IDPX Flashcards
If price is the most important factor for the owner, which specification type should you suggest?
Performance
Type of specification are most likely to give the owner the least expensive price overall, while these may create more work for the general contractor.
Performance specifications
Type of specification are easier for the designer to write and contractor to price, but when a specific brand name and options are required, this limits pricing options.
Proprietary specifications
Type of specification is a national association that produces a system or tool for writing specifications not a spec type.
CSI
Within the IPC or International Plumbing Codes, proper water-quality analysis includes “turbidity.” What is turbidity?
Biological purity
In order to support caring for an elderly family member, the designer needs to add an accessible bathroom in the client’s home. The designer must take space from two closets in two bedrooms to make enough room. the client wants a tub/shower, a toilet and lavatory.
They will install a permanent tiled shower seat. For the smallest size tub available, what is the finished size of the alcove?
30’’ x 60’’
If a passing route is less than 60″W (1525 mm), then passing spaces at least 60″ x 60″ (1525 mm x 1525 mm) must be provided at intervals not to exceed?
2-0 ft
An air handler access panel should measure a minimum of:
2’ x 2’
Safety glazing is NOT required in which of the following locations?
shower doors
glass sidelites where the sill is greater than 18” (455 mm) AFF and the sidelights are 26” (660 mm) from the door
full-height glass panels more than 12” (305 mm) from a door
glass sidelites 24” (610 mm) from a solid wood door and 2 ft (610 mm) AFF
glass sidelites 24” (610 mm) from a solid wood door and 2 ft (610 mm) AFF
What is the purpose of a resilient channel?
to improve the acoustical properties of a wall
In a high rise building, a designer often has to work around fixed pipes and pipe chases that cannot be moved. One of those pipe systems is often a standpipe.
Which of the following is the best description of a standpipe system?
Piping and valves for use as a fire protection system
Which of the following would not be included in the project notebook?
copy of all bonds
submittals
shop drawings
punch list
Copy of all bonds
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
material safety data sheet
is designed to pay subcontractors and vendors in case the general contractor defaults on his or her payments for labor and materials provided.
labor and material payment bond
In residential construction, outlets must be spaced no farther than how many feet apart?
12 ft
A standard gypsum board partition can meet a 1-hour fire rating how?
if the partition is constructed from floor slab to structural ceiling
Which of the following requires flexible ducting that is connected to main ductwork:
supply air register
What type of structural system cannot be penetrated after construction placement?
Post tensioned concrete
. In which application would it be most appropriate to install an audible visual alarm system in private mode?
Long-term acute care hospital
Which of the following would not be considered a dead load
furniture
interior walls
floors
mechanical equipment
FURNITURE
Which of the following would not be a way to minimize acoustic problems in interior planning?
use room shapes like barrel vaulted hallways and circular spaces that reflect or focus sound
place like noise level areas next to each other, i.e. a bedroom next to another bedroom
use buffer spaces like closets and hallways to separate noise producing spaces whenever possible
stagger doorways in halls and other areas to avoid a straight line path for noise
use room shapes like barrel vaulted hallways and circular spaces that reflect or focus sound
Which part of the HVAC system transports heated or cooled air to interior spaces for supply and return?
DUCTS
When designing a space to reduce noise a designer must consider all of the following EXCEPT?
noise reduction can be increased by decreasing the area of the common wall between the rooms
the lower the STC rating the better the barrier is in stopping sound
transmission loss and noise reduction between two spaces
the quiet room is the one not producing the noise
the lower the STC rating the better the barrier is in stopping sound
This classification of a roof assembly of a building depends on the costs/maintenance, appearance, energy conservation, ventilation of the attic/roof joist space, and weight of the roof parts (including imposed live loads of snow, etc.).
low-slope or steep-slope
When designing stairs in a residential space, which of the following would not be an acceptable riser/tread size combination?
6” (150 mm) riser and 15” (375 mm) tread
7” (178 mm) riser and 11” (279 mm) tread
7.5” (191 mm ) riser and 11” (279 mm) tread
all of these sizes are acceptable
all of these sizes are acceptable
These are the vertical components that hold the handrail on a stairway and are spaced to prevent people from falling through.
Balusters
What is the maximum height of an accessible stair riser?
7IN
All buildings move to some extent, what type of joint is used accommodate large movements and are typically part of the building design?
expansion joints
What is the part of the stairs supporting the treads in a wood stairway?
carriage
Which of the following would not be acceptable for step height (riser) and width (tread) size in a commercial space?
7.5 in R (191 m) x 10 in T(254 mm)
7.75 in R (197 m) x 11 in T(280 mm)
7 in R (178 m) x 10 in T(254 mm)
none of these are an acceptable size for a commercial step
none of these are an acceptable size for a commercial step
Which of the following light fixtures would not be appropriate to use in a residential space?
HID down light
Which types of luminaires require a ballast?
HID and fluorescent
Which surface finish provides the greatest NRC?
1/4” (6.35mm) pile carpet
1/2” (12.7mm) pile carpet
plaster
acoustical ceiling tile
ACOUSTIC CEILING TILE
In a high rise building, a designer often has to work around fixed pipes and pipe chases that cannot be moved. One of those pipe systems is often a standpipe.
Which of the following is the best description of a standpipe system?
Piping and valves for use as a fire protection system
A standby alarm system
A dry chemical extinguishing system
A secondary fire-suppression system
Piping and valves for use as a fire protection system
Which of the following is a common commercial lighting system?
recessed system
fluorescent system
direct system
task/ambient system
task/ambient system
Which is the best method of acoustical privacy?
partition to ceiling with insulation and gypsum board
slab to slab partition
partition 4” above finished ceiling with insulation
double thickness of gypsum board and insulation
slab to slab partition
Which of the following is TRUE about a circular accessible handrail for stairs?
must be made of a non-slip material
must be mounted between 36” (915 mm) and 42” (1065 mm) above the front edge of the step
should have a diameter between 1 1/4” (32 mm) and 2” (51 mm)
must have a 1 1/2” (38 mm) clear space between the handrail and the wall
should have a diameter between 1 1/4” (32 mm) and 2” (51 mm)
All of the following are true about gypsum wallboard EXCEPT?
70% of the industry’s total use of gypsum is synthetic gypsum
its manufacture, use, and disposal has an effect on the environment
synthetic gypsum is chemically identical to natural mined gypsum
the main source of synthetic gypsum in North America is flue-gas desulfurization
70% of the industry’s total use of gypsum is synthetic gypsum (28% IS SYNTHETIC)
A window which is hinged at the bottom and can swing in or out is called a ____________ window.
HOPPER
All the activities that the interior designer agrees to perform in exchange for a contracted fee is called:
THE PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK
All of the following are important to remember when writing specifications except?
do not include standards that cannot be measured
specifications are legal documents
avoid exculpatory clauses that try to shift the responsibility to the contractor or someone else in a broad, general way
specify the results and the methods to achieve those results together
specify the results and the methods to achieve those results together
Under what circumstances does the owner have to provide the contractor with evidence of the owner’s financial resources to complete the project according to the AIA General Conditions of the Contract for Construction?
whenever the contractor asks for such evidence
if the project is a public project
on request of the contractor if the job is being competitively bid
the owner does not have to offer any such proof
on request of the contractor if the job is being competitively bid
Under the A151-2019, the vendor _______ and ______ FF&E in the project.
SELLS AND INSTALLS
What additional costs might a client want to include in the budget?
FINANCING AND INFLATION FACTOR
What type of presentation tool is most often used to show a client fabrics and finishes to be used in a project?
MATERIAL BOARDS
An interior designer has decided to open her own design studio as a sole proprietor operating from her home.
One of her services will be the purchase and resale of furniture. Besides making sure that local zoning permits retail sales to be made from her home office location, what must she obtain in order to resell goods?
a sales tax license and local business license
When using B254-2019, prior to entering into a contract with a vendor, the Interior Designer should provide what to the Owner for written approval?
Descriptions, prices and quantities of the items intended for purchase
The interior designer is preparing bidding documents for a new project.
The project is in a building currently listed for sale. Which type of bond would be most important to prevent the project from interfering with any potential sale of the building?
LABOR AND MATERIALS PAYMENT BOND
PREVENT THE SALE OF PROPERTY UNTIL THEY ARE PAID
LIEN
What would you typically find in a project progress report for an interior design project?
Reimbursable project expenses
Consultant costs on the project
Details of the hours and labor costs for each phase of a project
All of these
ALL
An interior designer or design firm should carry all of the following types insurance except?
general liability insurance
professional liability insurance
automobile insurance
interior design insurance
INTERIOR DESIGN INSURANCE
During furniture delivery to the fifth floor of a building, elevator transportation is the responsibility of the
OWNER
John set up an interior design business and is in the process of determining his billing rates. Which of the following would not be a consideration in determining billing rates?
profit allowance
employee fringe benefits
office overhead
travel costs
TRAVEL (THIS WOULD BE REIMBURSABLE)
What are the distinctions of an Interior Design business “corporation?”
It allows shareholder taxation to occur on only one level at considerable savings.
Personal assets of the stockholders are not at risk when the corporation is sued.
The business finances of the corporation are directly tied to its shareholders finances.
When the corporation is sued, malpractice liability is spread across the shareholders.
Personal assets of the stockholders are not at risk when the corporation is sued.
How much does a typical building permit cost?
SF BASED
The minimum clear width for a door is:
32’’
When it comes to installation of the final FF&E which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the client?
secure and post the certificate of occupancy
provide adequate facilities for the delivery, unloading, staging, and storage of furniture, fixtures and equipment
any costs incurred by the contractor due to the owner’s failure to conform to the schedule or due to other delays caused by the owner
security against loss or damage to the furniture and fixtures stored at the site between the dates of delivery and final acceptance by the owner
SECURE AND POST THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
As the interior designer for a new tenant space in a non sprinklered building, you are determining the location of the two suite exits. If the diagonal distance between the two furthest points in the suite is 78 feet (24 m) what is the minimum distance needed between exits?
39 FEET
Which standard addresses vertical hangings and window treatments?
NFPA 701/ASTM D6413
Which standards organization determines sound levels for mechanical systems in buildings?
ASHRAE
WHEN DO STORAGE ROOMS HAVE TO BE RATED?
GREATER THAN 100SF ADJOINING A CORRIDOR
In a commercial space, which of the following spaces is exiting or egress not permitted through?
CLOSETS, KITCHENS, STORAGE ROOMS, AND SIMILAR
During space planning, the designer must locate a 36-inch (915 mm) door along the main parallel corridor that leads into another room.
Limited space is available, and the door will have a latch only, with no closer.
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?
latch side approach; door swings into corridor
front approach; door swings into room
front approach; door swings into corridor
hinge side approach; door swings into room
front approach; door swings into room
WHAT IS THE LETTERING SIZE FOR SIGNAGE/
5/8’‘-2’’
What is the first thing that the permit process requires?
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT
The National Fire Protection Association’s standard NFPA 252 evaluates what?
THE ABILITY OF A DOOR ASSEMBLY TO RESIST THE PASSAGE OF FLAME, HEAT, AND GASES
What is meant by a methodology that provides a way to evaluate the environmental impact of a material used in a project?
LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT
South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) Rule 1113 addresses what important aspect of sustainable concerns?
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
What is the recognized standard for ventilation system design and acceptable IAQ?
ASHRAE 62.1-2013
When making furniture decisions, what should the interior designer consider?
FF&E requirements established by a rating system such as LEED
all of these
federal, state and local restrictions related to FF&E
industry standards
ALL OF THESE
What is the minimum distance between a double door vestibule – one swings in and one swings out of the vestibule?
48” (1220 mm) plus the width of the door at 90 degrees
Which of the following is an example of soft costs?
Drywall
Building permits
HVAC installation
Electrical work
PERMITS
Who is responsible for making sure the project design complies with all applicable codes and regulations?
INTERIOR DESIGNER
What two aspects of environmental regulations often create challenges for interior designers as to the quality of the environment?
INDOOR AIR QUALITY AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY REGULATIONS
Reducing energy consumption below the recommended ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1 levels could include what aspects of the project design under the control of the Interior Designer?
Specification of task/ambient lighting systems and daylight strategies throughout space.
Although much of the energy efficiency of a building is decided by the original architecture and mechanical system design, there are many strategies that the interior designer can use to reduce energy consumption. These can be grouped into four broad categories:
building commissioning
mechanical systems
electricity use
plumbing
How many fire extinguishers are required in an office suite that measures 6100 sq ft (566 m2)?
3
For a typical exam scenario, you will need 1 fire extinguisher for every ______ SF, no more than ____ feet away, so:
3000, 75
Which type of glass should you specify where human impact is a potential?
LAMINATED
The ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1—Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low‐Rise Residential Buildings was developed to provide which of the following?
minimum acceptable performance for energy efficient commercial buildings and their systems.
Which is true about permanent tactile signage?
the mounting height of the base-line of the lowest tactile character must be 48” (810mm) maximum and 60” minimum to the baseline of the highest tactile character
there must be a minimum clear floor space of 24” x 18” (605 mm x 455 mm) centered on the tactile characters and beyond the arc of the door swing
will be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door, so that there is a minimum clear floor space of 18” x 18” (455 mm x 455 mm) centered on the tactile characters beyond the arc of the door swing
when there is no wall space to the latch side of the door, including double-leaf doors, the sign must be placed to the left of the right hand door
will be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door, so that there is a minimum clear floor space of 18” x 18” (455 mm x 455 mm) centered on the tactile characters beyond the arc of the door swing
In an assembly occupancy, when are two egress doors required?
when the occupancy load is 50 or more and the travel distance to egress exceeds 75 feet
Which is not a result of the passage of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)?
Mandates the removal of toxic chemicals from contaminated buildings
In the hallway of a commercial space, the bottom edge of a pendant light must be at least how high above the finished floor?
80 INCHES
Two exits are required for Occupancy groups A (assembly), B (business), and M (mercantile) when the occupancy load exceeds:
49
Two exits are required for Occupancy groups A (assembly), B (business), and M (mercantile) when the occupancy load is greater than or equal to :
50
Which of the following is NOT true about barrier-free doorways?
the maximum depth of a doorway that is 32” (815 mm) wide is 18” (455 mm)
thresholds at doorways cannot exceed 1/2” (13 mm) in height and must be beveled so no slope of the threshold is greater than 1:2
the opening force required to push or pull open an interior hinged door cannot be more than 5 ft-lbf
a door must have a minimum clear open width of 32” (815 mm) when opened at 90 degrees
the maximum depth of a doorway that is 32” (815 mm) wide is 18” (455 mm)
All of the following are project close out tasks that the interior designer is expected to complete except?
help the client with problems during move-in and immediately after
provide the cleaning procedures for finish materials
issue the certificate of occupancy
conduct an optional visit at six month and one year intervals to review maintenance problems
issue the certificate of occupancy (the building department does this)
Which two factors most typically determine whether a room must have at least two exits?
occupancy and travel distance
occupant load and occupancy
travel distance and occupant load
exit width factor and occupancy
occupancy load and occupancy
What legality must an independent interior designer who plans to sell merchandise from their home office be most concerned with?
ensure that the local zoning office permits tractor trailer trucks to deliver merchandise to the home office
should not conduct retail sales from their home as it does not project a professional appearance
make sure that local zoning laws permit retail sales to be made from the home location
ensure that the rate of sales tax is charged based on the sales tax in the location where the merchandise will be installed
make sure that the zoning laws permit retail sales to be made from the home location
While initially concerned with production facilities, with which regulatory agency’s safety requirements would an interior design business owner need to be familiar?
OSHA
Which of these would NOT be found in the project manual?
testing requirements
cost estimate
performance bond
instructions to bidders
cost estimate
In order to allow the contractor extra time to complete a project because the owner asked for minor changes, the interior designer should issue
a change order
The last person to see the mechanical shop drawings before they are returned to the mechanical subcontractor should be the
general contractor
What is the PRIMARY purpose of meeting minutes, transmittal forms, and memos?
communicate information to stakeholders during a project
The shop drawings for a millwork piece in the Break Room indicate a flush fit within a gypsum board wall opening at 48” wide.
The interior designer approved the shop drawings with no exceptions. The final millwork piece was built according to these shop drawings; however, the opening was only 47” wide.
Which party is responsible for the delay in work?
GC
This inspection done by the interior designer notes any items that need to be completed or corrected if not in accordance with the contract documents.
punch list
Which of the following would not be included in the project notebook?
punch list
shop drawings
copy of all bonds
submittals
copy of all bonds
When do warranties typically commence?
on the date of substantial completion
During the bidding process, the designer requested an allowance for an art installation that would be installed in the central lobby of a high rise condo building.
When the final selection is made during construction, the cost will be $1200 less than the original allowance.
This $1200 deduct will be logged in the project as which of the following?
change order
Which of the following is NOT true about a change order?
is issued to the general contractor
issued when there is a change in contract price
is accompanied by supporting drawings or other documents as needed to fully explain and describe the proposed change
is prepared and issued by the interior designer
is prepared and issued by the interior designer
What part of the bid documents outlines the basic rules covering the bid and bid process?
general conditions
During the bidding process, if a bidder requests a substitution what must the interior designer do?
review submission, approve or reject it, if approved issue addendum stating this and send to all bidders
Which activity is a designer responsible for during contract administration?
safety on the jobsite
review shop drawings and samples
creating a punch list
fabrication, shipment or installation of furnishings
review shop drawings and samples
Which of the following would NOT be a responsibility of the project manager?
select and award the winning bid
write and distribute addenda
participate in hiring consultants
scheduling consultants
select and award the winning bid
A tender or bid form is a part of the contract documents that
has the sales price filled in by the designer
contain the general conditions of the contract
contains the drawings necessary for the custom details
provides space for the bidding vendor to fill in the required information including pricing
provides space for the bidding vendor to fill in the required information including pricing
Per the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, who is responsible for documentation?
interior designer
The designer has learned that the tile specified for the public restroom bath is out of stock and will not be available for at least another month, causing a construction delay.
Which of the following forms would need to be approved and completed to authorize a variation from the original contract documents?
change order
