Kaplan Review Flashcards

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Diagrammatic layouts of circulation and function w/o scale

A

Bubble diagram

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Conserves moisture
Controls temperature
Prevents surface compaction
Reduces runoff and erosion 
Improves soil structure 
Control weeds
A

Mulch

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2
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When mixed w nitrogen and soil, is used as organic fertilizer

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Compost

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3
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Italy, expression of classical elements used unconventionally

Ex. Michelangelo, Medici chapel

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Mannerism

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4
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Determines building size

A

Owner program requirements

Building codes

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5
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the organic component of soil, formed by the decomposition of leaves and other plant material by soil microorganisms.

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Humus

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6
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Non profit group established in Sweden in 1989

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Natural Step

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7
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Muck

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Soil and water, w high mineral content than peat

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8
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Example of city beautiful movement USA

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1893 worlds fair Chicago

Promoted monumental and grandiose

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9
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Small ridges carved around edges of doorknob identify hazardous areas to the visually

A

Knurled doorknob

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10
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Traffic circulation most in line with sustainable design

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Curvilinear system following topography has less disturbance

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11
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Allows nonconforming use a particular instance

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Spot zoning

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12
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Dashed lines indicate this type of topographic

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Existing

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13
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Portion of construction loan paid to the lender for the privilege of borrowing

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Discount

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14
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The national register of historic places has this view on building repurpose

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Best if used for original purpose for one with minimum alteration

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15
Q

Barrier free only increases project budget roughly this %

A

2%

Multi story is still quite difficult and unresolved

16
Q

The main purpose of setbacks are too

A

Provide light and air to the street

17
Q

Final calculations are done in this phase

A

Cd phase