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The consultant’s involvement is planned out during _______, and billing is first reviewed and approved in _______ design.
Which interior design service is specific to the contract administration phase of a project?
Programming
Schematic
Review Shop drawings - the vendor’s
The 3-part technical sections in the CSI MasterFormat specs refer to?
General, products, and execution
What are the three phases of the design process?
the analysis phase (Pre-design/Programming)
the synthesis phase (Schematic Design)
the implementation phase
-The three areas of the implementation phase of a project include: the construction drawings, written specifications
What is one of the most important reports used by an interior design firm to monitor project progress, revenue and expenses and can be used to take corrective action for finances?
project progress report.
What are the three areas of the implementation phase of a project?
What are these three components referred to as?
the construction drawings, written specifications
contract documents
An all-air system
can be subdivided into as many individually controlled areas as needed.
When an addendum is issued, it is sent to all bidders no later than ________ days before receipt of bids to give all bidders ample opportunity to study the document and modify their proposals accordingly.
4 days
Project Notebook vs Project Manual?
Do not confuse the project NOTEBOOK (Project Management) with the PROJECT MANUAL (Construction Specifications).
-PROJECT NOTEBOOK - For design team/PM (PM will typ. have). Punch list (substantial completion), submittals and shop drawings (they receive these from GCs and consultants), budget, fees, General reference (names/contacts), programming, job communication (forms (submittals/addenda, etc.), meetings notes, etc.). It does have contracts, for reference, to make sure they are upheld.
For filing purposes!
-PROJECT MANUAL - For contractors and vendors, anything that they would need to know! Bid requirements, contracts, bonds (they have to pay/adhere to - GC gives to owner), Insurance documents, General Conditions, specs (this is basically a spec book), NO DRAWINGS.
Typ. for larger projects.
The interior designer does not keep a copy of the bonds as they are not the interior designer’s responsibility.
What is a Bulletin?
A bulletin is used to formally issue changes to the construction documents, including drawings and specifications, after the construction contract has been issued. Revisions issued via a bulletin may have a cost impact and become change orders.
This is similar to an addendum, which is a change before the contract is awarded.
A bulletin may include what is referred to as an ASI — Architect’s Supplemental Instruction.
A bulletin directs the contractor to provide pricing for the proposed changes. The contractor proceeds if the client accepts the pricing. Changes to drawings issued in a bulletin are clouded and noted with a number (within a Delta symbol) and date.
A typical bulletin includes:
Letter of transmittal listing all items sent with the bulletin
REVISED drawings sheets, not the entire drawing set
REVISED specifications sheets, not the entire spec book
Sheet-by-sheet narrative of the changes
The requirements for how bidders should propose a substitution is found in the
For bidding, the procedure a contractor must follow to propose a substitution is in the instructions to bidders.
After the contract is awarded, the specification requirements can be found in the General Requirements.
There is no such document as “bidding procedures”.
An allowance is for?
What is a contingency?
An allotment for bids when you cannot determine the actual cost of a product.
Part of a project’s budget put aside to cover any unforeseen costs, risks, events, or changes in scope that may affect the project’s cost over the course of it’s life.
This money is on reserve and is not allocated to any specific area of work.
Substantial Completion vs Certificate of Occupancy?
Substantial Completion - ISSUED BY THE DESIGNER
-The date certified by the architect or interior designer when the contracted work is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the contract documents, so that the owner may occupy it for the intended use.
-Upon issuing a certificate of substantial completion, the final application for payment is processed. The designer will review the last payment application from the GC and issue the final certificate for payment. Warranties and utility and maintenance responsibilities shift at this point.
Certificate of Occupancy - ISSUED BY AHJ/ local building office
- Issued after substantial completion. The contractor gives this to the owner with the warranties, drawings, extra material, etc.
Who has the authority to stop construction?
Who has the authority to reject work that does not conform to contract documents?
Only the owner.
The interior designer.
Claims and change orders.
-A construction claim is simply a demand for something due. The most common residential construction claims are filed for delay, payment disputes, unforeseen site conditions and damages.
-During a construction project, a “Claim” typically refers to a formal request by one party (usually the contractor or the owner) for compensation or other relief due to change in circumstances that arose during the work or after the parties entered into a contract.
-A change or modification made after the contract is awarded should be documented with a change order. Once accepted and signed by the appropriate parties, change orders become a part of the contract documents. A change order (CO) requires the signatures of the owner, the architect/designer, and the contractor.
-Interior designers should not allow any changes without a written change order issued to all necessary parties.
Packing list vs Bill of Lading?
Packing List -Item descriptions and quantities in a shipment that is attached to one of the items shipped- given to the truck driver at the factory.
Bill of Lading -Lists the contents of a shipment from a manufacturer or vendor.
-The two should be compared once the product is delivered to make sure that they match.
Who is responsible for providing any lab tests, inspections, and reports required by the contract documents?
When additional testing is required?
The owner.
The contractor.
Parameter method vs Detailed quality takeoff?
Using the totaled unit pricing per material type (when you have a general idea of product and what things cost)
Utilized for a more exact budget (when actual products have been selected)
Maximum allowable slope for an accessible ramp?
For an accessible ramp, what is the maximum rise allowed between landings?
1:12
30”
What two situations require the construction of a fire barrier?
-Separation of different occupancies
-An enclosure where there are vertical exits
The usage classification assigned to a building or an interior space determines?
The various types of fire hazards and the life-safety characteristics of various uses.
Two main factors in determining if a space requires two exits rather than just one?
Occupancy and it’s occupant load.
What is another term for a Sales Agreement (furniture) between ID and client?
A proposal (contract) - remember this is between ID and client!
Not the same as a PO!
Which occupancy group is the most restrictive?
Assembly, because it contains large groups of people
IAQ is dependent upon?
Limiting pollution sources and on proper ventilation.
Allowable building area is determined by?
Occupancy type and building construction type.
What is an Aged Accounts receivable report?
Shows the status of all invoices for all projects, whether they have or have not been paid and the “age” of each invoice - that is the amount of time that passed between invoice date and payment date.
What is the AIA Contract Document B254-2019?
The standard form of Architect’s Services for Furniture, Furnishings, and Equipment.
This contract document positions the Interior Designer or Architect to procure FF&E under a contract separate from design services. It is a scope of services document. Makes the ID the agent of the owner.
What is a demand or assertion by the contractor or owner seeking payment of money, an extension of time, an adjustment or interpretation or the contract terms, or other relief from terms of the contract?
A claim
Two basic accounting methods?
Cash and Accrual accounting
GC vs an CM
-A General Contractor is the firm that builds the project and is responsible for structural work. A project manager leads the GC and is supported by a field superintendent. The general contractor chooses the companies that bid on and execute the project.
The subcontractors are the companies or individuals who do the actual work on the job site. The most common subs are the framers, masons, electricians, plumbers, painters. They work for the general contractor, although they are not employees.
-A Construction Manager - Acts as the agent of the owner advising the ID on material selection, cost and constructability.
The client may hire a construction manager (CM) to oversee the construction process. The construction manager works with the project manager and the general contractor.
Pre and Post design vs Programming?
PRE-DESIGN
Preliminary research of client and user needs and goals, project scope and schedule, and interior concept development; zoning and site analyses; selection of project team.
POST-DESIGN -
PROGRAMMING
The process of gathering and analyzing information about the client’s and user’s needs relative to a given project. It involves organization, structure, and goals; functional, behavioral, and cultural needs; budget; existing conditions; codes; and external considerations.
Per the NCIDQ, Pre-Design and programming are essential the same.
What is procurement?
The process of acquiring materials, equipment, or services needed to complete a project.
What is another name for a floor plan?
A construction plan - typically referred to during residential projects.
All fixtures with _______ must be on a? All other fixtures must be located within _______ of a plumbing trench?
Drain
10’
Sprinklers are part of fire suppression systems. Where are they required?
All buildings over 75’H per IBC
What are Transmittals?
What are transmittal letters?
Transmittals accompany all correspondence between the designer, consultants, contractors, and others involved with a project.
A transmittal letter should be attached to shop drawings, letters, prints, and any change in work orders, plans, and samples. The designer should use a transmittal for anything needing a comment, approval, or request.
Usually, it has two parts: the original goes with the material sent, and a copy is placed in the job file. The fill‐in‐the‐blank format makes it easy to use; it tells the receiver what is being sent for what purpose. It also includes instructions to the receiver for resubmittal or required follow-up action.
CSI Specification Divisions
CSI Specification Divisions
Getting Extra Creative Makes Me Want To Observe Fancy Spaces Except For
Super Crazy Highrise Elevators
•Getting = General Requirements - 01
• Extra = Existing Conditions - 02
• Creative = Concrete - 03
• Makes = Masonry - 04
• Me = Metal - 05
• Want = Wood, Plastics, Composites - 06
• TO = Thermal and Moisture Protection - 07
• Observe = Openings - 08
• Fancy = Finishes - 09
• Spaces = Specialties -10
• Except = Equipment - 11
• For = Furnishings - 12
• Super = Special Construction -13
• Crazy = Conveying Equipment -14
• Highrise= Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning - 23
Elevators = Electrical - 26
IBC chapters
CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION
CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS
CHAPTER 3 OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION AND USE
CHAPTER 4 SPECIAL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS BASED ON OCCUPANCY AND USE
CHAPTER 5 GENERAL BUILDING HEIGHTS AND AREAS
CHAPTER 6 TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
CHAPTER 7 FIRE AND SMOKE PROTECTION FEATURES
CHAPTER 8 INTERIOR FINISHES
CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS
CHAPTER 10 MEANS OF EGRESS
CHAPTER 11 ACCESSIBILITY
CHAPTER 12 INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT
CHAPTER 30 ELEVATORS AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS
The amount of time and what is produced in each design phase are listed in the _______. This helps the PM determine fees and lets the client know what to expect as final deliverables.
Proposal
As part of project planning, it is important to keep a _______ of deliverables required. The _______ is the list of items given to the client at each milestone per the schedule.
Work plan.
What is equivalent facilitation?
The use of designs, products or technologies as alternatives to those prescribed, resulting in substantially equivalent or greater accessibility and usability.
When procuring new furniture for a client, what are the steps that the designer should take to protect their own interests?
-Obtain credit application (need to know the client can pay)
-Signed sales agreement
-Approved purchase order
Where should turning circles be located in a building?
At the entrance/exit and at all changes in direction to demonstrate accessibility (all doors).
-At areas located within the accessible path of travel
-In a space that implies that all areas are to be used by all employees
What are specific restrictions for smoke detectors in residential settings?
-Should not be installed within a specific distance from cooling appliances
-Must be at least 3 feet away from the door of bathrooms with a tub or shower
Kitchens and bathrooms (not half baths)
Where are exit signs required?
Exit and exit access doors shall be marked by an approved sign readily visible from any direction of egress travel, where the path of egress is not immediately visible to occupants.
Exit signs should go over doors, corridors, and at changes in direction. In general, use wall-mounted exit signs over doors. Use ceiling mounted in corridors or where it would interfere with other wall-hung items, in this case, art.
Not just from directions of travel, located at major entrances as well.
Find your exit first! All signs should point there.
On demolition plans, _______ are used to show walls to be removed and openings to create. _______ are used to show walls and spaces to be filled in.
Dashed lines.
Solid/poched walls.
Occupancy sensors/automatic shut off lighting should not be located where?
Within corridors or parts of circulation where automatic shutoff would endanger the safety or security DURING EGRESS.
What are the following ANSI/BIFMA standards for?
X5.1
X5.3
X5.4
X5.5
X5.6
X5.9
X5.1 Office Chairs
X5.3 Vertical Files
X5.4 Lounge Seating
X5.5 Desk Products
X5.6 Panel Systems
X5.9 Storage Units: freestanding, mobile, and wall-mounted
Where is acoustical separation the most important?
Separating quiet spaces from noisy.
Think bedroom and dining room or office a living room with a tv.
What is a written report?
A summary of program and analysis
Are bidding documents part of Contract Documents?
No
What AIA form is used for Instructions to Bidders?
AIA A701
The Instructions to Bidders should contain information about substitutions. It should specify how and when they’ll be considered and the process for reviewing submissions.
The bidder must submit the substitution at least 10 days before the bid opening.
When are panic bars required?
It is important that any building occupied by a large number of people be fitted with the panic bars. These include exits to large residential apartments, schools, large office complexes, cinema halls, shopping centers, banks, large health facilities etc.
Remember that for fire rated partitions, they require fire rated assemblies. What is included in a fire rated door assembly?
1) self or automatic closing (Closers)
2) latching
3) UL labeled according to NFPA 80, on the door
Access panels for AHU should not be located?
In an area conflicting with other items on the RCP or where the ductwork connects with the unit. It should fit within a ceiling tile.
Walls and partitions within 2 feet of service sinks, urinals, and water closets in public toilet and bathing rooms must have smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surfaces to a height of not less than _______ above the floor.
4 feet.
This limits the spread of germs and allows easy cleaning. Ceramic tile is often used to meet these requirements. Some jurisdictions also allow epoxy paint.
Exception: This section does not apply to the following buildings and spaces:
- Dwelling units and sleeping units.
In buildings other than dwelling units, the outlets in kitchens, restrooms and other are required to be?
GFI
Ie. break room fridge needs a GFI compared to a residential fridge, that can use a standard duplex outlet.
