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ID 2380 :: Interiors II
Interiors II
The typical project for this studio is one semester long residential project at approximately 1500-2000 sq. ft. Students will learn about basic construction as it relates to the interior space, such as interior/exterior wall details, cabinetry construction, window and door details, and roof design and layout. Students also learn space planning, basic site planning, residential lighting, dimensioning, furniture layout, exterior design, Kitchen and bath design, sample selection and model building. Service learning is an option as part of the residential project. Community partners have been Habitat for Humanity and local builders.
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ID 2380 Residential Project
PROJECT: Residential New Home
The Client Profile:
You are working for the Lubbock, TX Habitat for Humanity designing new home plans. These plans are available to low-income families that have been accepted into the program to purchase these homes at reduced cost.
Building Restrictions:
To design a space that would work for the variety of the possible client base and for the "aging in place" issue, universal design needs to be incorporated. Habitat wants a small, economical design (1200-1300 sf) with considerations (clustering plumbing, duel-use areas, etc.) to keep building costs down. Also, since the bathroom and kitchen areas are often problematic, they want these spaces to be designed for safety and accessibility. The building codes for this development also state that every dwelling must be single story. Habitat typically builds homes that have siding, but for the purposes of the class the home will be primarily brick veneer.
Client Preferences/Requirements (The Design Program):
To have your plan considered for Habitat use, you must follow these guidelines
- 3 bedroom home square footage must be 1200 (+/- 25 sq. ft) with one full bath
- 4 bedroom square footage 1350 (+/- 25 sq. ft) with two full baths. Split bathrooms are acceptable
- Habitat uses a horizontal heating unit in the attic, so access to the attic from inside is a must. The attic area will be 12' x 12'
- Energy efficiency is a critical component, since low-income families cannot afford high utility bills
- The water heater must be in the house in a closet. Cluster plumbing as much as possible to reduce costs. However, codes prevent the water heater in the bathroom area
- Must be universally designed. The home must be adaptable to wheelchair use in the future. All passage doors should be 3'0" and the hall should be 3'4" minimum
- Focused attention on kitchen and bathrooms (functional, attractive, versatile)
- Easily maintained materials and surfaces (consider cost and life)
- No extravagant, lavish amenities, but attractive components
- Multiple usage of space
- The open concept can be used for social areas
- A fireplace is not needed
- Usually do not have garages or carports to reduce building costs. Will have front access driveways
- Needs a front covered porch to the primary entrance and a simple stoop at the back door. Need at least one entrance accessible to persons who have difficulty with mobility
- Code requires a minimum 3'-0" x 4'4" window in each bedroom for ingress/egress
- Exterior storage is in a separate structure so do not place exterior access storage on the house
Presentation Requirements:
- Conceptual, Schematic, Preliminary plans and sketches
- Dimensioned plan with door/window/finish schedules
- Lighting and Electrical plan
- Site and roof plan with landscaping
- Exterior Elevations and Typical wall section
- Concept Model
- Kitchen Elevations, Isometric, Cabinet and House Sections
- Furniture plan with schedule
- Sample Board