OBJ 4.3

Question 1

Identify the type of circulation pattern

Answer 1

Radial - it has a linear organization that extends from a centralized point.

Question 2

Net-to-Gross Ratio

Answer 2

The net-to-gross ratio, also called efficiency, is the ratio of the net assignable area to the gross area.

Question 3

Net Assignable Area

Answer 3

The net assignable area of a building contains all the individual areas of the building that are needed to satisfy the program. Net assignable area includes the following: general circulation, area of walls and structural components, stairways, shafts, and equipment and mechanical rooms.

Question 4

Gross Area

Answer 4

The square footage of the building as measured from the outside face of the exterior wall.

Question 5

What four components comprise programming?

Answer 5

1. Function (the needs of the space) 2. Form (site, structure, and existing components) 3. Economy (building budget and maintenance costs) 4. Time (the allotted schedule needed to complete the work)

Question 6

What are the five steps of architectural programming?

Answer 6

1. Establish goals 2. Collect facts 3. Develop concepts and formulate relationships 4. Establish needs and prioritize relationships 5. State the problem

Question 7

Design Concept vs. Programmatic Concept

Answer 7

A design concept is a physical solution to a client’s problem. A programmatic concept is an abstract of ideas about solving the client’s need to address performance problems before attempting to solve them with a physical design.

Question 8

Sociopetal

Answer 8

Spaces, buildings, rooms, and even furniture designs can be considered sociopetal if their design brings people together.

Question 9

Sociofugal

Answer 9

Opposite of sociopetal; spaces, buildings, rooms, and even furniture designs that tend to discourage interaction or social contact.

Question 10

Gestalt

Answer 10

A theory of perception that emphasizes the whole over a collection of parts.

Question 11

As a building increases in size, the cost per square foot (increases/decreases) .

Answer 11

Decreases.

Question 12

Personal Space

Answer 12

Intimate distance: 6″–18″ Personal distance: 1′6″–2′6″ Social distance: 4′–12′ Public distance: 12′ and greater

Question 13

What are 3 ways to determine space needs?

Answer 13

1. By the number of people who must be accommodated
2. By an object or piece of equipment that will be within the space (including any clearances needed for using it)
3. By an activity that has clearly specified space needs

Question 14

How much space does a student sitting in a classroom need?

Answer 14

15-20 SF

Question 15

How much space does an office worker need?

Answer 15

100-250 SF

Question 16

What is the net area per restaurant dining seat?

Answer 16

15-18 SF

Question 17

Net area per restaurant kitchen seat

Answer 17

3.6-5 SF

Question 18

Gross area per Hotel room (1.5 persons/room)

Answer 18

550-600 SF

Question 19

Net area per person in library reading room

Answer 19

20-35 SF

Question 20

Net area per bound volume in a book stack

Answer 20

.008 SF

Question 21

Net area per person for theaters with fixed seats

Answer 21

7.5 SF

Question 22

Net area per person for an assembly area; moveable seats

Answer 22

15 sf

Question 23

What percentage of seating area is the size of a theater lobby?

Answer 23

30%

Question 24

What is the net area per person in a store?

Answer 24

30-50 SF