fx | miscellaneous questions Flashcards
what is gross area?
the construction area; the floor area within the building’s face including the thickness of exterior walls and vertical penetrations
what is rentable area?
the floor area that the tenant pays rent on
which spaces are included in the rentable area?
- interior floor area (excluding shafts, elevators, stairs)
- structural elements (columns)
- interior + exterior wall thickness
what is the calculation for efficiency factor?
efficiency factor = net area / occupant area
what is occupant area?
the total portion of a building being actively used by a tenant
what is primary circulation?
the main route connecting the building’s core to common spaces
what is secondary circulation?
the private circulation that connects to the primary circulation
what is the circulation multiplier?
a factor used to estimate the total amount of circulation needed within a space; typically expressed as a ratio of net area to circulation area
what is the calculation for the circulation multiplier?
circulation multiplier = net square footage / circulation area
what is net area (nsf)?
the space required for the function of a space / program area
ex: the net area of an 8’ x 8’ workstation is 64 nsf. the net area of 10 workstations would then be 640 nsf in addition to any circulation space
what is usable area?
the space occupied by tenants
ex: tenant-exclusive space or suites
what is circulation factor?
the percentage of usable area that consists of circulation area
what is the difference between circulation multiplier and circulation factor?
the multiplier is used to plan the amount of circulation space that will be needed
the factor is the percentage of usable area that consists of circulation area
what factor activates sprinkler heads?
heat - individual sprinkler heads have a heat sensitive element; when heat exceeds a certain threshold, the sprinkler is activated
what is the best outlet combination to have ample power and data connections to address the maximum number of device connections?
- a - (4) standard usb ports
- e - (2) grounded outlets and (1) usb-c mini-port and (1) standard usb port
- c - (2) grounded outlets and (2) usb-c mini-ports
- f - standard duplex outlet
e - (2) grounded outlets and (1) usb-c mini-port and (1) standard usb port
usb-c was developed by the usb-if and has broad acceptance across technology manufacturers
this option offers a variety of connection types for a variety of devices + device needs
what is the best combination of dimensions for a stair serving a sleeping loft in a condominium where space is at a premium and the floor-to-floor dimension is 9’-4”?
- 8” x 11”
- 8” x 10”
- 7” x 11”
- 7” x 10”
7” x 10”
according to 2018 ibc 1011.5.2, the maximum riser height is 7 3/4”, so an 8” riser cannot be used. the minimum tread depth for an r-2 + r-3 occupancy is 10”.
what are the exceptions for r-2 + r-3 riser height + tread depth according to ibc 1011.5.2?
- maximum riser height = 7 3/4”
- minimum tread depth = 10”
- nosing projection no less than 3/4”, no more than 1 1/4”
what is the best method of acoustical privacy?
- double thickness of gypsum board + insulation
- slab-to-slab partition
- partition to ceiling with insulation + gypsum board
- acoustical ceiling tile
slab-to-slab partition
why is a slab-to-slab partition good for noise control?
a slab-to-slab partition prevents sound from leaking into adjacent rooms via an above-ceiling plenum
which type of lights can be switched together?
- led + halogen
- led + fluorescent
- led + xenon
- none of these can be switched together
- any of these can be switched together
none of these can be switched together
incandescent lights are most often connected to circuits of what voltage?
120V circuits
fluorescent lights are most often connected to circuits of what voltage?
227V circuits
true or false - formal ff+e maintenance schedules are always part of the contracted design services when the designer acts as the seller of the goods
false - formal maintenance schedules can either be a separate design service OR included in the design contract
ANSI / IES RP-28-20 “Lighting and the Visual Environment for Older Adults and the Visually Impaired” is…
- a recommended practice that can be adopted as a legal document
- a consumer guide that is for residential spaces only
- a consumer guide that is for professional designers
- a recommended practice that is not a legal document
a recommended practice that is not a legal document
what is the term for the absorption of material defined by the ratio of the sound intensity absorbed by the material to the total intensity reaching the material.
coefficient of absorption
what is sound absorption?
a method of controlling unwanted sound reflections (noise), improving speech privacy, and reverberation
materials with a coefficient of absorption below 0.2 are _____________.
reflective
materials with a coefficient of absorption above 0.2 are ________________________.
sound absorbing
changing a ceiling from gypsum board to acoustic tile would most affect the room’s…?
- decibel loss
- impact insulation class
- sound transmission
- reverberation
reverberation
what is a proprietary specification?
a proprietary specification calls out a single item by brand name, manufacturer, and model number
(think equipment legend or finish legend)
what method of cost estimating is used once the design and client have an exact idea of the scope of work, but do not yet have products selected?
parameter method
what is the parameter method of cost estimating?
an expanded itemization of construction quantities + furnishings and a unit cost assigned to each item
what type of document is provided with a verification that an item was ordered correctly?
acknowledgement
an acknowledgement is issued after receiving a purchase order. the information is repeated in order to compare to the purchase order
for construction drawings, what is the most effective way to communicate large amounts of complex information in a small space?
- power plan
- project binders
- detail drawing
- schedules
schedules
who will use the finish plan?
- electrician
- wallcovering contractor
- furniture installer
- general contractor
wallcovering contractor
during a renovation project, which of the following team members would a project manager not communicate with?
- regulatory agencies
- consultants
- firm’s principles
- subcontractors
subcontractors
what classification of roof assembly depends on the cost/maintenance, appearance, energy conservation, weight, etc?
low-slope or steep slope
a slope greater than ____________ is classified as a ramp.
1:20
what is the minimum clear width of a ramp?
36”
what is the minimum dimension of one tread beyond the bottom riser?
not less than the depth of one tread beyond the bottom riser
which of these would not be found in the project manual?
- testing requirements
- performance bond
- instructions to bidders
- cost estimate
cost estimate
what is the main purpose of a CEU?
to provide lifelong learning opportunities outside of a formal degree
how would one order the following process drawings for a programming phase?
- block diagrams
- adjacency matrices
- prototype sketches
- bubble diagrams
- adjacency matrices
- bubble diagrams
- block diagrams
- prototype sketches
what is ergonomics?
the study of the relationship between human physiology and the physical environment
what is the best drawing to use when communicating the depth and dimensions of various moldings + reveals on a decorative wall?
a vertical section
a section will give more detailed information about the wall assembly + depth
should a bubble diagram address circulation?
yes, vertical and horizontal circulation is key to establishing adjacencies
preliminary space planning shows that it is impossible to satisfy all programmed adjacencies shown in the adjacency matrix. what is the best course of action?
verify whether or not the adjacencies need a physical connection, then review with the client
when is the parameter method used?
the parameter method is used when the square footage is known, but the specific finish product is not
what method of estimation can be used if the designer has decided on specific products + manufacturers?
detailed quantity takeoff method
what is the most common method of setting floor tile in a residential installation?
thin set in an adhesive typically no greater than 3/32” thick
what is thin set tile installation?
thin set uses an adhesive made from cement, fine sand, and other chemicals not greater than 3/32” thick
which test is used to test flame spread of floor coverings?
- critical radiant flux (astm e648)
- methenamine pill test (astm d2859)
critical radiant flux (astm e648)
tekton is the trade name of what material?
- olefin
- nylon
- acetate
- polyester
olefin, specifically used in carpeting + carpet backing
which letter case is considered the most legible for both neurotypical and neurodiverse individuals?
title case
what is considered the industry standard abrasion resistance test for woven textiles?
wyzenbeek abrasion resistance test
for heavy duty use, how many double rubs should a fabric exceed using the wyzenbeek method?
30,000
for heavy use, how many cycles should a fabric exceed using the martindale method?
40,000
what is the best type of light source for a small display setting?
mr16, because of the lamp size
why should a custom-blended fabric be tested using the wyzenbeek method and fade testing in a rec center reception area?
- wyzenbeek because it is the industry abrasion test standard for woven fabrics
- fade test because of the fabric’s assumed sustained exposure to sunlight
what ceiling system would one use to accommodate acoustic ceiling tile, light fixtures, supply and return air grilles, fire sprinklers, and partition attachments in a consistent, unified way?
integrated ceiling
what is the most important factor to consider when selecting finishes for a public residential application?
- resistance to fading
- flammability
- durability
- heat gain + heat loss
flammability
what is the required letter case for ada compliant signage?
uppercase letters
ansi / ies rp-28-20 - lighting and the visual environment for older adults and the visually impaired is:
- a recommended practice that is not a legal document
- a recommended practice that can be adopted as a legal document
- a consumer guide that is for professional designers
- a consumer guide that is for residential spaces only
a recommended practice that can be adopted as a legal document
what does a consumer protection complaint by a client cover?
legal action against an unaffiliated designer for unfair treatment to the client
which of the following statements is true. according to generally accepted interior design professional codes of ethics, a designer:
- must always perform services in the express interest of their client, regardless of other considerations
- is restricted in the type of legal compensation they can receive for their services
- may accept payment from suppliers as long as they disclose it to their client
- may accept any form of legal compensation from their client for their services
may accept any form of legal compensation from their client for their services
generally speaking, what is the most appropriate sequence of the following components when producing a space plan?
- general circulation
- public spaces
- spaces requiring plumbing
- other allocations
- largest spaces
- spaces requiring plumbing
- largest spaces
- general circulation
- public spaces
- other room allocations
what does it mean for a material to be treated with a flame retardant?
a material treated with a flame retardant will not burn
what is cal 117 address in furniture upholstery?
the flame retardance of resilient filling materials
what does cal 133 address in furniture?
a full-scale pass / fail test of a whole piece of furniture, rather than an individual finish
which form of stainless steel should be specified for ornamental interior applications?
steel tubing
why is steel tubing often specified for ornamental applications?
tubing costs much less that piping
which of the following is not typically required by the ahj to appear on the first sheet of the drawing set?
- construction type + occupancy
- names + addresses of all design professionals responsible for the work
- valuation of the new construction represented by the plans + specs
- the number of occupants to be accommodated on every floor and in all rooms + spaces
the number of occupants to be accommodated on every floor and in all rooms + spaces
on which sheet should the number of occupants accommodated on all floors and in all rooms + spaces be detailed?
the life safety plan
where in the construction drawings would one find a drawing that shows the assembly of a custom-designed illuminated ceiling?
- reflected ceiling plan
- structural plan
- electrical plan
- detail page
detail page
a dead-end corridor may not exceed how many feet in a sprinklered building?
50’
a dead-end corridor may not exceed how many feet in an unsprinklered building?
20’
the relative size of an object or element in comparison to another element if known size is a definition of what?
scale
which of the following aspects of acoustics should a designer be most concerned about addressing?
- production of sound
- transmission of sound
- control of sound
- effects of sound
control of sound
which of the following devices would be used to prevent the spread of smoke during a fire?
- fire suppression detector
- fire damper
- smoke damper
- ionization detector
fire damper
how does a fire damper differ from a smoke damper?
a fire damper prevents the spread of fire and smoke whereas a smoke damper resists the passage of smoke
what is the footcandle requirement for means of egress lighting?
1 footcandle
accessible, barrier-free wall mounted restroom accessories must be located how many inches aff for a side reach?
9” min - 44” max
as measured from the nosing, a handrail for barrier-free design must have a height of…
34” - 38”
what is the minimum clear floor space required for side transfer for an accessible shower?
36” x 48”
a VERTICAL grab bar at the side-wall of an accessible toilet must be mounted at what height range?
39” - 41”
a HORIZONTAL grab bar at the side-wall of an accessible toilet must be mounted at what height range?
33” - 36”
which technique produces a 3d image from which interior plans, elevations, sections, and three-dimensional models are developed?
- laser scanning
- electronic distance measurement (edm)
- orthophotogrammetry
- photogrammetry
laser scanning
which scenario is best suited to hand measuring?
- measuring spaces of moderate size and complexity
- measuring small, complex spaces
- measuring large, simple spaces
- measuring residential design projects
measuring spaces of moderate size and complexity
which plan prepared by the designer would show the location of power / switching / data?
- rcp
- power / communication plan
- furniture plan
- power plan
power / communication plan
what defines a home run?
a cable running continuously from the electric panel to the device without interruptions
