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ObjectivesObjectives

After studying this chapter, you will be able to: Discuss factors that are important in the

design of bedrooms. Plan the size and location of closets for a

typical residence. Apply the furniture cutout method in

planning a room arrangement.

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The House Functional AreasThe House Functional Areas

A residential structure may be divided into three basic areas: the Sleeping Area. the Living Area. the Service Area.

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The House Functional AreasThe House Functional Areas

The Sleeping Area is where the family sleeps and rests.

The Living Area is where the family relaxes, entertains guests, dines, and meets together.

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The House Functional AreasThe House Functional Areas

The Service Area is the part of the house where food is prepared, clothes are laundered, goods are stored, the car is parked, and equipment for upkeep of the house is maintained.

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The House Functional AreasThe House Functional Areas

These three basic areas are generally divided into rooms.

Rooms provide privacy and help to separate and contain various activities.

A house designer must understand the purpose for each room if a functional plan is to be developed.

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Sleeping AreaSleeping Area

Usually about one-third of the house is dedicated to the sleeping area which includes bedrooms, bath, dressing rooms, and nurseries.

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Sleeping AreaSleeping Area

Normally the sleeping area is in a quiet part of the house away from traffic and other noise.

Consider prevailing wind direction.

Orient the sleeping area to take advantage of these cool summer breezes.

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BedroomsBedrooms

Bedrooms are so important that houses are frequently categorized as "two-bedroom," "three-bedroom," or "four-bedroom."

The size of the family usually determines the number of bedrooms needed.

Ideally, each person would have his or her own bedroom.

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BedroomsBedrooms

At least two bedrooms are desirable.

The second bedroom could be used as a guest room and for other activities when there are no guests.

A home with only one bedroom may be difficult to sell.

A three-bedroom home usually provides enough space for a family of four.

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BedroomsBedrooms

Include an extra bedroom in the plan which can be used for other purposes. Guest bedroom. Office. Game room.

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BedroomsBedrooms

Group bedrooms together in a separate wing or level of the house, gives solitude and privacy.

Each bedroom should have its own access to the hall.

Place each bedroom close to a bathroom.

Some bedrooms may have their own private baths. Master bedroom.

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BedroomsBedrooms

How large is a "big" bedroom? How little is a "small bedroom? The FHA (Federal Housing

Administration) recommends 100 square feet as the minimum size.

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Bedroom SizeBedroom Size

A small bedroom is shown on the next slide.

It has 99 square feet and the bare essentials in furniture.

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Bedroom Size-SmallBedroom Size-Small

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Bedroom SizeBedroom Size

An average size bedroom contains between 125 and 175 square feet.

This size provides ample space for Double or twin beds Chest of drawers Dresser, and Other small pieces of furniture.

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Bedroom Size-MediumBedroom Size-Medium

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Bedroom SizeBedroom Size

A large bedroom has over 175 square feet of floor space.

A room of this size provides space for additional furniture. Desk Chair Television set Other bedroom furniture.

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Bedroom Size-LargeBedroom Size-Large

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Bedroom SizeBedroom Size

The largest bedroom is usually considered to be the master bedroom.

It should have its own private bath.

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Bedroom Requirements-ClosetsBedroom Requirements-Closets

Each bedroom must have a closet. The FHA recommends a minimum

of Man - four linear feet of closet rod space Woman - six feet linear feet.

Minimum closet depth is two feet. 30" depth is desirable.

Closets must have light fixtures.

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Bedroom Requirements-ClosetsBedroom Requirements-Closets

Locate closets along interior walls rather than exterior walls.

This provides noise insulation between rooms Also does not reduce exterior wall space.

Locate closets near the entrance of the room for easy access.

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Bedroom RequirementsBedroom Requirements

A bedroom will normally have no more than two exterior walls.

If one of the exterior walls is used for closets, that design will reduce the chance of cross ventilation through windows.

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Bedroom Floor PlanBedroom Floor Plan

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Steps to Layout FurnitureSteps to Layout Furniture

1. Determine furniture size to be used.

2. Draw the plan view of each item to the same scale as the floor plan.

3. Cut out each furniture representation.

4. Place the cutouts on the floor plan in the desired location.

5. Trace around each one. 6. Remove cutouts and darken

lines.

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Steps to Layout FurnitureSteps to Layout Furniture

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Steps to Layout FurnitureSteps to Layout Furniture

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Bedroom Furniture SpacingBedroom Furniture Spacing

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Bedroom Furniture SpacingBedroom Furniture Spacing

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WindowsWindows

Ideally, the bedroom should have windows on two walls.

Place and size windows to consider privacy.

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Doors Doors

Each bedroom will have at least one entry door.

Doors are 1-3/8” thick and 6’-8” high.

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Doors Doors

Standard door widths are from 2’-0” to 3-0” in 2” increments. 2668. (2’-6” wide by 6’-8” high) 2868. (2’-8” wide by 6’-8” high) 3068. (3’-0” wide by 6’-8” high)

Minimum door width is 2’-6”. Wider door makes furniture movement

easier. To accommodate a wheelchair, the

door must be 3’-0”.

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DoorsDoors

The door should swing into the bedroom.

Allow space along the wall for the door to swing.

Locating a door near a corner generally results in less wasted space.