Nkba AKBD Kitchen Planning
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- 1.Kitchens have changed drastically over the years. New cabinets, appliances, & surfaces have changed the look & function of the kitchen. When did broom cabinets & linen cabinets first make their appearance?
- A.
1950's
- B.
1920's
- C.
1900's
- D.
Pre-1900's
- 2.Kitchen designers must consider the unique need of our older clients. It is estimated that by the year 2030, ___% of the population will be 65 years old.
- A.
22%
- B.
25%
- C.
27%
- D.
28%
- 3.The current NKBA Kitchen Planning Guidelines are based on research conducted by which organization?
- A.
NKBA and NAHB combined research project.
- B.
University of Illinois, Small Homes Council
- C.
Heiner and McGullough
- D.
Virginia Tech
- 4.Drinking water standards in Canada are the responsibility of which Canadian organization?
- A.
Healthy Canada
- B.
(CHO) Canadian Health Organization
- C.
Health Canada
- D.
(CCWS) Canadian Clean Water Standards
- 5.Designer "G" is designing a kitchen with a couple in their 60's. Which range of heights is best for universal reach for the accessories?
- A.
Between 15" and 48"
- B.
Between 12" and 48"
- C.
Between 15" and 60"
- D.
Between 12" and 60"
- 6.When planning a kitchen or bath space for a person in a wheelchair, it's best to measure the exact space required for the client's wheelchair. If not possible, what dimensions should we use as a standard clear floor space for a wheelchair?
- A.
36" x 60"
- B.
30" x 60"
- C.
36" x 48"
- D.
30" x 48"
- 7.
- A.
Corridor kitchen with an island
- B.
One wall and corridor kitchen
- C.
L-shaped with island
- D.
U-shaped and G-shaped
- 8.The kitchen you are planning must be accessible to the client's mother who uses a wheelchair. You are planning on relocating a door. To meet the NKBA Planning Guideline #1, what is the minimum door size ?
- A.
3'0" x 6'8"
- B.
2'8" x 6'8"
- C.
2'6" x 6'8"
- D.
2'0" x 6'8"
- 9.Designer "H" is unable to place a landing area adjacent to the refrigerator. However, an island is directly across from the refrigerator. She can use the island if which one of the following requirements is met?
- A.
The island is within at least 54" of the front of the refrigerator and the landing space is at least 15" wide and 16" deep.
- B.
The island is within at least 48" of the front of the refrigerator and the landing space is at least 15" wide and 16" deep
- C.
The island is within at least 48" of the front of the refrigerator and the landing space is at least 18" wide and 16" deep
- D.
The island is within at least 48" of the front of the refrigerator and the landing space is at least 15" wide and 15" deep
- 10.Your client's family consists of 5 members; 2 adults, 2 children & a grandfather in a wheelchair. Space is limited but you want to meet the NKBA recommendations for the minimal space for a place setting. To accommodate the family of 5, what's the minimal length of eating counter?
- A.
150"
- B.
144"
- C.
126"
- D.
120"
- 11.A pendant light fixture is to be centered over a table in the kitchen. You want to be sure it's placed at the correct height. The suggested height above the table is____?
- A.
24" to 36"
- B.
24" to 30"
- C.
25" to 30"
- D.
25" to 36"
- 12.NKBA Guideline #6 recommends a minimum work isle for the cook. Your plan is designed for 2 cooks working at the same time in the kitchen. Which one of the following would meet the guideline?
- A.
42" between counters or appliances opposite each other.
- B.
48" between counters or appliances opposite each other.
- C.
42" except in front of the sink, then 48" is required.
- D.
42" in front of the refrigerator with 48" in front of the sink and cooktop/range.
- 13.A wheelchair is to be used in the client's kitchen. You are planning a work area at the counter for the cook. You want to be sure the space is large enough. Which dimension is the minimum space you must provide?
- A.
Counter height 34" max., 27" high x 36" wide opening below.
- B.
Counter height 36" max; 27" high x 36" wide opening below.
- C.
Counter height 36" max; 30" high x 36" wide opening below.
- D.
Counter height 34" max; 27" high x 30" wide opening below.
- 14.According to NKBA Guideline #27 a medium size kitchen is between 151 and 350 square feet. Which is the recommended total shelf/drawer frontage in inches for a medium size kitchen?
- A.
1400"
- B.
1500"
- C.
1700"
- D.
2000"
- 15.What is the combined total shelf and drawer storage for a B21 and a W2130. The base has a 1/2 depth shelf.
- A.
210"
- B.
189"
- C.
168"
- D.
147"
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