Last Minute Flashcards
min clr flr space for side transfer in an accessible shower
36”x48”
mounted height of horizontal grab bars in accessible toilets
33”-36”
scale vs proportion
scale:
relative size of something as related to another element of KNOWN size
proportion:
the relationship of parts of a composition to each other AND to the whole
Value
the degree of lightness or darkness of color in relation to white and black
square footage method (budgeting)
based on project size & used before design work has started
parameter method (budgeting)
used when a specific product hasn’t been selected – uses base unit pricing per material type
detailed quantity takeoff method
gives exact budgeting for finish types if products and manufacturers have been specified
cellulosic fibers
poor resistance to sunlight and poor resiliency to water and moisture ; very flammable
ex. rayon, lyocell, acetate, cotton
laser scanning
useful in large, complex interiors for measuring
benchmarking
the process of studying performance statistics of one firm against another that is considered an industry leader
two main parts of a Facts assessment
fabric composition & manufacturing process
foot lamberts
brightness reflected or transmitted from one source/surface
USGBC
US Green building council
does not endorse or certify products
developed LEED
What program did BIFMA develop to address sustainability
Furniture Sustainability Standard
