Kaplan CH 2 "Form Prototypes"

Question 1

The most reliable way to determine an
appropriate building form is to
A. use a traditional prototype.
B. use an innovative solution.
C. use a compact and efficient layout.
D. examine the programmatic
requirements.

Answer 1

D. The physical form of a building is
largely determined by the uniqueness of the
project and its program.

Question 2

The cost of a project is reduced by all of the
following, EXCEPT
A. harmonious proportions.
B. compact arrangements.
C. high densities.
D. regular forms.

Answer 2

A. Harmonious proportions are visually
desirable, but they have no effect on project
costs.

Question 3

In which of the following development
patterns would utility services generally be
least expensive?
A. Extended
B. Decentralized
C. Grid
D. Linear

Answer 3

C. Developments that are extended or
decentralized require longer, and hence,
more expensive utility services. Those that
are more compact, such as grid systems,
are generally efficient and more suited for
complex distribution flows.

Question 4

Compact or centralized patterns of
development are generally suited to
A. mountainous sites.
B. beach front sites.
C. rural sites.
D. forested sites.

Answer 4

A. Compact or centralized developments
are best suited to sites that are steep
or irregular, such as in the mountains.
Extended or open layouts are more suited
to the other site choices listed.

Question 5

Frequently used activities should be
situated at which locations? Check all that
apply.
A. Peripheral locations
B. Central locations
C. Lower floors of multi-story buildings
D. Opposite ends of circulation corridors
E. Areas with superior light and views

Answer 5

B. Central locations

C. Lower floors of multi-story buildings

Question 6

In an area of extremely severe weather, the
most appropriate organizational form would
be
A. axial.
B. decentralized.
C. linear.
D. compact.

Answer 6

D. Severe weather suggests compact

organizational forms.

Question 7

Which organizational form would be most
economical for a building that requires
frequent pick-up and delivery services?
A. Centralized
B. Radial
C. Linear
D. Multi-level

Answer 7

A. Access is always more efficient and
economical in buildings having compact
forms. Although multilevel buildings are
often more compact than single-level
structures, an extended two-story building
would not necessarily be more centralized.

Question 8

If one were planning a project for future
expansion, which organizational form
would be LEAST desirable?
A. Radial
B. Grid
C. Axial
D. Ring

Answer 8

D. A ring form, which is closed and
complete in itself, does not lend itself to
future expansion.

Question 9

A project's physical form may be
determined by all of the following,
EXCEPT the
A. mechanical system.
B. climate.
C. length of construction time.
D. area in which it is built.

Answer 9

C. The length of construction time
is irrelevant in determining a project’s
physical form.

Question 10

Social interaction is LEAST encouraged by
a building having a(n)
A. quadrangular plan with major spaces
opening onto a central court.
B. multistory arrangement with lobbies on
each floor.
C. radial plan.
D. axial plan.

Answer 10

B. Social interaction is encouraged by the
use of elements that bring people together.
See page 12.