NCIDQ Chapter 4

This is the floor plan drawing of the existing space within which the new design will be placed. 

These are the buildings unique characteristics that can be incorporated into the designer's planning. 

These are the locations of columns and load bearing walls and are often one of the most troublesome existing factors for interior design. 

These consist of a series of spaces or rooms that are placed in a single line. 

These have tow or more major linear segments about which spaces or rooms are placed. 

This consists of two sets of spaced elements. 

These are based on one space or point about which secondary elements are placed. 

This is the simplest and one of the most flexible circulation path patterns because spaces are laid out along a straight path that connects two major elements at the ends. 

This layout makes a complete loop. 

This layout is oriented on one major space with paths extending from this central area. 

What is the minimum width an exit door should be? 

Doors should not encroach more than how many inches into the exit space when fully opened?

What is the minimum corridor exit width for a residential property? 

What is the minimum corridor exit width for a commercial property? 

This is a horizontal surface placed above eye level that reflects direct daylight onto the ceiling while shading the lower portions of the window and the interior of the room. 

This is expressed as a percentage and is the ratio of the indoor illuminance at a point on a horizontal surface to the unobstructed exterior horizontal illuminance. 

Which of the following drawings would be most needed to begin space planning in an existing building?

• A.

  Base plan

• B.

  Circulation plan

• C.

  Exiting plan

• D.

  Reflective ceiling plan

For a restaurant in an old building undergoing remodeling, what would have the most influence over the planning of the dining area?

• A.

  Existing structural columns and walls

• B.

  Dimensions of the building

• C.

  Locations of existing plumbing

• D.

  Decorative millwork and existing ornate lighting fixtures

Planning an interior in a building with an atrium would suggest which of the following organizational concepts?

• A.

  Axial

• B.

  Grid

• C.

  Radial

• D.

  Centralized

In determining required space for a hospital nurses' station, which is the most important factor? 

• A.

  Patient files and number of patient contacts

• B.

  Work surface and storage

• C.

  Movable carts and space for writing reports

• D.

  Electrical requirements and communication equipment

The LEAST important consideration in planning exit corridors is 

• A.

  Making sure dead ends do not exceed 20 ft

• B.

  Providing at least two exits from rooms where they are required

• C.

  Maintaining a minimum width as required by the occupancy type

• D.

  Having the corridors empty into approved exitways or stairways

The most efficient type of circulation systems for the majority of planning problems is a 

• A.

  Radial system

• B.

  Single-loaded corridor

• C.

  Double-loaded corridor

• D.

  Grid system

The most effective design strategy an interior designer can use to maximize daylighting involves 

• A.

  Changing the type of glazing

• B.

  Increasing the head height of glazing

• C.

  Installing a light shelf

• D.

  Specifying a high-reflective paint

LEED credit is only available when

• A.

  Areas for recyclables are provided

• B.

  Bicycle storage is provided

• C.

  Existing partitions are used

• D.

  Recycled ceiling tile is used