C1-KS04

Question 1

Types of Users

Answer 1

1. Homeowner — Typically an individual or couple
2. Commercial Building Owner — An individual or business with a board of directors, depending
   on the size of the building
3. Corporation — Typically the Architect interacts with a member of the board of directors who
   has been authorized to act on behalf of the board (authorized representative)
4. Board of Directors — Typically designate an authorized representative to act on behalf of the
   board
5. Real Estate Developer — An individual or a corporation
6. End user — In projects involving corporations and commercial projects, it’s important to understand that the Architect does not take direction from end user, but input could be useful during the design process

For the Project Scenario part of the
Exam, the client may be an individual,
a board of directors or trustees, or
another type of governing board.

-It is important to have an understanding of the types of users, especially for the Project Scenario portion of the Exam.

-The client may be an individual, a board of directors
(sometime referred to as a board of trustees), or another type of governing board. It is important that the board of directors designate an authorized representative to interact directly with the Architect in all matters relating to the project.

Question 2

Cultural Considerations

Answer 2

• Sensitive to cultural backgrounds

- Cultural background can influence design such as a church or synagogue or other house of worship

Question 3

Building User characters include:

Answer 3

1. Types of Users
2. Age and Activity Requirements
3. Cultural Considerations

Question 4

Knowledge of Age Group to design for

Characteristics for projects involving the Elderly

Answer 4

-less mobility, fewer stairs, more security, increased lighting levels, sensitive to material finishes, indoor air quality very important

Question 5

Characteristics for projects involving Children

Answer 5

— very active, soft surfaces, more
security, provide for adult supervision, sensitive to material finishes, indoor air
quality very important

Question 6

-Ways to address concerns on a project for a specified Cultural Group;

Answer 6

• Hire an interpreter
• Hire a cultural consultant
• Study of the culture through travel and interviews
• Attend an assembly or gathering at one of the group’s services
• Conduct interviews with members of the cultural community