NCIDQ Practice Questions Flashcards
What is the minimum required lighting level for a path of egress in a commercial space?
1 foot candle (10 lux)
An interior designer is beginning a project in a building without current drawings. What are the NEXT steps?
a) Meet with the contractor and determine scope of work;
b) Meet with furniture dealer and specify systems furniture
c) Field-measure all spaces and create as-built (record) drawings.
d) Proceed with design and verify dimensions during construction
C
In a renovation project with two phases, how should temporary partitions be indicated?
a) general note at each wall to be demolished;
b) separate drawings showing the temporary partitions
c) Keynote on the demolition plans.
d) Wall type on a detail sheet
C
Which is the best definition of Universal Design?
a) A design based on the study of human body measurements
b) A design that serves the widest range of users under the greatest number of situations.
c) The design and arrangement of things people use to interact most efficiently and safely.
d) The design of a flexible space that can be adjusted or adapted to meet the changing needs of the user.
B
When a construction project is completed in phases, in which documents does an interior designer identify the limits of the project scope for each phase?
a) floor plan
b) furniture plan
c) Division 00 - Procurement and Contracting Requirements
d) Division 1 - General Requirements
A
What is the typical height of the cut plane when generating a floor plan?
4’0”
If a project has multiple door types, where does the designer provide information to convey which door type is to be installed in each location?
a) door specifications
b) door details
c) door schedule
d) floor plan
C
In an office interior, the primary benefit of using demountable partitions is to
a) increase the footprint of a private office
b) eliminate the need for raised access floor
c) provide a cavity to conceal plumbing pipes
d) allow for reconfiguration with minimal demolition
D
When designing a stairway with open risers, what is the maximum opening between treads?
The opening must not allow a 4” sphere to pass through.
Which wallcovering is appropriate in a restroom which includes a steam room?
a) textile wallcovering
b) vinyl wallcovering
c) perforated vinyl wallcovering
d) perforated textile wallcovering
C
