Room Planning

Question 1

A well planned room is:

Answer 1

Comfortable, well lit, attractive, well heated and functional

Question 2

Guidelines for room planning

Answer 2

Consider the function of the room
Consider existing features
Storage 
Traffic flow
Heat and lighting

Question 3

Storage

Answer 3

Locker wardrobe and shelves

Question 4

Soft furnishings

Answer 4

Pillows and curtains

Question 5

Heating

Answer 5

Radiator and electric heater

Question 6

Lighting

Answer 6

Lamp and main light

Question 7

Floor plan

Answer 7

A sketch of a room drawn to scale on graph paper showing positions of fixtures

Question 8

Ergonomics

Answer 8

The study of efficiency in the workplace

Question 9

When designing kitchens

Answer 9

The size and shape 
Hygiene and safety 
Ventilation, light and heating 
Storage
Layout

Question 10

The work sequence

Answer 10

Food storage; preparation, washing, cooking and serving

Question 11

Work triangle

Answer 11

An invisible triangle between the cooker, sink and fridge to cut out unnecessary walking