Identify the type of circulation pattern
Radial - it has a linear organization that extends from a centralized point.
Net-to-Gross Ratio
The net-to-gross ratio, also called efficiency, is the ratio of the net assignable area to the gross area.
Net Assignable Area
The net assignable area of a building contains all the individual areas of the building that are needed to satisfy the program. Net assignable area includes the following: general circulation, area of walls and structural components, stairways, shafts, and equipment and mechanical rooms.
Gross Area
The square footage of the building as measured from the outside face of the exterior wall.
What four components comprise programming?
- Function (the needs of the space) 2. Form (site, structure, and existing components) 3. Economy (building budget and maintenance costs) 4. Time (the allotted schedule needed to complete the work)
What are the five steps of architectural programming?
- Establish goals 2. Collect facts 3. Develop concepts and formulate relationships 4. Establish needs and prioritize relationships 5. State the problem
Design Concept vs. Programmatic Concept
A design concept is a physical solution to a client’s problem. A programmatic concept is an abstract of ideas about solving the client’s need to address performance problems before attempting to solve them with a physical design.
Sociopetal
Spaces, buildings, rooms, and even furniture designs can be considered sociopetal if their design brings people together.
Sociofugal
Opposite of sociopetal; spaces, buildings, rooms, and even furniture designs that tend to discourage interaction or social contact.
Gestalt
A theory of perception that emphasizes the whole over a collection of parts.
As a building increases in size, the cost per square foot (increases/decreases) .
Decreases.
Personal Space
Intimate distance: 6″–18″ Personal distance: 1′6″–2′6″ Social distance: 4′–12′ Public distance: 12′ and greater
What are 3 ways to determine space needs?
- By the number of people who must be accommodated
- By an object or piece of equipment that will be within the space (including any clearances needed for using it)
- By an activity that has clearly specified space needs
How much space does a student sitting in a classroom need?
15-20 SF
How much space does an office worker need?
100-250 SF
What is the net area per restaurant dining seat?
15-18 SF
Net area per restaurant kitchen seat
3.6-5 SF
Gross area per Hotel room (1.5 persons/room)
550-600 SF
Net area per person in library reading room
20-35 SF
Net area per bound volume in a book stack
.008 SF
Net area per person for theaters with fixed seats
7.5 SF
Net area per person for an assembly area; moveable seats
15 sf
What percentage of seating area is the size of a theater lobby?
30%
What is the net area per person in a store?
30-50 SF
