Chapter 5 - Site Analysis

Question 1

________ is the investigation and evaluation of conditions within which the project will be completed

Answer 1

Site Analysis

Question 2

Site analysis is a form of _______ in that the designer can only competently design the interior space after knowing the context of the project

Answer 2

Due diligence

Question 3

Site analysis may be part of the ______ phase or may be ________

Answer 3

programming, a separate activity if the interior designer has not been hired to do programming

Question 4

Site analysis includes the following tasks:

Answer 4

1. Reviewing architectural plans (if any)
2. Walking through the existing space
3. Measuring the space
4. Photographing the space
5. Determining views from the space
6. Understanding both the neighborhood and social context of the project.
7. Documenting the space with drawings including locating structure, utilities, built-ins and other relevant construction elements
8. Making an inventory of existing furniture and equipment that will be reused.
9. Analyzing codes and regulations that pertain to the project.
10. Determining sustainability requirements and goals.
11. Verify HVAC capacities and electrical systems.
12. Determining zoning set back limitations, heating and plumbing capacities, and septic tank.

Question 5

Due Diligence Site Investigation includes

Answer 5

1. Building Systems Coordination
2. Discussions of sustainable design as it relates to the programming phase of design (especially building site and location decisions).