and IV d. II and V

a. I and II An emergency warning system must provide both visual and audible alarms

In starting a design project in a multi-use building, what information would an interior designer need to determine? i. construction type ii. adjacent occupancies iii. sprinkler condition iv. fire zone classification v. accessibility requirements a. I, II, and III b. I,IV,andV c. II, III, and IV d. II, IV, and V

a. I, II, and III 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 was 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.

Which of the following window type will NOT meet life-safety standards? a. Jalousie b. double-hung c. sliding d. casement

a. Jalousie A jalousie window consists of individual horizontal pieces of glass, about 3-4" wide, that all pivot outward at once for ventilation. It is impossible to get a good seal on the joints because single panes of glass are used. This type of window is seldom used anymore

After interviewing the members of an organization, you feel that some of the department requirements are actually "wishes", what should you do? a. Let executive management review requirements. b. Interview each individual to determine requirements. c. Form a staff committee of departments involved to determine requirements. d. Develop a plan based on the requirements, using your best judgment, review it with the executive management, then make any necessary adjustments.

a. Let executive management review requirements Part of the programming process is to differentiate between "wants" and "needs." The executive management will always have final say - they are the "client." While it is important to take the user's ideas into consideration, top management makes the final decision.

IF a designer wanted to emphasize one item in a retail client's 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 is the next choice, but because the question does not specify what the item is, making an oversized model may distort its image.

As your client is unpacking their dishes, they discover that their serving platters do not fit in the new custom cabinets you've designed for them. During what phase of the project should you ask for this type of information? a. Programming b. Schematic Design c. Design Development d. Contract Administration

a. Programming Information gathering should take place in the programming phase

What is required that you do to protect occupants from hazardous materials? a. Surround with a 1 hour wall. b. Surround with a 2 hour wall. c. Paint the door red. d. Move all hazardous materials off-site.

a. Surround with a 1 hour wall. (Rating should not be less than 1 hour. (NFPA 6.4.1 "Special Hazard Protection")

Which agencies are responsible for testing interior materials? a. UL b. OSHA c. Construction Association d. NFPA

a. UL

Preliminary space planning shows that it is impossible to satisfy all the programmed adjacencies shown on the adjacency matrix that has been approved by the client. What is the best course of action? a. Verify that the adjacencies require physical connection, and then review the problem with the client. b. Satisfy as many adjacency connections as possible, and present this information to the client for review and approval. c. Ask the client to downgrade the importance of the problematic adjacency. d. Develop several alternatives that come as close as possible to the requirements, and have the client select the one that best satisfies the program.

a. Verify that the adjacencies require physical connection, and then review the problem with the client. The answers given in options B and D are possible but would require that the designer make guesses and do a lot of work before the client would review the problem with the designer. Option C is risky because the adjacency that is problematic may turn out to be the most important one for the client, while the ones easily achieved may be unimportant to the client. Option A lets the client clarify the programming adjacencies and, if necessary, modify them so the designer can proceed with good information. If the client does want to see some sketches to prove that the required adjacencies cannot be made to work, these are already available from the initial work on the problem

Which of the following would be the most important consideration in the design of ergonomically correct chairs for air traffic controllers? a. adjustability b. firm cushions c. lumbar support d. tilt and swivel capability

a. adjustability All the options are important considerations for well-designed chairs, but because several people would be using the same chair for long periods of time, the chairs would have to be adjustable to accommodate variations in body size.

Which of the following does not apply to the Life Safety Code? a. air pollution b. minimum ceiling height c. hand rails d. ramp materials

a. air pollution

An accessible route must serve a. all accessible spaces and parts of a building b. the corridors, stairs, elevators, and toilet rooms of a building c. entrances, parking, toilet rooms, corridors, and drinking fountains d. entrances, corridors, toilet rooms, and elevators except those available only for maintenance personnel

a. all accessible spaces and parts of a building

You have been hired to design an office for a pediatric psychiatrist specializing in anxiety disorders. In conceptual terms, the color scheme you would recommend would be: a. analogous with cool colors b. analogous with warm colors c. triad d. split complementary e. entirely red color

a. analogous with cool colors

LEED credit is only available when a. areas for recyclables are provided b. bicycle storage is provided c. existing partitions are used d. recycled ceiling tile is used

a. areas for recyclables are provided Providing an area for the collection and storage of recyclables is a required condition before any points can be given for LEED credit. While the other options are desirable and each can be used to earn points, they are not required.

What is the most important to consider for barrier-free accessibility? a. building code b. fire code c. texture of finishes d. hall widths

a. building code

What determines the width of the exit doors? a. building occupancy b. square footage c. construction type d. classification

a. building occupancy Exit width is calculate using the occupant load of the area. (UBC 1003.2.3.2 and 1003.3.1.3)

What is the most important in selecting vinyl wallcovering? a. class b. gauge c. type

a. class (fire Rating)

What is the most important quality of vinyl wallcovering in a commercial space? a. class rating b. adhesive back/glue c. texture d. Type

a. class rating (fire rating)

Which of the following is the LEAST effective for maximizing indoor air quality? a. conducting a post-occupancy evaluation b. developing a maintenance manual c. planning separate rooms for large copiers d. specifying materials with low VOCs

a. conducting a post-occupancy evaluation Although post-occupancy evaluations are good tools for verifying that earlier decisions regarding IAQ are being maintained, the other three options would be the best ways to establish air quality at the beginning of a project.

Direct space adjacencies would be LEAST necessary in which business type? a. consumer product call center b. doctor's office c. electronic assembly plant d. retail shoe store

a. consumer product call center In a call center, most of the work and transactions are conducted by telephone or electronically, so very few direct adjacencies are required. Even supervisors can monitor work electronically rather than being in or adjacent to other work spaces. In the other three building types, either materials or people must communicate directly so a direct, physical adjacency is necessary.

The Radiant Panel Test is used to evaluate which area? a. corridors b. sleep rooms c. walls

a. corridors The radiant panel test is applicable only to carpet installed in corridors and has not application to room installations

The Uniform Building Code, published by the International Conference of Building Officials, is a reference work: a. covering the health and safety standards for public buildings b. containing performance information on interior construction materials c. of dubious value because it fails to cover new information on interior construction d. which fails to acknowledge use and occupancy as criteria for public safety

a. covering the health and safety standards for public buildings

In an overhead storage, what is the most critical in determining the mounting height for barrier free access? a. depth of worksurface b. width of worksurface c. depth of cabinet d. width of cabinet

a. depth of worksurface

The underlying principle of universal design includes: a. design for all people. b. design for the physically impaired only. c. design for the aging population only. d. design for those living in certain geographic regions.

a. design for all people.

A design concept statement for a public gathering area around a fireplace in a ski lodge would probably not include: a. dimensions of the fireplace b. general seating group concept/ layout c. types of finish materials d. methods of lighting the space

a. dimensions of the fireplace The fireplace is the most detailed aspect of the options and would probably least affect the overall design and feeling of the space

The complexity of the human environment interface makes it difficult to base a design theory only on: a. environmental design research b. functionality c. historic precedent d. perception theories

a. environmental design research Because environmental design research typically only focuses on one variable at a time, it is often difficult to draw valid conclusions that may apply to any design situation.

The programming process in an interior design project has five steps. These steps, in order, are: a. establish goals, evaluate existing conditions, develop abstract ideas, determine needs, state the problem b. interview the client, inventory existing FF&E, visit site, develop floor plan, produce a contract c. investigate for code compliance, define the scope of services, assess project feasibility, determine a realistic budget, present program to client d. define the scope of services, keep comprehensive records, maintain schedules, maintain standard project management, complete a post-occupancy survey

a. establish goals, evaluate existing conditions, develop abstract ideas, determine needs, state the problem

Prototypical plans of individual rooms are primarily used for: a. estimating square foot allowances on a room-by-room basis b. formatting preliminary design presentations c. formatting contract documents d. creating marketing strategies for condo sales

a. estimating square foot allowances on a room-by-room basis

Which best describes "Travel Distance" in 500 square feet of an office building? a. farthest distance from client space to nearest exit b. entrance to client space to an exit c. exit to exit

a. farthest distance from client space to nearest exit

What determines the maximum travel distance? a. furthest point of the tenant space to an exit b. entry to the exit c. the number of exits

a. furthest point of the tenant space to an exit

Safety glass is required in which of the following conditions? a. glazing in swinging doors, storm doors, or when the bottom edge of the pane is less than 18" above the door b. glazing in showers and bathtubs or when the pane is greater than 8 sf c. sidelites 30" from a door frame and 60" above the floor d. glazing in unframed swinging doors or when the pane is greater than 6 sf

a. glazing in swinging doors, storm doors, or when the bottom edge of the pane is less than 18" above the door Safety glazing is required in hazardous areas subject to human impact. According to the IBC, safety glazing is required in the following locations: • 1. Glass (> 3") in doors (including swinging and sliding doors; storm doors) 2. Shower and bath enclosures (pools and similar fixtures as well) (within 60" of pool) 3. Glazing near stairways, ramps, and landings 4. Sidelites within 24" of the door frame and less than 60" above the floor. 5. Certain locations in walls that could be considered a "walkthrough" hazard: Greater than 9 square feet, and Lower edge less than 18" from floor, and Upper edge more than 36" above the floor, and There is a walking surface with 36" horizontally of the window

Class A, Class 1 fabric will not: a. ignite b. smolder c. burn d. char

a. ignite

Where are flame-spread ratings in a building most restrictive? a. in exit enclosures b. on corridor floors c. in access ways to exits d. in enclosed spaces

a. in exit enclosures The most restrictive requirements for finish materials are in enclosed vertical exitway enclosures

Interior designers are relieved of design programming responsibilities when: a. in-house facilities management staff perform these functions prior to the start of the design project b. the client indicates that, in their opinion, programming is an unnecessary aspect of interior design services c. the client's computer staff has programmed the project d. the general contractor agrees to take on that portion of the work

a. in-house facilities management staff perform these functions prior to the start of the design project

Exits may NEVER pass through a. kitchens b. foyers c. reception rooms d. lobbies

a. kitchens

A critical step in the design programming process is: a. on-site observation b. organizing contract documents c. creating design sketches d. establishing AutoCAD layering

a. on-site observation B and D are part of CD phase and C is part of SD phase

Your firm has just signed an Owner/Designer Agreement with a new client for the design of a small boutique hotel to be located in a structurally sound, gutted and vacant light industrial/ warehouse building in a rapidly- changing area on the edge of the current central business district. Because the client is new to the hotel business, they are approaching the project from a fresh point of view. They expect the finished product to include approximately 30 guest accommodations, a small restaurant open to the public, limited conference facilities, a modest lobby, and the necessary housekeeping/ support functions. The initial programming meeting with the client has been scheduled. Design programming for the boutique hotel is an important first step in the design process because: a. programming identifies and organizes the functional and environmental problems to be solved b. contractual issues pertaining to professional services are resolved c. the detailed aspects of furniture and equipment requirements are identified d. computer programming is an essential element in interior design

a. programming identifies and organizes the functional and environmental problems to be solved

Exits are always a. protected by fire-rated construction b. limited in length c. corridors or stairways d. required in buildings without sprinklers

a. protected by fire-rated construction Exits are not limited in length (because they are protected), can be something as simple as a door, and are usually required in buildings with sprinklers.

A door knob not recommended for handicap use is: a. round cylindrical b. decorative lever c. horizontal bar d. U-shaped

a. round cylindrical

Safety glazing is NOT required in which of the following locations? a. sidelites where the sill is greater than 18" AFF b. glass sidelites next to a solid wood door c. shower doors d. full-height glass panels more than 12" from a door

a. sidelites where the sill is greater than 18" AFF (Safety glazing is required only if the sill is less than 18" AFF; however, if this sidelite was also less than 24" from a door, it would be required.)

Which of the following is NOT part of the fire suppression system? a. smoke detectors b. standpipes c. sprinklers d. fire extinguishers

a. smoke detectors (detection) There are 3 parts to a fire protection system: detection, alarm, and suppression. Smoke detectors would fall under detection. The other 3 choices play a part in suppressing a fire, i.e. restrain / contain / stop the fire.

What requires the highest fire rating in a high rise? a. stair b. corridor c. elevator

a. stair

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. What would be of LEAST concern in the design work? a. the color of the lettering and its background b. the amount the Braille lettering is raised above the surface c. whether or not the width of the accessible route was reduced d. the mounting height to the center of the sign

a. the color of the lettering and its background Barrier-free design requires that objects do 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 raised surface, and accessible routes must not be reduced in width.

When selecting interior partition finishes to meet flame-spread standards, the most important considerations are a. the occupancy group, and the location in the building where the finishes will be used b. whether or not the building has an automatic sprinkler system, and the construction type c. whether or not the partition is a fire barrier, and the ratings of assemblies in the partition d. the hourly rating of the partition on which the finish will be installed, and the construction type

a. the occupancy group, and the location in the building where the finishes will be used Building codes limit flammability of finishes based on the occupancy of the building and whether the finishes are in an exit or not. A sprinkler system may allow a reduction in one flame-spread class rating but it is not the overriding variable. Flame-spread requirements are also independent of the rating of the assembly on which the finishes are placed.

How many grab-bars are required in a barrier free shower with bench? a. two b. three c. one

a. two At least two are required depending on the shower type. 2 are needed for showers with a bench. 3 are required for roll-in type showers.

If 13 black and white photographs, all framed with different styles and colors of frames, were grouped on a wall painted a light, cool gray, which design principle would the designer be using? a. variety b. rhythm c. contrast d. focus

a. variety Option B is incorrect because the question does not give any information about how the photographs are grouped and whether they form a regular pattern. Option C is incorrect because no single framed photograph would be different enough from the rest to create a significant contrast. Option D is incorrect because if all the frames are different, no single one dominates.

What is the best flooring for a barrier free restaurant? a. vinyl composition tile b. raised rubber c. slate d. carpet

a. vinyl composition tile

Textiles rating FR701 applies to: a. window coverings b. walls c. floors

a. window coverings

What should the clear space between handrails and wall at stairs be? a. 2" b. 1 1⁄2" c. 2 1⁄2" d. 1 1⁄4"

b. 1 1⁄2"

According to the IBC, dead-end corridors in unsprinklered buildings are limited to a maximum of a. 10 ft b. 20 ft c. 40 ft d. 50 ft

b. 20 ft

The maximum dead-end corridor length typically allowed by code is: a. 18' b. 20' c. 30' d. 25'

b. 20' This is increased to 50' for certain occupancies when the building is equipped with an automatic sprinkler system

Building codes limit the amount and type of glass in a 1-hour rated corridors. The maximum glazed area cannot exceed what percentage of the area of the corridor wall of the room separating it from the corridor? a. 10%, not to exceed 100 square inches b. 25%, not to exceed 1296 square inches c. 33%, not to exceed 54" height d. 50%

b. 25%, not to exceed 1296 square inches 25% of the area of the common wall within any room using the glazing; applies to partitions separating 2 rooms and partitions separating a room and a corridor. Individual lites cannot exceed 1296 in^2 in area and any one dimension cannot be more than 54".

A restaurant on the ground floor contains 3500 ft2 of dining area, a 1000 ft2 kitchen and a 1200 ft2 bar. What is the total occupant load? (Use the following table.) Assembly (concentrated, w/o fixed seats) 7 ft sq/occupant Assembly (less concentrated) 15 ft sq/occupant Hotel and Apartments 200 ft sq/occupant Kitchen (commercial) 200 ft sq/occupant Offices 100 ft sq/occupant Stores, ground level 30 ft sq/occupant a. 202 occupants b. 318 occupants c. 380 occupants d. 410 occupants

b. 318 occupants From the table, assembly areas including restaurants and bars have an occupant load of 15. Commercial kitchens have an occupant load of 200. Therefore, (3500 ft2) ÷ (15 ft2/occupant) = 233 occupants (1000 ft2) ÷ (200 ft2/occupant) = 5 occupants (1200 ft2) ÷ (15 ft2/occupant) = 80 occupants TOTAL = 318 occupants

The minimum clear width for a door is a. 30 in b. 32 in c. 34 in d. 36 in

b. 32 in

What is the minimum width of a retail aisle for handicapped access? a. 32" b. 36" c. 42" d. 48"

b. 36"

What is the minimum clear width of a 6' long hallway in a one- or two-family residential occupancy? a. 30" b. 36" c. 42" d. 44"

b. 36" • Occupant load less than 50 must be a minimum of 36" wide. • Occupant loads more than 50 must be a minimum of 44" wide • You can also calculate the minimum width of a corridor by multiplying the occupant load of the space by 0.2 (or 0.3 for stairways)

.Most people in the United States typical conduct business and relate to strangers at which distance? a. 1.5 ft to 4 ft b. 4 ft to 12 ft c. 7 ft to 12 ft d. 12 ft to 25 ft

b. 4 ft to 12 ft Social distance, including both the close and far phase, ranges from about 4 ft to 12 ft. Option C is incorrect because it include only the far phase of social distance.

What is the maximum height of reach for a forward approach? a. 4'-6" b. 4'-0" c. 5'-0"

b. 4'-0"

What is an acceptable center height for an elevator button? a. 36" b. 42" c. 48"

b. 42"

Smoke quality is reported in terms of maximum optical density with an index range between 0 and 800 units. Most federal agencies require a smoke density rate of: a. 600 or less b. 450 or less c. 300 or less d. 150 or less

b. 450 or less (Refer to ASTM E662 or NFPA 258)

What is the maximum height for the mounting of the thermostat and light switches? a. 42"aff b. 48"aff c. 60"aff d. 65"aff

b. 48"aff

What is the adjacent access aisle minimum for parking cars? a. 4'-6" b. 5'-0" c. 4'-0"

b. 5'-0"

What is the minimum clear width for two wheelchairs to pass? a. 4'-6" b. 5'-0" c. 5'-6"

b. 5'-0"

At least two egress doorways are required when the occupancy load is more than ___ and the travel distance to the egress exceeds ___. a. 20 occupants and 50 feet b. 50 occupants and 75 feet c. 75 occupants and 150 feet d. 100 occupants and 250 feet

b. 50 occupants and 75 feet ( in A,B,E,F,M, and U occupancies) in some occupancies, if the building is fully sprinklered, the travel distance is increased to 100 ft)

In an assembly area, what percentage of people are served by the main exit? a. 25% b. 50% c. 75%

b. 50% (2 exits are required)

A restaurant owner wants to seat 500 people. Codes require 15 square feet per person in addition to the restroom facilities. How many square feet are needed for adequate space and code? a. 7,500 b. 8,000 c. 7,700

b. 8,000 • 15 X 500 = 7,500 Page 25 • 7,500 + any restroom facilities = 8,000 • For 7,700 there would be 200 sf left over, which means 100 sf bathrooms per sex (or two toilets) • This is not sufficient for a 5,000 sf restaurant

What is ANSI? a. Association of National Standards Institute b. American National Standards Institute c. American National Social Institute d. Association of National Social Institutes

b. American National Standards Institute

The sum of all color pigments gives you what color? a. White b. Black c. Red d. Brown

b. Black Colors created with pigments are called subtractive colors, while colors created with light are called additive colors. When all colors of light are present in equal amounts, you get white light.

What color affects the aging eyes the most? a. Red b. Blue c. Orange d. Green

b. Blue This comes from an additional resource outside of the ballast book. The lens of the eye becomes yellow with aging, this reducing the transparency for short wavelengths (blue) more than for medium and long wavelengths (red). Age-related eye changes result in a reduction in discrimination of blue objects. Blue objects will often appear gray, whereas blue print and backgrounds appear washed out.

A high rate of combustion in the Steiner Tunnel Test is indicated by which rating? a. B b. C c. II

b. C

Which of the following is NOT a primary goal of sustainable design? a. Designs that have components that are easily recyclable. b. Designs that have lower initial costs. c. Designs that use less. d. Designs that have components that are easily biodegradable.

b. Designs that have lower initial costs. Sustainable may or may not have lower initial costs.

You are hired to plan an office using their existing furniture, plus purchasing some new furniture. In what order do you do the following tasks? a. Develop space standards, inventory the existing furniture, then prepare the budget. b. Inventory the existing furniture, develop space standards, then prepare the budget. c. Inventory the existing furniture, prepare the budget, then develop space standards. d. Prepare the budget, inventory the existing furniture, then develop space standards.

b. Inventory the existing furniture, develop space standards, then prepare the budget.

Which of the following building type/ occupancy classifications is NOT correct? a. Bank (Business), Dormitory (Residential) b. Nursing Home (Residential), Church (Assembly) c. Supermarket (Mercantile), Kindergarten (Educational) d. Freight Terminal (Storage), Dormitory (Residential)

b. Nursing Home (Residential), Church (Assembly) (Nursing home would be institutional) A - Assembly (civic, social, or religious functions; recreation, food, or drink consumption; awaiting transportation; production & viewing of performing arts or motion pictures; sporting events) • B - Business (office, professional, or service-type transactions) E - Educational (through 12th grade; including daycare) F - Factory / Industrial (assembling, fabricating, manufacturing, packaging, repair, or processing) H - High-Hazard (manufacturing, processing, or storage of materials that constitute a physical or health hazard, i.e. detonation, accelerated burning, readily combustible, semi-conductor) I - Institutional (people are cared for or live in a supervised environment; nursing homes; mental health facilities; medical/surgical) M - Mercantile (display and sale of merchandise) R - Residential (including assisted living facilities) S - Storage (not hazardous) U - Utility (Reference IBC Occupancy Classification - see a concise list of some of the more common occupancies at the end of this document; See a more complete list on the website under Additional Resources for Class 2; document titled "IBC Occupancy Classifications.")

Your client is moving his office into a new building. You have interviewed the business owner and department heads and have written a report summarizing the information. You have just completed which phase of the project? a. Contract Documents b. Programming c. Design Development d. Schematics

b. Programming

When planning a densely packed open office plan, access to natural day lighting can be the most controversial topic. At what point in the design process should you discuss these issues with upper management? a. Schematic Design b. Programming c. Design Development d. Contract Administration

b. Programming • Programming is where all of the information gathering should take place and where you should determine all of the client's needs; such as which spaces require windows. • Programming is the process during which information about a problem is collected, analyzed, and clearly stated to provide a basis for design. • Programming = Problem analysis Design = Problem synthesis • Identify client's specific needs, identify client's goals and objectives, analyze human factors, analyze existing building , aesthetic considerations, space needs, adjacency requirements, code review, budget requirements, and scheduling requirements. • 5 Step Process - * Establish goals (what the client wants to achieve and why) * Collect & analyze facts (i.e. # of people to be accommodated, space adjacencies, equipment to be housed, building code requirements, user characteristics, money available, existing building). * Uncover & test concepts * Determine needs (wants must be separated from needs) * State the problem • Consultant Scope - * Architect: design work related to the building structure, such as firerated vertical shafts, exterior walls, life-safety system, elevators. * Structural Engineer: design any structural modifications, including building frame, floors, and load-bearing walls. * Mechanical Engineer: heating, ventilation, & air conditioning systems (HVAC); plumbing; fire protection systems, including sprinkler systems. * Electrical Engineer: power system (outlets & equipment) and lighting system; telephone system, signal system, security system.

What is the difference between flame resistance and flame retardant? a. Resistance is a topical treatment and retardant is inherent. b. Resistance is inherent and retardant is a topical treatment. c. None of the above.

b. Resistance is inherent and retardant is a topical treatment.

When black is added to a color, the result is called a: a. Tint b. Shade c. Tone d. Value

b. Shade As more black is added to a hue (color), the hue becomes a shade. A tone is created by adding gray.

Which test is for flame spread, smoke density and fuel contribution? a. The Chamber Test b. Steiner Tunnel Test c. Flooring Radiant Panel Test

b. Steiner Tunnel Test

Which test rates smoke density? a. Methenamine b. Steiner Tunnel Test c. Radiant Panel

b. Steiner Tunnel Test

The principle test used to determine both the flame spread and smoke development ratings for building materials and interior finishes is the: a. radiant panel test b. Steiner tunnel test c. corner test d. CAL 133

b. Steiner tunnel test (ASTM E-84)

ASTM E-84 is also referred to as ___ and is used to rate ___. a. Radient panel test - Floor covering b. Steiner tunnel test - Wall and ceiling finishes c. Pill test - Upholstery d. Mattress test - Bedding

b. Steiner tunnel test - Wall and ceiling finishes (flame spread rating of finishes)

A client has requested a new entry to her consulting business, which is located in an old, unsprinklered building. The client's space must conform to current IBC requirements. The current entrance consists of a pair of all-glass doors mounted on floor closers. The entrance opens onto a 1- hour rated building corridor. What should the designer tell the client to expect regarding the new entrance? a. Smoke seals will have to be located around the edges of the glass doors. b. The glass doors will have to be replaced. c. One of the doors will have to be removed. d. The floor closers will have to be changed to hinges.

b. The glass doors will have to be replaced. Smoke seals will be required, but the most important thing is that the glass doors will have to be replaced, either with solid, 20-minute rated doors or with 20- minute rated doors with glass that is also 20-minute rated. Because this will significantly change the appearance of the existing entry, it is the first thing the client should be told to expect. Either pivoted floor closers or hinges may be used as long as they are also fire-rated and the door is side-swinging.

LEED is sponsored by a. NIBS. b. USGBC. c. ASHRAE. d. CSI.

b. USGBC.

For an interior designer conducting a programming interview with a client for a small clothing boutique, which is the least important question to ask? a. Which items are most frequently purchased on impulse? b. Will rest rooms be available to the customers? c. What amount of merchandise will be on display? d. What is the relationship between the cash/wrap counter and the dressing rooms?

b. Will rest rooms be available to the customers? Options A, C and D relate directly to decisions about the locations or sizes of elements in the store. If restrooms were provided at all they would be positioned away from the sales area whether or not they were available for customer use.

You have a client who is building an 8 floor office building with (2) 44"wide stairs and (2) elevators. Each floor plate is 20,000 square feet. They would like for you to plan an employee cafeteria on the 8th floor to seat 350 people. How do you advise them? a. You don't have enough elevators. b. You need more stairs. c. That many people won't fit. d. They are wasting the great view on their employees.

b. You need more stairs.

An interior designer is evaluating various alternatives for a particular building product as they relate to sustainability. The interior designer would most likely use a. an environmental impact study b. a life-cycle assessment c. an impact assessment d. a matrix comparison chart

b. a life-cycle assessment A life-cycle assessment evaluates the environmental impact of using a particular material over its entire useful life, including disposal. It could be used to compare the impacts of two or more materials so the architect could select the most sustainable one.

A stacking diagram is: a. another name for a bubble diagram b. a special type of an adjacency diagram c. created after each floor area is planned in detail d. created to facilitate the life-cycle costing of a program

b. a special type of an adjacency diagram (shows how different levels of the building relate to eachother)

Including all of the following, EXCEPT ____, can facilitate a healthy and safe working environment: a. an environment that meets existing health and safety standards b. an environment where seating is chosen for individual comfort and use c. an environment that allows individual climate, acoustic, light and air quality d. an environment where the furnishings layout provides ease of use

b. an environment where seating is chosen for individual comfort and use (Should be ergonomically adjustable for various persons; individual comfort levels vary greatly.)

ASTM is an example of a. a model code group b. an industry standard-writing organization c. a testing laboratory d. a federal code writing agency

b. an industry standard-writing organization ASTM is the American Society for Testing and Materials and is one of the organizations that establish a wide variety of standards covering testing methods, products, definitions, and more. Although its committees develop test methods, it is not a testing laboratory.

What is the first thing that the permit process requires? a. Certificate of occupancy b. application for permit c. inspections

b. application for permit

If you increase the window area in a sustainable building, all of the following are true EXCEPT: a. energy consumption will be decreased. b. cooling load of the building will be increased c. a more worker-pleasant environment will be created. d. operating cost of the building will be reduced.

b. cooling load of the building will be increased (The total building cooling load will involve heat transferred through the building envelope and heat generated by occupants, equipment, and lights. A lot of factors go into determining the cooling load of a building; therefore, you cannot quantify it based just on this.

Establishing a square foot circulation factor is a necessary step in: a. creating a ceiling plenum space b. design programming c. wire management d. the purchase/ shipment/ installation process

b. design programming

An interior designer would most likely use anthropometric information to a. design countertops for a public rest room b. determine the percentage of children who would be comfortable on customdesigned benches in a puppet theater. c. develop the best position for multiple VDT screens in a stock trader's workstation d. evaluate a new chair design that has just come on the market

b. determine the percentage of children who would be comfortable on custom designed benches in a puppet theater. Anthropometrics is primarily concerned with measuring the size of the human body and developing dimensional ranges within which certain percentages of a given population fall. Such raw data would be directly useful in comparing the height, depth, and other aspects of the benches with the percentages of children fitting those dimensions. The other options relate more to ergonomics, or the interaction of the human with the environment.

For a restaurant in an old building undergoing remodeling, what would have the most influence over the planning of the dining area? a. existing structural columns and walls b. dimensions of the building c. locations of existing plumbing d. decorative millwork and existing ornate lighting fixtures

b. dimensions of the building You would first need to determine that the proposed restaurant would fit into the existing space available. The existing structural columns and walls would be part of this base plan of the building. While locating plumbing fixtures and existing decorative details could influence the planning, you would want to first make sure there is adequate space available before dealing anything else.

To prevent smoke passing through the door, you should specify: a. automatic closer b. draft seal c. solid wood door

b. draft seal

In partial renovation what must be maintained? a. dust and ventilation b. egress and fire protection c. direct access and elevators

b. egress and fire protection

A designer uses the principle of harmony in order to a. develop a visual consistency and equilibrium to the individual elements b. establish an agreement of individual elements to each other and to the entire composition c. provide interest by developing one or two elements as more important than the other parts of a composition d. achieve a variation of the component parts without causing an imbalance in the entire design.

b. establish an agreement of individual elements to each other and to the entire composition Option A relates more to balance and repetition. Option C describes the principle of emphasis. Option D is incorrect because harmony seeks to unify a composition rather than provide variation, even though variation is often part of harmonious design.

A critical step in the design programming process is: a. determining the list of the project's sub-contractors b. establishing the architectural parameters of the project c. administering a P.O.E. study d. formatting a design presentation

b. establishing the architectural parameters of the project a. is part of bid/CA and C is post occupancy evaluation - after CA, and d. is SD or DD

Which is not considered part of the main egress system? a. exit access b. exit enclosure c. exit d. exit discharge

b. exit enclosure • Means of egress consists of 3 parts: 1. Exit access - leads to the entrance of an exit. 2. Exit - provides protected path between access and discharge; fully-enclosed; fire-rated construction. 3. Exit discharge - portion of an exit between the termination of an exit and a public way; typically include portions outside the exterior walls, such as exit balconies, stairways, and courts; may also include lobbies in multi-story buildings if certain conditions are met.

The building commissioning of an interior design project seeking LEED credit is the responsibility of the a. building architect b. independent commissioning team c. project's interior designer d. project's mechanical engineer

b. independent commissioning team In order to get LEED credit, an independent commissioning team that does not include anyone responsible for the project must be used. Even without seeking LEED credit, commissioning requires a joint effort of the mechanical engineer, the contractor, the electrical engineer, the building owner, and others.

The door to a hazardous area for the visual impaired should? a. change the surface texture of the flooring b. knurled hardware c. alarm d. make wider

b. knurled hardware A knurled surface has small knobs, beads, or pattern to allow for a better grip. Knurled knobs should be specified for doors accessible to blind persons that leas to dangerous areas.

What combination of combustible and non-combustible trim and decorations are permissible in occupancies A, E, I, R-1 and R-2? a. noncombustible 10%, combustible 5% b. noncombustible unlimited, combustible 10% c. noncombustible 20%, combustible 20% d. noncombustible 10%, combustible 30%

b. noncombustible unlimited, combustible 10% In Group A occupancies, if the building is fully sprinklered, trim can be 75% of the aggregate area.

Which two factors most typically determine whether a room must have at least two exits? a. occupancy and travel distance b. occupant load and occupancy c. travel distance and occupant load d. exit width factor and occupancy

b. occupant load and occupancy The two most important variables are the use of the space (occupancy) and the number of people that must exit the space (occupant load).

Which produces the most heat, is most toxic, and burns quickly? a. rubber b. plastic c. wood d. mineral fiber

b. plastic

Wood chips and sawdust made into panel products are examples of a. post-consumer materials b. post-industrial materials c. recycled products d. renewable products

b. post-industrial materials Option A is incorrect because post-consumer materials are those that have served their intended use. Option C is incorrect because recycled products are finished materials or products that have been reused as they are or converted into another material. Option D is incorrect because renewable materials are those that can be grown or naturally replenished faster than humans can deplete them.

The programming process requires an experienced facilitator who will be responsible for all of the following EXCEPT: a. periodically summarizing or recapping information for the client b. preventing the client from having too much influence on design related decisions c. focusing discussion on the goals of the project

b. preventing the client from having too much influence on design related decisions (The client MUST be involved. This is where their needs are determined.)

When would you not need barrier free restrooms? a. restrooms under 100 people b. private office single floor c. industrial occupancy d. building consisting of no handicap people

b. private office single floor

What is the best installation method for a carpet to tile transition for a barrier free condition? a. thin set tile b. reduced threshold c. carpet with pad d. recessed tile

b. reduced threshold

A client has asked a designer to create an intimate seating area for a hospital waiting room. Which of the following is likely to have the greatest impact on achieving the client's goal? a. pattern b. scale c. texture d. color

b. scale

In addition to meeting the requirements of the ADA, what other accessibility requirements should the interior designer be most concerned with when doing design development for a commercial project? a. ANSI A117.1, Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities b. scoping provisions of the local building code c. ADAAG d. the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards

b. scoping provisions of the local building code Scoping provisions tell the designer how much of something is required. Although there are scoping provisions in the ADA, local codes may be more stringent, in which case the interior designer must conform to the most restrictive requirements. ANSI A117.1 may or may not be applicable in a given jurisdiction. If it has been adopted by the local building code, it is important to review to see if the requirements are more restrictive than those of the ADA. The latest edition of A117.1 leaves scoping up to local jurisdiction. ADAAG is the ADA Accessibility Guidelines and is part of the ADA, so this option is irrelevant. The Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards are applicable to federal buildings and projects that receive federal funding and would not be used for a commercial project.

Symmetrically positioned identical furnishings in a college dormitory room shared by two people represent an attempt to satisfy what psychological need? a. Personal space b. territoriality c. group interaction d. personalization

b. territoriality Identical furnishings organized around an imaginary (but perceived) line divide the room into two equal territories that each person could then personalize. Option A is incorrect because personal space relates to actual distance, and the question gives no information about the room's size or exactly how it is arranged.

Programming can be a relatively simple and easy task for the interior designer when: a. the client believes that the programming phase is unnecessary b. the client's in-house facilities management staff has performed a thorough data gathering and spatial analysis study c. the client employs a computer programmer to perform the design programming d. the client's budget indicates that most of the programming process must be eliminated

b. the client's in-house facilities management staff has performed a thorough data gathering and spatial analysis study

The conclusion(s) developed from preliminary data collection must include diagrams of typical workplace layout(s) and: a. the actual floor plan b. the scope and purpose of the project c. a listing of unnecessary existing equipment d. an estimate of the workplace cost

b. the scope and purpose of the project

In which case would the number of people occupying a space NOT be critical to the programming effort? a. the dining room of a housing complex for the elderly b. the workroom of a commercial laundry c. a multipurpose meeting room in a neighborhood recreation center d. a waiting area in a hospital

b. the workroom of a commercial laundry The space in a laundry workroom would be determined more by the size, number, and configuration of equipment than by the limited number of people who would operate the equipment. The other options all are highly dependent on the number of people that must be accommodated.

Your firm has just signed an Owner/Designer Agreement with a new client for the design of a small boutique hotel to be located in a structurally sound, gutted and vacant light industrial/ warehouse building in a rapidly- changing area on the edge of the current central business district. Because the client is new to the hotel business, they are approaching the project from a fresh point of view. They expect the finished product to include approximately 30 guest accommodations, a small restaurant open to the public, limited conference facilities, a modest lobby, and the necessary housekeeping/ support functions. The initial programming meeting with the client has been scheduled. Which professional or group of professionals is best prepared to perform the programming study for the boutique hotel? a. those responsible for obtaining building permits for the project b. those responsible for the actual design of the project c. those responsible for the construction of the project d. those responsible for establishing the project budget

b. those responsible for the actual design of the project

In a plenum, how can a fire be prevented from spreading horizontally? a. Install sprinkler systems b. use fire-rated dividers c. use fiberglass material d. install fire dampers

b. use fire-rated dividers (limits the spread of fire and smoke horizontally; it is usually an extension of a fire-rated partition) (In the spaces between a suspended ceiling and the structural floor above, fire rated dividers are required if partitions do not extend through the plenum. Fire dampers are used in partitions and other fire-rated separations to allow fire-rated openings for ductwork.)

In determining required space for a hospital nurses' station, which is the most important factor? a. patient files and number of patient contacts b. work surface and storage c. movable carts and space for writing reports d. electrical requirements and communication equipment.

b. work surface and storage A nurse workstation requires a lot of record keeping as well as temporary and long term storage of a variety of items. Option B includes provisions for most of the elements that require a large amount of space, including patent files and movable carts. Option D is incorrect because communication equipment and electrical outlets alone do not contribute significantly to the space required for the nurses' station.

Exit access corridors in nonsprinklered buildings must have a rating of a. 30 minutes b. 45 minutes c. 1 hour d. 2 hours

c. 1 hour According to the IBC, exit access corridors must have a 1-hour rating

What is the minimum height of reach for a forward approach? a. 1'-0" b. 1'-6" c. 1'-3"

c. 1'-3"

Fire partitions, which include demising walls, typically require a ___-hour rating? a. 1/2-hour b. 3/4-hour c. 1-hour d. 2-hour

c. 1-hour A fire partition is a wall assembly with a fire-resistance rating of 1 hour, used in the following locations: walls separating dwelling units (i.e. apartments, dorms, assisted living) walls separating hotel guest rooms walls separating tenant spaces in covered mall buildings corridor walls elevator lobbies in institutional or high-rise buildings. A fire barrier offers more protection than a fire partition, is continuous from floor slab to underside of floor slab above, and is used in the following locations: enclose vertical exit enclosures (stairways), horizontal exits, exit passageways, incidental use areas, etc. separate different occupancies in a mixed occupancy situation. separate single occupancies into different fire areas.

The absolute minimum fresh air ventilation rate recommended by ASHRAE Standard 62 is a. 5 cfm/person (3 L/s/person) b. 10 cfm/person (5 L/s/person) c. 15 cfm/person (8 L/s/person) d. 20 cfm/person (10 L/s/person)

c. 15 cfmson (8 L/s/person) Although ventilation rates vary depending on the use of the space, 15 cfm/person (8 L/s/person) is the lowest recommended by ASHRAE 62-2001.

The distance for lower and upper forward reach from a wheelchair is: a. 18" - 36" b. 25" - 65" c. 15" - 48" d. 24" - 48"

c. 15" - 48"

Buildings constructed prior to which year are likely to contain spray-on fireproofing and insulation containing asbestos? a. 1968 b. 1970 c. 1973 d. 1978

c. 1973 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the spray application of asbestos-containing fireproofing and insulation materials in 1973.

What is the maximum rise for ramp? a. 2'-2" b. 2'-3" c. 2'-6"

c. 2'-6"

What is the distance for a passage point clearance between obstructions in planning for barrier free installations? a. 3'-0" radius b. 2'-6" diameter c. 2'-8" clearance d. 5'-0" diameter

c. 2'-8" clearance

The minimum clear floor space required for a wheelchair is: a. 36"x40" b. 36"x48" c. 30"x48" d. 30"x40"

c. 30"x48"

The distance recommended for a handicap ramp on an existing building to achieve a 30" rise would be: a. 40'-0" b. 25'-0" c. 30'-0" d. 18'-0"

c. 30'-0"

An entrance to a building is 30" above grade. According to ADA regulations, what is the minimum length for a ramp? a. 10'-0" b. 24'-0" c. 30'-0" d. 36'-0"

c. 30'-0" The ratio of rise to run is 1:12 (1" of rise for every 12" of run.) 1/12 = 30/X X= 12 x 30 = 360" Now convert to feet: 360" / 12" = 30'

Egress doorways shall have minimum clear and free width of __ and a maximum door leaf of __. a. 30" and 36" respectively b. 32" and 36" respectively c. 32" and 48" respectively d. 36" and 38" respectively

c. 32" and 48" respectively Clear width is measured between the face of the door and the doorstop when the door is open 90 K. I.e., a 36" door has a clear width of approx. 33". Egress doors must be at least 80" high.

What is the maximum height of the rim of a sink in a barrier-free application? a. 27" b. 29" c. 34" d. 36"

c. 34"

What is the minimum clearance for an accessible restroom stall? a. 32" b. 28" c. 36" d. 24"

c. 36"

What is the maximum grab bar height in a barrier-free commercial restroom? a. 28" b. 33" c. 36" d. 30"

c. 36" Must be between 33-36" AFF

What is the minimum distance between a double door vestibule- one swings in and one swings out of the vestibule? a. 3 times the width of the door b. 2 times the width of the door c. 48" plus the width of the door at 90 degrees d. 48" clear

c. 48" plus the width of the door at 90 degrees

What is the minimum clear space to make a 180 degree turn in a wheelchair? a. 3'-6" b. 4'-6" c. 5'-0"

c. 5'-0"

In a barrier free interior, the floor on both sides of a door must be level for a minimum of: a. 36" b. 48" c. 60" d. 72"

c. 60"

What is the minimum percentage of a building's appraised value that would cause an alteration to comply with handicapped codes? a. 40% b. 50% c. 60% d. 80%

c. 60% (according to UBC)

A wall sconce you have specified will protrude 6" from the wall. What is the minimum height AFF at which the fixture can be installed? a. 72" b. 76" c. 80" d. 84"

c. 80" Protruding objects on a wall can be no more than 4" deep if located between 27"-80" AFF.

There are a number of considerations that are important in designing a safe and accessible residential bathroom. Which of the following is NOT a consideration? a. There should be at least 48 inches of clear space in front of a lavatory. b. Ground fault circuit interrupters must be specified on all receptacles. c. A mechanical ventilation system must be provided. d. The minimum clearance from the center of the toilet to any obstruction is 16-18 inches, minimum.

c. A mechanical ventilation system must be provided. (not a safety or accessibility issue)

To give a sofa a heavy appearance, the designer should use which of the following color combinations 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. A light colored sofa of any hue and a dark value wall color c. A sofa with a warm hue and dark value and a much lighter wall color d. A sofa with a light, cool color and a wall color of similar value and hue

c. A sofa with a warm hue and dark value and a much lighter wall color Because warm colors tend to advance and darker values ten to make objects look heavier, Option C is the best choice, especially when the sofa is contrasted with a lighter background. Option B is the next most correct response, but there is no indication whether the sofa is a warm or cool hue. A warm color, as in option C would tend to make the sofa appear heavier.

Interior wall and ceiling textile finishes are classified in accordance with which IBC specific testing method or standard? a. NFPA 701 b. NFPA 286 c. ASTM E-84 d. NFPA 265

c. ASTM E-84 (Steiner Tunnel Test - Flame spread rating of finishes)

A dining room has an abundance of trim moulding and built-in corner cupboard. Painting this woodwork a satin finish of the wall color will: a. Emphasize this detail b. De-emphasize and diminish the room size c. Contribute to the rooms spaciousness d. Highlight wood and interest in its detail

c. Contribute to the rooms spaciousness ( since it is the same color, ,ales the cupboard recede, creating a spacious feeling, however it does not actually contribute to the physical spaciousness of the room, only the perception)

The majority of building codes in the United States are established by a. federal codes b. model code writing agencies c. state governments d. local governments

c. II, III, and V Normally. the three parts are identified as they go from the least protected to the most protected: exit access, exit, and exit discharge.

Which of these statements are not true? a. In some situations the class rating of finishes may be reduced if sprinkler systems are provided b. Different parts of an occupancy can have different fire ratings. c. If the finish on a wall is rated, the wall itself does not have to be rated.

c. If the finish on a wall is rated, the wall itself does not have to be rated.

LEED stands for a. Low Energy Environmental Developer. b. Leadership in Energy Efficient Design. c. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. d. Lighting, Electricity and Environmental Dynamics.

c. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.

To test for flammability of a carpet, which test would be used? a. Steiner tunnel test b. Radiant panel test c. Methenamine pill test

c. Methenamine pill test (Flammability)

A designer is planning a library in which tall bookshelves will be used. If the project is located in a city that has adopted the International Building Code, where would the designer look to find requirements on the minimum allowable space between the top of the shelving and the sprinkler heads in the ceiling? a. IBC b. International Mechanical Code c. NFPA13 d. IPC

c. NFPA13 The International Building Code refers to NFPA13 in detailing the requirements of sprinkler system design and installation. The other model codes refer to NFPA13 as well.

Which of the following statements is LEAST accurate in describing balance? a. A balanced composition drawn in an elevation can appear imbalanced when constructed in three dimensions. b. A collection of small elements of various textures appears "heavier" than a very large object with no texture. c. Placement is more important than the visual weight of an object when viewing an entire composition. d. Generally, neutral colors appear lighter than bright colors.

c. Placement is more important than the visual weight of an object when viewing an entire composition. All other things being equal, people tend to perceive the color, texture, shape, and other aspects of visual weight more than placement.

Which of the following is NOT a category in the LEED rating system? a. Innovation and design practice. b. Water efficiency. c. Recycling. d. Materials and resources.

c. Recycling. (Recycling is included in the rating system, but is not one of the "categories." Recycling falls under the category "materials and resources" as a prerequisite)

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.

In order to specify an acceptable type of wall covering, which of the following tests should the designer require that the wall covering pass? a. methenamine pill test b. smoke density chamber test c. Steiner tunnel test d. vertical ignition test

c. Steiner tunnel test The Steiner tunnel test (ASTM E84) is used to measure the flammability of wall finishes and is the test most often required in building codes. The methenamine pill test is for carpet. The smoke density test does not measure flame spread, which is of vital importance. The vertical ignition test is for window coverings.

In what situation would a high contrast confuse someone with visual impairments? a. Nosing and tread b. Flooring material contrasting with furnishings in the space c. Stripe across a corridor d. Wall materials contrasting with the floor

c. Stripe across a corridor A color's effect also depends greatly on its value and intensity. A light value of a hue will make a room appear larger, while the same hue in a darker value will make the room appear smaller.

Which type is the worst performance on the Steiner Tunnel Test? a. Type A b. Type B c. Type C d. Type D

c. Type C

Overall department relationships of a large company being planned to occupy a multistory building would most likely be shown in a. a block diagram b. an adjacency matrix c. a stacking diagram d. a bubble diagram

c. a stacking diagram By using the word department, the question implies that the company is large and will occupy a multistory building and thus will occupy multiple floors. To show overall departmental relationships (rather than individual space relationships), a stacking diagram is used. Then individual block diagrams or bubble diagrams are developed for each floor

Which of the following rooms or areas would NOT be allowed as a path of travel for a means of egress? a. a secretarial area in an insurance firm b. a reception area in an attorney's office c. a storage/file room in an accounting firm d. the front lobby of a large advertising firm

c. a storage/file room in an accounting firm Existing is not permitted though kitchens, storerooms, restrooms, closets, or similar spaces. Also sleeping areas cannot exit into another sleeping area. IBC allows exiting though foyers, lobbies, and reception rooms. It also allows passage through stockrooms in the Group M occupancies if certain conditions are met

The most restrictive type of occupancy classification is: a. residential b. business c. assembly d. mercantile

c. assembly (because of the large volume of people these spaces hold)

The necessary tools for bubble diagramming are: a. tracing paper, templates, pencil and a base plan b. tracing paper, pencil, scale, triangles and a parallel edge c. base plan, tracing paper, a scale and a pencil d. base plan, tracing paper, a pencil, templates and triangles

c. base plan, tracing paper, a scale and a pencil (used for basic spatial relationships)

A lady with mobility issues moves into a 33-year-old house and needs to replace the windows. Which windows would you specify? a. double hung b. fixed windows c. crank casement d. jaliouse window for air ventilation

c. crank casement (Requires less physical strength to operate)

You have been asked to design a call center that receives calls 24-hours a day from various catalog shoppers across the country. Three shifts of employees use each workstation. When considering design: The most important anthropometric need will be: a. selecting finishes in neutral colors to please all employees b. specifying low panels to allow for air circulation c. creating enough space in each workstation to accommodate variety in employee physical size d. specifying adjustable chairs and keyboards

c. creating enough space in each workstation to accommodate variety in employee physical size Anthropometrics relates to size, proportion, and range of motion of the human body.

Design research is an integral element in: a. the selection of sub-contractors b. design sketching techniques c. design programming d. establishing the project's budget process

c. design programming

What is not included in the Life Safety Code? a. ceiling heights b. handrails c. electrical wiring

c. electrical wiring

Important criteria for designing a lighting cove detail would include all of the following EXCEPT a. cost b. design intent c. ergonomics d. substrates

c. ergonomics Ergonomic design would not be a criterion for a design of something that people did not come in direct contact with.

The adjacency matrix is used to: a. formulate design presentation patterns b. create pairing patterns for power and data distribution c. establish space planning relationship priorities d. establish fresh air and view requirements for habitable rooms

c. establish space planning relationship priorities

A client complains that her office is too hot. The interior designer could most easily improve the situation by suggesting an accessory that affects: a. convection b. ventilation c. evaporation d. conduction

c. evaporation Because the question mentions an accessory and ease of use, a simple table fan would be the most logical suggestion to make. Creating air movement would increase evaporation from a person's skin, thereby cooling it.

The lobby of a building from the stair enclosure to the exterior door is called: a. exit passageway. b. exit access. c. exit discharge. d. exit refuge.

c. exit discharge. Means of egress consists of 3 parts: 1. Exit access - leads to the entrance of an exit. 2. Exit - provides protected path between access and discharge; fully-enclosed; fire-rated construction. 3. Exit discharge - portion of an exit between the termination of an exit and a public way; typically include portions outside the exterior walls, such as exit balconies, stairways, and courts; may also include lobbies in multi-story buildings if certain conditions are met.

Which of the following areas have the most stringent fire codes? a. kitchen b. exit corridor c. exit stair d. public toilet

c. exit stair (Reference NFPA, Chapter 4 "Means of Egress")

Adjacency requirements for the physical movement of goods in a manufacturing plant would be best illustrated with: a. aadjacency matrix b. bubble diagram c. flow chart d. stacking diagram

c. flow chart In a manufacturing plant, goods travel from one station to another during the process of fabrication. A flow diagram would show both the adjacencies as well as the steps in the process of manufacturing. A bubble diagram would show the adjacencies but not the specific sequence of manufacturing. An adjacency matrix and stacking diagram would not adequately illustrate the relationships.

In arranging exits in a space, what should be the minimum distance between means of egress? a. 200" b. the distance of the diagonal of the building area c. half the distance of the diagonal of the building area d. twice the distance of the diagonal of the building area

c. half the distance of the diagonal of the building area The reason for this is to position the exits far enough apart so that a fire or emergency will not block BOTH exits

A casual restaurant uses dining tables with identical bases but with table tops that are different shapes and colors. The tables are equally spaced and distributed evenly within a square space. This configuration primarily illustrates which design principle? a. Symmetrical balance b. variety c. harmony d. rhythm

c. harmony If you think this question belongs in chapter 3 you would be correct. I just put it in here to see if you were paying attention! Because different table tops are related to each other by a common characteristic (the identical bases) this configurations best represents harmony. The symmetrical balance and the equally spaced and distributed tables represents a secondary principle that would probably not be as visible as the difference in table tops. Variety is incorrect because the table tops are closely related to the bases.

During space planning, the designer must locate a 36 in door leading from a corridor, where limited space is available, into another room. One option is to orient the corridor either perpendicular or parallel to the wall separating the corridor from the room and to swing the door in any direction. The door will have a latch only, with no closer. In order to provide for accessibility and minimize the width of the corridor, which of the following door orientations and approach directions would best meet the criteria? a. front approach, door swings into room b. latch side approach, door swings into corridor c. hinge side approach, door swings into room d. front approach, door swings into corridor

c. hinge side approach, door swings into room Required maneuvering clearances indicate that the side approach with the door swinging into the room only requires a minimum of 42 in (assuming the door has no closer). This would allow the use of a 44 in minimum corridor. The front approach (door swings into room) and latch side approach (door swings into corridor) both require a minimum of 48 in. The front approach (door swings into corridor) would require a 60 in corridor (a 36 in door plus 24 in of side clearance).

In designing interiors to be free of barriers for handicapped or disabled persons, current reference literature: a. is confined to the chair bound b. concentrated on the manipulatory and ambulant disabled c. includes the blind and deaf as well as the manipulatory and ambulatory d. includes mental as well as physical handicaps

c. includes the blind and deaf as well as the manipulatory and ambulatory

In addition to being decorative, tapestries in Gothic and Renaissance castles a. reduced the amount of sound reflection within a room b. minimized drafts c. increased the mean radiant temperature d. reduced heat loss by increasing the insulating value of the walls

c. increased the mean radiant temperature Tapestries served all four purposes listed, but the primary advantage was to decrease heat loss through radiation by covering the cold stone walls with an insulating material. This, in effect, raised the mean radiant temperature.

What is not determined in a code search? a. occupancy load b. building type c. installation of acoustical method

c. installation of acoustical method

Research is an important aspect of programming. Research involves: a. surveys, questionnaires, observation, furniture placement. b. observation, interviews, comparison shopping, material selection. c. interviews, surveys, questionnaires, background reading, observation. d. background reading, room mock-ups, surveys, observation, focus groups

c. interviews, surveys, questionnaires, background reading, observation. a- furniture placement happens in later phases b- material selection happens in later phases d- mock ups happen at later phases

When calculating floor area of a building for egress considerations, which is included in the net floor area of the building? a. corridors b. toilet rooms c. kitchens d. stairways

c. kitchens Net area does NOT include primary and secondary circulation space, closets, electrical & telephone equipment rooms, exterior walls, or the building core. For example, it would not include the public circulation of a leased building or corridors in leased areas that connect to the primary circulation areas of the building. Gross area includes stairs, corridors, toilet rooms, mechanical rooms, closets, and interior partition thicknesses. From NFPA 101 Life Safety Code: 3.3.19.2.1* Gross Floor Area. The floor area within the inside perimeter of the outside walls of the building under consideration with no deduction for hallways, stairs, closets, thickness of interior walls, columns, or other features. 3.3.19.2.2 Net Floor Area. The floor area within the inside perimeter of the outside walls, or the outside walls and fire walls of the building under consideration with deductions for hallways, stairs, closets, thickness of interior walls, columns, or other features

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 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 is not a realistic test on carpet because the material is tested on top of the tunnel.

Window treatments in office buildings: a. are not considered in fire ratings since they are not permanently attached and are located on the exterior of a building. b. meet fire ratings if the fabric is treated with a fire retardant finish. c. must meet NFPA 701. d. must be flame resistant and not exceed 20% of the aggregate area of walls and ceilings

c. must meet NFPA 701. (Vertical ignition test)

What should the distance between two fire exits be? a. 25' apart b. travel distance exceeds 150' c. no less than half the distance of the diagonal d. no less than the distance of the diagonal

c. no less than half the distance of the diagonal

Which of the following wall and partition assemblies is INCORRECT with respect to the indicated fire rating? a. wood 2x4 studs, 5/8" gypsum plaster on metal lath each side, 5 1/4" face-to-face thickness = 1 hour fire resistance rating b. noncombustible metal studs, two layers of 1/2" Type-X gypsum lath each side, 3 5/8" face-to- face thickness = 2 hour fire resistance rating c. noncombustible metal studs, 5/8" gypsum plaster on metal lath each side, 4 3/4" face-to-face thickness = 2 hour fire resistance rating d. wood 2x4 studs, 5/8" Type-X gypsum wallboard each side, 4 3/4" face-to-face thickness = 1 hour fire resistance rating

c. noncombustible metal studs, 5/8" gypsum plaster on metal lath each side, 4 3/4" face-to-face thickness = 2 hour fire resistance rating (This would be a 1 hour rating)

The minimum number of toilet fixtures required for an interior design remodeling is determined by occupant load and a. accessibility requirements b. building type c. occupancy group d. square footage

c. occupancy group The International Plumbing Code and similar model codes base toilet fixture requirements on the basic use or occupancy of the building.

Room signage in a hospital should be mounted? a. centered on door b. on latch side of door c. on wall on latch side of door

c. on wall on latch side of door

When designing a computer workstation, which of the following factors is LEAST important? a. keyboard height b. vdt angle c. screen glare d. work-surface depth

c. screen glare

What is the best cabinet door hinge for a blind person? a. piano b. concealed c. self-closing

c. self-closing

Life safety codes a. are primarily intended to protect property from fire damage. b. are used in some jurisdictions instead of building codes. c. specify the location and number of exits in a building. d. consider all factors necessary to produce safe buildings.

c. specify the location and number of exits in a building.

Design programming can be made difficult when: a. the client's computer system malfunctions during the programming process b. the general contractor creates delays in the project's time schedule c. the client group has unresolved internal conflict that impede the data gathering process d. detailed equipment information is not forthcoming from the manufacturer

c. the client group has unresolved internal conflict that impede the data gathering process b- isn't correct because the contractor isn't involved at this point

A designer is developing a space plan for a full floor tenant in a high-rise building. What two things does the designer need to know when determining the maximum travel distance? a. the construction type and height of the building b. the occupancy classification and whether the design involves an exit or exit access c. the occupancy classification and whether the building is sprinklered d. the construction type and whether the building is sprinklered

c. the occupancy classification and whether the building is sprinklered The primary consideration for travel distance is whether or not the building is sprinklered. Then the codes may decrease the distance for certain occupancies.

Working under the IBC, a designer has calculated that a total exit width of 8 ft is required from a store. What combination of door widths would meet most exiting requirements? a. one 36 in door remotely located from a pair of 34 in doors b. a pair of 32 in doors remotely located from one 38 in door c. three 36 in doors remotely located d. three 34 in doors remotely located

c. three 36 in doors remotely located Options A, B, and D include doors that would provide less than a clear 32" wide opening

What does VOC stand for? a. volatile off-gassing compound b. very offensive component c. volatile organic compound d. varied organic component

c. volatile organic compound

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, but a wall-hung lavatory gives the most open access, usually exceeding the minimum requirements.

What is the best type of handicap toilet to be installed? a. pedestal b. floor mounted c. wall mounted d. special bidet

c. wall mounted

What color is used for caution in hazardous areas? a. blue b. red c. yellow

c. yellow

Your firm has just signed an Owner/Designer Agreement with a new client for the design of a small boutique hotel to be located in a structurally sound, gutted and vacant light industrial/ warehouse building in a rapidly- changing area on the edge of the current central business district. Because the client is new to the hotel business, they are approaching the project from a fresh point of view. They expect the finished product to include approximately 30 guest accommodations, a small restaurant open to the public, limited conference facilities, a modest lobby, and the necessary housekeeping/ support functions. The initial programming meeting with the client has been scheduled. Which specialty consultants may be important to bring to the first programming meeting with the boutique hotel client? a. construction technologies b. attorneys specializing in construction litigation c. zoning code specialists d. construction specifications specialists

c. zoning code specialists (always want to make sure the project and its components are possible first)

The minimum depth required for accessible lavatories is: a. 24" b. 21" c. 19" d. 17"

d. 17" Must be between 17"-19". Also , the max height is 34" AFF

When completing an interior design furniture plan, it is important to give consideration to any furnishings that could come close to the sprinkler heads of the building. The codes require that any panels or furnishings be at least ___ away from the sprinkler head deflectors. a. 9 inches b. 12 inches c. 15 inches d. 18 inches

d. 18 inches

Maximum counter height used for writing from a wheelchair: a. 36" b. 34" c. 29" d. 30"

d. 30"

As measured from the nosing, a handrail for barrier-free design must have a height of a. 28in to 32in b. 30in to 34in c. 32in to 36in d. 34in to 38in

d. 34in to 38in

What agency sets the standard for testing for flammability of carpet? a. Health and Human Services b. Consumer Product Safety c. OSHA d. ASTM

d. ASTM

What is one of the most commonly used flammability tests for building construction, such as wall and ceiling assemblies? a. UL b. NFPA 358 c. ASTM E-84 d. ASTM E-119

d. ASTM E-119 (walls/floors/ceiling assembly test - fire ratings)

Which test gives the most accurate evaluation of the safety of a partition system? a. ASTM E84, Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials b. Steiner tunnel test c. room corner test d. ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials

d. ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials ASTM E119 tests the entire assembly, not just the finish materials like ASTM E84 (also known as the Steiner tunnel test). The ASTM E119 test is best at evaluating any barrier, like a partition, that is intended to prevent the spread of fire.

Which pigment color absorbs the most light? a. Red b. Blue c. Green d. Black

d. Black The color of an object is conveyed by the color of light the object absorbs and the amount of light it reflects to the eye. For example, a blue object absorbs, or subtracts most of the colors of light except blue, which is reflected to the eye. When all the colors of a pigment are present in equal amounts, the viewer perceives no color, or black.

To create the most vivid and easily perceived color-coding system in an elderly housing facility, the interior designer should use which of the following combinations? a. Bright color against a background of non-complimentary color b. Light colors on a dark background c. Dark colors on a light background d. Both b and c

d. Both b and c (non-complementary colors may be too close to each other in hue; their difference may be too subtle) Both B & C would work because highly saturated, complementary colors reinforce each other. The goal is to create the highest contrast and be easiest to see for people of all ages. Per ADA accessibility guidelines for signage, signs are more legible for persons with low vision when characters contrast as much as possible with their background.

What color would you choose for a hospital waiting room where tensions run high and you need to soothe patients and family? a. Red b. Orange c. Bright Yellow d. Cool Blue

d. Cool Blue Psychology of color: cool colors (blue, green, violet) are perceived as restful and quiet. Green= nature, cool and restful. Blue= calming, restful, dignified. Warm colors (red, orange, yellow) are perceived as active & stimulating. Reds= exciting and hot. Yellow= cheerful

Sustainability affects which of the following traditional components to every design decision? i. Cost. ii. Function. iii. Aesthetics. iv. Time. a. I and III b. I and II c. I, II, and IV d. I, II, III, and IV

d. I, II, III, and IV

Which room would be most appropriate for a work environment? a. Painted blue with no windows b. Painted Yellow c. Painted white with windows d. Painted green with windows

d. Painted green with windows White paint will create glare and therefore increase muscle fatigue in the eye. Windows are important for changing the environment because monotonous surroundings can cause concentration to deteriorate and time to pass more slowly. Green is a cool color and conjures nature as well as a calming environment.

What is a typical social seating arrangement for two people at a rectangular table? a. Positions 4&5 b. Positions 2&5 c. Positions 2&4 d. Positions 2&3 6 _______ 5 I______I 1 4 I______I 2 I______I 3

d. Positions 2&3 Seating Arrangements: Intimate conversation- 2 people will sit across the corner of the table or next to each other on a sofa. Formal/competitive- 2 people will sit across from each other. No social contact desired- 2 people will take chairs at opposite corners of a table. Round tables foster more cooperation and equality among those seated around them, Rectangular tables make cooperation more difficult and establish the person sitting at the end in a more superior position.

Which of the following would not typically be used to test upholstery fabric for a lounge chair? a. Smolder Resistance Test b. Steiner Tunnel Test c. Smoke Density Test d. Radiant Panel Test

d. Radiant Panel Test (used for FLOORING)

A good selection for lighting to enhance the appearance of a rough, paltered wall would be: a. Fluorescent cove up lighting 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 incandescent close to the wall

d. Recessed incandescent close to the wall To accentuate the rough wall, you would want grazing light. Among the choices listed, point sources close to the wall such as recessed incandescent would do the job best. The other types of lighting would tend to flatten the surface.

Which of the following statements is generally FALSE regarding programming interviews? a. They can verify the accuracy of questionnaires. b. They minimize inaccurate results from ambiguous questions. c. They allow for the revelation of information that the programmer may not have considered. d. They make efficient use of the interviewer's time.

d. They make efficient use of the interviewer's time. Because programming interviews consume so much time and often require two people to conduct, and because interviewees tend to talk more than is necessary, interviews are a very inefficient, although valuable, way to verify information.

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 V.

The use of particleboard as part of a construction detail should be carefully evaluated in terms of the particleboards a. availability b. permeability c. strength d. VOC content

d. VOC content Most particleboard contains formaldehyde and may contain other volatile organic compounds. The other options are incorrect because particleboard is readily available and strong enough for architectural woodwork details and other uses. Permeability, which is the ability to transfer moisture, is not a factor, because the particleboard would only be used as a substrate for other finishes.

Building codes are primarily concerned with: a. hazardous materials and construction requirements b. height of buildings and occupancy loads c. fire egress and extinguishing systems d. all of the above

d. all of the above

The Life Safety Code has been developed by the National Fire Protection Association and is specific in the following areas: a. egress facilities, fire-protection equipment, smoke control, sprinklers b. fire-protection equipment, smoke control, egress facilities c. interior finishes, egress facilities, fire-protection equipment, smoke control d. all of the above

d. all of the above Life Safety Code addresses the following: Danger to Life from Fire. The Code addresses those construction, protection, and occupancy features necessary to minimize danger to life from the effects of fire, including smoke, heat, and toxic gases created during a fire. Egress Facilities. The Code establishes minimum criteria for the design of egress facilities so as to allow prompt escape of occupants from buildings or, where desirable, into safe areas within buildings. Other Fire-Related Considerations. The Code addresses other considerations that are essential to life safety in recognition of the fact that life safety is more than a matter of egress. The Code also addresses protective features and systems, building services, operating features, maintenance activities, and other provisions in recognition of the fact that achieving an acceptable degree of life safety depends on additional safeguards to provide adequate egress time or protection for people exposed to fire. Considerations Not Related to Fire. The Code also addresses other considerations that, while important in fire conditions, provide an ongoing benefit in other conditions of use, including non-fire emergencies. Areas Not Addressed. The Code does not address the following: (1)General fire prevention or building construction features that are normally a function of fire prevention codes and building codes

At a minimum, a programming report should include all of the following EXCEPT a. space adjacencies b. budget requirements c. area requirements d. an executive summary

d. an executive summary Although an executive summary is usually advisable in a formal, written programming report, it is not as necessary as the other three items, all of which are critical to define and present to the client.

When colors near each other on the standard color wheel are used together, the scheme is called: a. Monochromatic b. triad c. complementary d. analogous

d. analogous Options B and C are incorrect because they use colors that are widely separated around the color wheel. Option A is incorrect because monochromatic scheme uses only one hue with variations only in value and intensity,

Select the most correct statement. Building codes a. suggest ideal solutions to technical construction problems. b. are intended to insure that buildings will be structurally safe until the arrival of the fire department. c. are concerned only with assemblies of construction materials and systems, whereas zoning codes deal with the uses of a building. d. are concerned with containing fires so that a fire in one building will not damage other buildings.

d. are concerned with containing fires so that a fire in one building will not damage other buildings.

The given diagram BEST represents which of the following principles? a. proportion b. scale c. rhythm d. balance

d. balance From the diagram there is no apparent size relationship among the different forms and no relationship to an object of known size, so options A and B are not good choices. Option C is incorrect because there is no repetition of a regular pattern even though the forms are all circles.

A ramp for the handicapped must have landing with a minimum area of 5'x5': a. every 12 lineal feet b. at the top and bottom of the ramp Page 10 c. wherever ramp changes direction d. both B and C

d. both B and C

If the interior is meant for sedentary tasks, for severe use of the eye or mind, it is best to: a. increase the brightness of the environment b. reduce the brightness of the environment c. use medium tones of color on the walls, floors, and equipment with extra light over tasks d. both b and c

d. both b and c Contrast is important in lighting, however, excessive contrast causes the iris to open and close constantly as it tried to compensate for variations in the illumination, causing eye strain and fatigue. Brightness ratios typically range 3:1 between the task & immediate surroundings, 5:1 between the task & nearby general surroundings, and 10:1 between the task and remote surrounds. Excessive brightness contrast can cause glare and make seeing difficult and promote eye fatigue. Uniformity of lighting is comfortable and pleasant, however, complete uniformity is not usually desirable and makes a space dull & monotonous. A task-ambient lighting system creates a pleasant work environment. This system provides general background illumination levels with separate light fixtures used at individual workstations. More light is located at the task. These systems are energy-efficient and respond to individual lighting needs. An indirect lighting system with local, adjustable task lighting would be appropriate for a room with computer terminals in order to avoid glare.

Planning an interior in a building with an atrium would suggest which of the following concepts? a. axial b. grid c. radial d. central

d. central An atrium could be incorporate into any of the concepts listed, but it is most often used in a central scheme where most of the functions focus on the atrium and its activities.

When considering the initial space planning of an accessible toilet room, which of the following design elements should be of most concern? a. door swing and toilet position b. grab bar location and approach dimension c. stall depth and grab bar location d. door swing and approach dimension

d. door swing and approach dimension The size of accessible stalls, whether standard, end, or row type, is more or less fixed. Factors that could affect the total space required would be use of an inswing door (which adds to the area required) and whether the design uses a side or front approach (latch side takes the least room). Grab bar locations and the toilet partition relative to the stall are fixed and would not be of initial concern.

What is not a requirement of a handicapped accessible tub? a. spray shower hand unit b. faucet in control area c. shower seat at tub head d. enclosures

d. enclosures Per ADAAG 4.20 - Bathtubs, If enclosures are provided, they shall not obstruct controls or the transfer from wheelchair into tub

What are the 4 types of disability covered by the ADA? a. cognitive, sensory, mobility, dexterity b. psychological, sensory, dexterity, mobility c. mobility, cognitive, psychological, visual d. hearing, visual, mobility, dexterity

d. hearing, visual, mobility, dexterity

A completed design program document: a. should never be revised b. is no longer useful after the design process has been started c. is unrelated to space planning d. is often revised during the following design phases of the project

d. is often revised during the following design phases of the project

The three parts of a means of egress include the i. public way ii. exit iii. exit access iv. exit enclosure v. exit discharge vi. corridor a. I, II, and III b. I, III, and VI c. II, III, and V d. II, IV, and V

d. local governments Any rights not specifically reserved for the federal government by the United States Constitution revert to individual states. The states, in turn, can delegate control of construction to local jurisdictions. Only a few states have a state building code. In nearly all cases, the local or state code is based on the IBC or one of the model codes.

Proxemics might assist a designer in: a. deciding on the size of a doctor's examination room b. determining where to locate the office of the president within an office suite c. planning the size and shape of a conference table d. making decisions about the type and spacing of seating in an audiovisual presentation room

d. making decisions about the type and spacing of seating in an audiovisual presentation room Proxemics is the application of knowledge about personal space needs to actual space planning. Determining the design of seating where people will be close to each other is the most likely situation for the four options where proxemics would be used

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 c. flooring manufacturer d. material safety data sheet

d. material safety data sheet Although the cleaning agent manufacturer would possibly provide warnings about the health effects of its products, the most unbiased source is the material 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

If a material does not burn, it is considered to be a. fire retardant b. fire rated c. flame resistant d. noncombustible

d. noncombustible By definition, a material that does not ignite or burn is considered noncombustible.

The Criteria Matrix is a technique for: a. establishing construction schedules b. identifying design budget processes c. creating geometric floor patterns d. organizing design programming data

d. organizing design programming data

A Designer will develop an initial budget during which phase of the project? a. contract documentation b. contract administration c. design development d. programming

d. programming

The basic furniture requirements for a client design project are determined during which of the following phases? a. block diagramming b. design c. furniture layout d. programming

d. programming

A composition of furniture and architectural elements organized around three or more axes intersecting at the common point most likely represents what type of balance? a. bilateral b. asymmetrical c. symmetrical d. radial

d. radial

Certified contractors are required to abate all of the following hazardous materials EXCEPT a. asbestos b. lead c. PCBs d. radon

d. radon Although it is sometimes done by a specialty contractor, radon detection and remediation can be done by anyone

A series of workstations is arranged in a row. All are identical except that the acoustical panels surrounding each workstation are covered with a fabric that has a color of a lighter tint than the workstation in front of it. This best illustrates an example of which design principle? a. gradation b. unity c. repetition d. rhythm

d. rhythm Gradation is the gradual modification of some feature of a composition, which a series of color changes exemplifies. Although gradation is technically a correct answer, it is not the MOST correct. The most correct id option D because the question asks what design principle and gradation is a type of rhythm, not a principle itself. Option C is incorrect because repetition is the multiple use of an element.

You have been asked to design a call center that receives calls 24-hours a day from various catalog shoppers across the country. Three shifts of employees use each workstation. When considering design: The most important ergonomic need will be: a. selecting finishes in neutral colors to please all employees b. specifying low panels to allow for air circulation c. creating enough space in each workstation to accommodate variety in employee physical size d. specifying adjustable chairs and keyboards

d. specifying adjustable chairs and keyboards Ergonomics is the relationship between human physiology and the physical environment; how humans react with objects, such as chairs, desks, etc

In designing a new space, the interior designer can influence life safety the most by coordinating with consultants concerning a. compartmentation b. fire detection c. smoke control d. sprinklers

d. sprinklers The interior designer would most likely be able to influence the design of sprinklers by coordinating with the mechanical or fire protection engineer during the construction documents phase of a project. For example, the interior designer could request that sprinklers be placed in certain positions or that additional sprinklers be installed. Compartmentation and smoke control are already designed by the architect and mechanical engineer in the original plans of the building, and there would be little the designer could do to change these elements. Fire detection is determined by the local building code and the type of building and occupancy, so little influence by the designer is possible.

In a hazardous situation where safety glazing is required, you should specify: a. float glass b. wire glass c. patterned glass d. tempered glass

d. tempered glass When they refer to hazardous, this means "subject to human impact." Hazardous situations require safety glazing. Laminated glass and tempered glass are both considered safety glazing. These 2 types of glass have high impact resistance and either break into tiny pieces rather than shards (tempered glass) or the pieces are held together by the interlayer (laminated glass). If you need a glass for fire-rating, you must use wire glass. Therefore, remember: HAZARDOUS = SAFETY GLAZING (TEMPERED or LAMINATED) FIRE = FIRE-RATED (WIRE GLASS)

The two most important factors in determining the number of exits required for a particular room or space are a. occupancy and the distance from the room exit to the building exit b. the exit widths and common path of egress travel c. the occupant load and building size d. the occupancy and the occupant load

d. the occupancy and the occupant load

When discussing building limitations in the building code, the issue of "protected" and "unprotected" is often a source of confusion. "Protected" means: a. the building uses an automatic sprinkler system b. mill construction or heavy timers are used c. a fire wall or party wall has been used d. the structural elements of the building have been treated to increase their fire resistance

d. the structural elements of the building have been treated to increase their fire resistance When referring to "protected" as a general term, it will typically be in reference to fire protection. Answer D encompasses all elements of "increasing fire resistance" of a building. Answer A and C would be individual ways in which fire resistance / suppression could be attained.

In a 90,000 ft2, single-story office building, what would be of greatest concern in space planning? a. dead-end corridors b. corridor widths c. horizontal exits d. travel distances

d. travel distances A 90,000 ft2 building would be approximately 300 ft2 or about 250 ft wide and 360 ft long. The size combined with typical rectangular planning of corridors would create very long distances to exits.

The most cost effective design strategy a designer can use to maximize daylight involves: a. changing the type of glazing b. increasing the head height if glazing c. installing a light shelf d. specifying a highly reflective paint

specifying a highly reflective paint most cost effective option