Chapter 5: Site analysis Flashcards
1
Q
What is site analysis?
A
The investigation and evaluation of conditions within which the project will be completed. It’s a form of due diligence in that the designer can only competently design the interior space after knowing the context of the project.
2
Q
What tasks are involved in a site analysis?
A
- Reviewing architectural plans
- Walking the space
- Taking measurements
- Photographing
- Determining views
- Understanding the neighborhood and social context
- Documenting the space (including structure, utilities, built-ins)
- Inventory of existing FF&E
- Code analysis
- HVAC capacity
- Sustainability requirements
3
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What is included in a field survey?
A
- Size and configuration of the existing building or space
- Existing nonloadbearing partitions, built-ins
- Door and window locations
- Ceiling heights
- Electrical locations
- Exposed mechanical equipment
- Plumbing locations
- General condition
- True north
- Potential noise problems
- Architectural features
4
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What is the role of structural engineer?
A
- Locate any loadbearing walls slated for modification
- Recommend additional structure
- Advise of where floor penetrations may be made in a reinforced slab
- Calculate the amount of floor deflection expected
- Design modifications to a loadbearing wall
5
Q
What are the qualities of a sustainable site?
A
- LEED certified
- Locate a brownfield site
- Stormwater management plan
- Roofing has a high solar reflectance
- No light pollution
- High-efficiency irrigation technology
- No permanent landscaping irrigation system
- 5% of total energy through onsite renewable energy
- Bicycle storage
- Within 1/2 mile of commuter train
