2/4 - 2/9
Develop marking period three calendar. Finalize landscape plan. Obtain materials for the final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
2/10 - 2/16
Begin construction of the final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
2/17 – 2/23
Continue construction of the final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
2/24 – 3/1
Continue construction of the final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
3/2 – 3/8
Continue construction of the final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
3/9 - 3/15
Continue construction of the final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
3/16 – 3/22
Continue construction of the final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Press release due 3/19.
3/23 - 3/29
Complete construction of the final model. Prepare for formal progress update. Make outline for presentation. Prepare mentor contacts. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Construction assignment.
3/30 - 4/5
Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Formal progress update (presentation) on 4/2. Webfolio/Logs/Mentor contacts due 4/3.
4/6 – 4/10
Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Marking period ends 4/10.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Developmental Work
My senior project involves developing an extensive set of drawings that will assist me in constructing an architectural model for a family of six (including an aging set of grandparents). The major material that I will be using in construction is balsa wood. My model will be constructed on a foam-core board no larger than 24” square. Throughout the process, prior to and during construction, I will be receiving guidance from my mentor.
Supply List
1) Glue: Model material attachment
2) 3 Sandpaper Sheets (9” x 11”): Material reduction/ forming
3) (Color) Paint (10 Grams): Exterior wall finish
Tool and Equipment List
1)Exacto Knife: Cut out balsa wood
2)Back Saw/Hand Saw: Cut out balsa wood
Material List
1) 10 Balsa Wood Sheets (1/8” x 4” x 36”): Model
2) Foam-Core Board (24” x 24”): Model base
3) 10 Sandpaper Sheets (9” x 11”): Roof/Driveway
4) 1 Bag of Lichen (Spring Green): Grass (Applied to green paint)
Plan of Procedures
1. Glue floor plan (actual drawing) in the center of the model base.
2. Based on all drawings, cut out all exterior walls from balsa wood.
3. Glue exterior walls in place, directly on top of floor plan.
4. In order to not mix up any interior walls and waste material, glue pieces to the floor plan in a systematic order as soon as they are cut.
Note: Be sure to cut out all doors and windows from balsa wood before gluing to model base.
5. When all walls are in place, construct the roof as a separate attachment. Cut pieces out based on the length of each individual half of a gable roof. Glue pieces together based on the pitch and slope of the roof plan.
6. Cut slits into sandpaper based on the size of the shingles from drawings and glue the required amount to cover the surface of the roof.
7. Cut out pieces of balsa wood to form patio and glue to model base.
8. Cut out a separate sheet of sandpaper for the driveway and glue to model base.
9. Paint the rest of the model base green and sprinkle lichen on top. Remove excess when dry.
10. Paint exterior wall and patio according to colors in drawings.
CAD DRAWINGS
Floor Plan
Roof Plan
Northern Elevation
Eastern Elevation
Southern Elevation
Sectional Detail
Room Finish Schedule
Door Schedule
Window Schedule
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Math and Science Final Report
Math and Science Final Report
1. Introduction
The past several weeks have been dedicated to my developmental work for my final solution. I have been working on several drawings and created a basic model that will ultimately assist me in the construction of my final architectural model. These steps are necessary for the production of the final solution and will help me avoid mistakes as much as possible. Math, science, and technology strongly relate to my project. They will define my final solution and support my choice of solutions.
2. Science Concepts
a. Layout/Ergonomics/Flow
i. Overview
The final solution was chosen mainly because of the layout and usage of space. The flow between the rooms is based off of their relation to one another. Ergonomics, the science that deals with designing and arranging things that people use, played a huge role in the final solution. Since the design of the house must compensate for all residents, the house was mainly designed for the elderly to function properly if they had mobility impairments. For example, all door openings and hallways are three feet wide for convenient use by persons in wheelchairs.
The following will be an overview of the house and how the rooms interconnect for maximum efficiency. The floor plan of the final solution (Figure 1) can be viewed for guidance. The front porch allows access to both the main entrance of the house and the garage. Next to the foyer is a half-size bathroom and a closet for people to hang their coats as soon as they enter the house. The right side of the house features all of the bedrooms. The first room located next to they foyer is the grandparents living room/kitchen, which then leads to their bedroom. Their rooms are located towards the front of the house and away from the other bedrooms, to give them a sense that they are living on their own. The grandparents and children can easily access the Jack-and-Jill styled bathroom. The children’s bedrooms are symmetrical and located on the same hallway leading to the master bedroom. The master bedroom features two closets and a master bathroom.
The left side of the house starts with a two-car garage. In the back of the garage is a mechanical/storage room. Through the back of the garage is an entrance to the house with an open laundry/mud room on the right side. The kitchen features two side-entrances and a large island for serving and dining. A pantry is placed on the left side of the kitchen for easy access. Finally, the dining room and living room are divided by a half-wall with three columns to section off the rooms, and also to create a feel of open space.
Figure 1: Floor Plan
ii. Traffic Areas and Patterns
Traffic areas of a house provide passage from one room or area to another. Efficient allocation of space was important when these areas were planned.
1. Entrances
The final solution has an outside waiting area (porch), a separation (door), and an inside waiting area (foyer). The main entrance is centrally located in order to provide easy access to the major areas of the house. The porch has a sufficient outside covered portion to shelter several people entering the house. A side entrance on the porch allows access to the garage. The foyer arrangement allows for the swing of all doors in the area and has enough space to allow several people to enter the house at the same time. The foyer closet is large enough for both family and guests to use for outdoor clothing. There is also a sliding door and a side door in side the house to allow convenient admittance outside.
2. Halls
The halls provide a controlled path that connect the various areas of the house and were designed to minimize traffic through rooms. All of the halls are three feet wide for furniture movement and wheelchair access. A half-wall divides the living room and dining room to channel hall traffic without the use of solid walls and two separate rooms.
ii. Living Room
The living room is one of the most important rooms in the house because it can serve many purposes. Since this project is designed under the affordable living guidelines, the room is on the smaller side, but should still allow for the combination of many living area activities. The room is easily accessible, but not visible, from the rest of the living area. It is located adjacent to the dining room so that it can become an extension of the room for social affairs. The separation between the two rooms with a half wall increases the connection between the two rooms.
iii. Dining Room
The purpose of a dining room is to provide a place for the family and guests to eat. Its ideal location requires only a few steps to get to and from the kitchen.
iv. Kitchen
The purpose of the kitchen is food preparation. The kitchens were designed to encompass space configuration, work surfaces, storage, and several components (refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher). The kitchen has four basic functions: storage, cooking, cleanup, and preparation. All of these functions are covered by the appliances, counter-tops, island, sink, cabinets, and refrigerator. Since space is limited, I decided to choose a combination of a u-shaped and corridor kitchen arrangement for the main house and an L-shaped kitchen for the grandparents.
v. Bedrooms
Since the competition’s specifications require a design for a family of six that includes an aging set of grandparents, a total of four bedrooms were chosen for the final solution. The primary function of a bedroom is to provide facilities for sleeping. All of the bedrooms are located on the right side of the house for sleeping comfort and privacy. As I stated earlier, the grandparents’ bedroom is still somewhat separate from the rest of the rooms to give them a sense of living on their own. The other three bedrooms are located off of the main hall of the house. Closets are located in each bedroom for storage space. A Jack-and-Jill bathroom is located to allow both the children and grandparents easy access. As in most houses, the master bedroom has an adjacent bathroom.
b. Structural Design
As with most modern buildings, the final solution has a skeleton-frame structure. Figure 2 displays the sectional detail of the final solution. The framework is open, self-supporting and covered by an outer, non bearing surface. The stability of the structure is based on the strength and placement of the structural members. The foundation was designed to support the loads of the structure while also keeping in mind that the structure must withstand the forces acting on it as well. The walls are given stability by their attachment to the ground and to the roof, while the roof is supported by the wall framework and interior partitions. The exterior wall is supported by the foundation, which is supported by full length footings. The footings distribute the heavy load of the structure throughout the surrounding ground and keep the entire structure firmly on the ground. Four types of forces that exert stress on building materials and the structure are compression, tension, shear, and torsion. All material in the structure based on size and location should be sufficiently strong and the stress created by these forces will create little or no damage.
Figure 2:Sectional Detail
c. Strength of Materials
The strength of construction material is the material’s capacity to support loads by resisting compression, tension, shear, and torsion forces. The structural strength depends on the type, size, and shape of the material. The steel members and concrete slabs can support more weight than a wood member of the same size, and are placed in areas with heavy building loads. Figure 3 displays concrete slabs that make up the foundation of the structure.
d. Sills
The foundation sills for the structure are wood members that are fastened to the top of foundation walls and provide the base for attaching floor systems to foundations. Sheet-metal termite shields are placed between the wood and concrete. Figure 3 displays both the sill and the termite shield.
Figure 3: Sill
e. Insulation
Insulation is used throughout the exterior walls in order to achieve thermal comfort for the occupants. It reduces unwanted heat loss or gain and addresses the main methods of heat transfer (conduction, radiation, and convection). Figure 4 displays a representation of insulation drawn in the sectional detail drawing.
Figure 4: Insulation
1. Introduction
The past several weeks have been dedicated to my developmental work for my final solution. I have been working on several drawings and created a basic model that will ultimately assist me in the construction of my final architectural model. These steps are necessary for the production of the final solution and will help me avoid mistakes as much as possible. Math, science, and technology strongly relate to my project. They will define my final solution and support my choice of solutions.
2. Science Concepts
a. Layout/Ergonomics/Flow
i. Overview
The final solution was chosen mainly because of the layout and usage of space. The flow between the rooms is based off of their relation to one another. Ergonomics, the science that deals with designing and arranging things that people use, played a huge role in the final solution. Since the design of the house must compensate for all residents, the house was mainly designed for the elderly to function properly if they had mobility impairments. For example, all door openings and hallways are three feet wide for convenient use by persons in wheelchairs.
The following will be an overview of the house and how the rooms interconnect for maximum efficiency. The floor plan of the final solution (Figure 1) can be viewed for guidance. The front porch allows access to both the main entrance of the house and the garage. Next to the foyer is a half-size bathroom and a closet for people to hang their coats as soon as they enter the house. The right side of the house features all of the bedrooms. The first room located next to they foyer is the grandparents living room/kitchen, which then leads to their bedroom. Their rooms are located towards the front of the house and away from the other bedrooms, to give them a sense that they are living on their own. The grandparents and children can easily access the Jack-and-Jill styled bathroom. The children’s bedrooms are symmetrical and located on the same hallway leading to the master bedroom. The master bedroom features two closets and a master bathroom.
The left side of the house starts with a two-car garage. In the back of the garage is a mechanical/storage room. Through the back of the garage is an entrance to the house with an open laundry/mud room on the right side. The kitchen features two side-entrances and a large island for serving and dining. A pantry is placed on the left side of the kitchen for easy access. Finally, the dining room and living room are divided by a half-wall with three columns to section off the rooms, and also to create a feel of open space.
Figure 1: Floor Planii. Traffic Areas and Patterns
Traffic areas of a house provide passage from one room or area to another. Efficient allocation of space was important when these areas were planned.
1. Entrances
The final solution has an outside waiting area (porch), a separation (door), and an inside waiting area (foyer). The main entrance is centrally located in order to provide easy access to the major areas of the house. The porch has a sufficient outside covered portion to shelter several people entering the house. A side entrance on the porch allows access to the garage. The foyer arrangement allows for the swing of all doors in the area and has enough space to allow several people to enter the house at the same time. The foyer closet is large enough for both family and guests to use for outdoor clothing. There is also a sliding door and a side door in side the house to allow convenient admittance outside.
2. Halls
The halls provide a controlled path that connect the various areas of the house and were designed to minimize traffic through rooms. All of the halls are three feet wide for furniture movement and wheelchair access. A half-wall divides the living room and dining room to channel hall traffic without the use of solid walls and two separate rooms.
ii. Living Room
The living room is one of the most important rooms in the house because it can serve many purposes. Since this project is designed under the affordable living guidelines, the room is on the smaller side, but should still allow for the combination of many living area activities. The room is easily accessible, but not visible, from the rest of the living area. It is located adjacent to the dining room so that it can become an extension of the room for social affairs. The separation between the two rooms with a half wall increases the connection between the two rooms.
iii. Dining Room
The purpose of a dining room is to provide a place for the family and guests to eat. Its ideal location requires only a few steps to get to and from the kitchen.
iv. Kitchen
The purpose of the kitchen is food preparation. The kitchens were designed to encompass space configuration, work surfaces, storage, and several components (refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher). The kitchen has four basic functions: storage, cooking, cleanup, and preparation. All of these functions are covered by the appliances, counter-tops, island, sink, cabinets, and refrigerator. Since space is limited, I decided to choose a combination of a u-shaped and corridor kitchen arrangement for the main house and an L-shaped kitchen for the grandparents.
v. Bedrooms
Since the competition’s specifications require a design for a family of six that includes an aging set of grandparents, a total of four bedrooms were chosen for the final solution. The primary function of a bedroom is to provide facilities for sleeping. All of the bedrooms are located on the right side of the house for sleeping comfort and privacy. As I stated earlier, the grandparents’ bedroom is still somewhat separate from the rest of the rooms to give them a sense of living on their own. The other three bedrooms are located off of the main hall of the house. Closets are located in each bedroom for storage space. A Jack-and-Jill bathroom is located to allow both the children and grandparents easy access. As in most houses, the master bedroom has an adjacent bathroom.
b. Structural Design
As with most modern buildings, the final solution has a skeleton-frame structure. Figure 2 displays the sectional detail of the final solution. The framework is open, self-supporting and covered by an outer, non bearing surface. The stability of the structure is based on the strength and placement of the structural members. The foundation was designed to support the loads of the structure while also keeping in mind that the structure must withstand the forces acting on it as well. The walls are given stability by their attachment to the ground and to the roof, while the roof is supported by the wall framework and interior partitions. The exterior wall is supported by the foundation, which is supported by full length footings. The footings distribute the heavy load of the structure throughout the surrounding ground and keep the entire structure firmly on the ground. Four types of forces that exert stress on building materials and the structure are compression, tension, shear, and torsion. All material in the structure based on size and location should be sufficiently strong and the stress created by these forces will create little or no damage.
Figure 2:Sectional Detailc. Strength of Materials
The strength of construction material is the material’s capacity to support loads by resisting compression, tension, shear, and torsion forces. The structural strength depends on the type, size, and shape of the material. The steel members and concrete slabs can support more weight than a wood member of the same size, and are placed in areas with heavy building loads. Figure 3 displays concrete slabs that make up the foundation of the structure.
d. Sills
The foundation sills for the structure are wood members that are fastened to the top of foundation walls and provide the base for attaching floor systems to foundations. Sheet-metal termite shields are placed between the wood and concrete. Figure 3 displays both the sill and the termite shield.
Figure 3: Sille. Insulation
Insulation is used throughout the exterior walls in order to achieve thermal comfort for the occupants. It reduces unwanted heat loss or gain and addresses the main methods of heat transfer (conduction, radiation, and convection). Figure 4 displays a representation of insulation drawn in the sectional detail drawing.
Figure 4: Insulation3. Math Concepts
a. Scale
The final floor plan will be prepared at the traditional scale of ¼” = 1’-0”. It will most likely have to be printed out on drawing sheet cut size B-(11” x 17”).
b. Dimensioning
Dimensions on a floor plan show the width and length of the house and its rooms. Dimensions also show the location of doors, windows, closets, and other objects. They show the sizes of materials and exactly where they are located. Regardless of the scale of the drawing, the dimensions always refer to the actual size. All dimension lines are located no closer than ¼” from object lines. Room sizes are shown by stating width and length under the room’s name. Figure one displays several forms of dimensioning and room sizes.
c. Roof Pitch
All of the roofs on the final solution are gable roofs. The roofs form triangular ends, which allow them to drain and ventilate easily. Pitch is the angle between the roof’s surface and the horizontal plane. The rise is the vertical distance from the top plate to the roof’s ridge. The run is the horizontal distance from the top plate to the ridge. All of the gable roofs have a roof scale of 5:12. Since all of the spans, or the full horizontal distance between outside supports, are different for each roof; the pitch and rise are different as well. In order to obtain the rise for the separate roofs, I used the equation 5”/12” = rise/run. Since I knew the run for each of the roofs, I simply cross multiplied to solve for the rise. Figure 5 displays a gable roof cross section on the eastern side of the structure. The drawing also shows the run, rise, and roof scale.
Figure 5: Roof
d. Economics (Affordable Housing)
The need to design and construct affordable housing in America is urgent. This Technology Student Association competition is based around affordable housing. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the generally accepted criteria of affordability is that a household pays no more than 30% of its annual income on housing. Based on this information and the research I conducted over the summer, I decided that the most effective way to design an affordable house is through careful planning. By this I mean to effectively use space and layout. Every unnecessary square foot added to the house costs money that can be saved. For this reason, I decided to design a one story house that effectively met the needs of a family of six including an aging set of grandparents.
i. Living Space
The total area of living space in the final solution came out to 1,609.5 feet2. This area includes all rooms, hallways, walls, etc. (except the garage). The total area was then multiplied by $110 per ft.2 and a price of $177,045 was obtained. This number represents an estimate cost to build the living space of the house.
ii. Garage Space
The total area of the garage including the walls came out to 517.5 feet2. This total area was then multiplied by $50 per ft.2 and a price of $25,875 was obtained. This number represents an estimate cost to build the garage space of the house.
The total cost (estimate) of the house is $202,920.
e. Standards
Based on what I gathered through research and through my mentor, there are several standard sizes/dimensions for different architectural features. These include the garage door, exterior doors, interior doors, slab-on-grade, window placement, and ceiling line. Other standards include closets, bathroom fixtures, mechanical fixtures, and kitchen fixtures.
The garage door is 16’ wide and 7’ tall. All exterior and interior doors are 3’ wide and 6’-8” tall. The sliding door in the living room is 6’-8” tall and 6’ wide. The slab-on-grade adds on an extra 8” to the entire structure’s bottom. The top of every window should be placed 7’ from the floor line. There should be a height of 8’ between the floor line and the ceiling line.
4. Technology
Technology is more or less the application of science. As I have stated earlier in this report, there are many science concepts used throughout this project. Therefore, technology has been implemented n many aspects of this project. Layout, ergonomics, flow, traffic, structural design, and material strength encompass technology.
a. Computer Aided Design Software
CAD is one of the most useful tools of an architect. The increase in computer technology and the effectiveness of CAD software has rendered hand-drawings obsolete. It has greatly assisted me throughout this project thus far by aiding me in the design of several architectural plans.
b. Structural Design
The development of lighter and stronger materials such as steel and structural lumber allowed for the construction of skeleton-frame structures.
5. Conclusion
Overall, mathematics, science, and technology, relate to an architectural project in many ways. The concepts in each of these categories assist in the design of architectural plans, while giving a better understanding of each concept as well. Layout, ergonomics, and flow were the most important concepts concerning the overall design and effectiveness of limiting the amount of square footage of the house. Through mathematics, science, and technology, I was able to produce a sound design for my final solution. After I finish all of the architectural drawings for this project I will commence the construction of my final model on a scale of ¼” = 1’0.
Works Cited
Hepler, Dana J., Paul Ross Wallach, and Donald E. Hepler. Drafting and Design for
Architecture. Clifton Park, NY: Thomson, 2006.
a. Scale
The final floor plan will be prepared at the traditional scale of ¼” = 1’-0”. It will most likely have to be printed out on drawing sheet cut size B-(11” x 17”).
b. Dimensioning
Dimensions on a floor plan show the width and length of the house and its rooms. Dimensions also show the location of doors, windows, closets, and other objects. They show the sizes of materials and exactly where they are located. Regardless of the scale of the drawing, the dimensions always refer to the actual size. All dimension lines are located no closer than ¼” from object lines. Room sizes are shown by stating width and length under the room’s name. Figure one displays several forms of dimensioning and room sizes.
c. Roof Pitch
All of the roofs on the final solution are gable roofs. The roofs form triangular ends, which allow them to drain and ventilate easily. Pitch is the angle between the roof’s surface and the horizontal plane. The rise is the vertical distance from the top plate to the roof’s ridge. The run is the horizontal distance from the top plate to the ridge. All of the gable roofs have a roof scale of 5:12. Since all of the spans, or the full horizontal distance between outside supports, are different for each roof; the pitch and rise are different as well. In order to obtain the rise for the separate roofs, I used the equation 5”/12” = rise/run. Since I knew the run for each of the roofs, I simply cross multiplied to solve for the rise. Figure 5 displays a gable roof cross section on the eastern side of the structure. The drawing also shows the run, rise, and roof scale.
Figure 5: Roofd. Economics (Affordable Housing)
The need to design and construct affordable housing in America is urgent. This Technology Student Association competition is based around affordable housing. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the generally accepted criteria of affordability is that a household pays no more than 30% of its annual income on housing. Based on this information and the research I conducted over the summer, I decided that the most effective way to design an affordable house is through careful planning. By this I mean to effectively use space and layout. Every unnecessary square foot added to the house costs money that can be saved. For this reason, I decided to design a one story house that effectively met the needs of a family of six including an aging set of grandparents.
i. Living Space
The total area of living space in the final solution came out to 1,609.5 feet2. This area includes all rooms, hallways, walls, etc. (except the garage). The total area was then multiplied by $110 per ft.2 and a price of $177,045 was obtained. This number represents an estimate cost to build the living space of the house.
ii. Garage Space
The total area of the garage including the walls came out to 517.5 feet2. This total area was then multiplied by $50 per ft.2 and a price of $25,875 was obtained. This number represents an estimate cost to build the garage space of the house.
The total cost (estimate) of the house is $202,920.
e. Standards
Based on what I gathered through research and through my mentor, there are several standard sizes/dimensions for different architectural features. These include the garage door, exterior doors, interior doors, slab-on-grade, window placement, and ceiling line. Other standards include closets, bathroom fixtures, mechanical fixtures, and kitchen fixtures.
The garage door is 16’ wide and 7’ tall. All exterior and interior doors are 3’ wide and 6’-8” tall. The sliding door in the living room is 6’-8” tall and 6’ wide. The slab-on-grade adds on an extra 8” to the entire structure’s bottom. The top of every window should be placed 7’ from the floor line. There should be a height of 8’ between the floor line and the ceiling line.
4. Technology
Technology is more or less the application of science. As I have stated earlier in this report, there are many science concepts used throughout this project. Therefore, technology has been implemented n many aspects of this project. Layout, ergonomics, flow, traffic, structural design, and material strength encompass technology.
a. Computer Aided Design Software
CAD is one of the most useful tools of an architect. The increase in computer technology and the effectiveness of CAD software has rendered hand-drawings obsolete. It has greatly assisted me throughout this project thus far by aiding me in the design of several architectural plans.
b. Structural Design
The development of lighter and stronger materials such as steel and structural lumber allowed for the construction of skeleton-frame structures.
5. Conclusion
Overall, mathematics, science, and technology, relate to an architectural project in many ways. The concepts in each of these categories assist in the design of architectural plans, while giving a better understanding of each concept as well. Layout, ergonomics, and flow were the most important concepts concerning the overall design and effectiveness of limiting the amount of square footage of the house. Through mathematics, science, and technology, I was able to produce a sound design for my final solution. After I finish all of the architectural drawings for this project I will commence the construction of my final model on a scale of ¼” = 1’0.
Works Cited
Hepler, Dana J., Paul Ross Wallach, and Donald E. Hepler. Drafting and Design for
Architecture. Clifton Park, NY: Thomson, 2006.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
MP2 Calendar
MP2 Calendar
11/18 - 11/24
Finalize floor plan. Draw sectional detail drawing. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Log sheet due 11/23.
11/25 - 12/1
Draw roof plan. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
12/2 - 12/8
Draw foundation plan. Draw landscape plan. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
12/9 - 12/15
Draw 3-D drawings/renderings if all other drawings are complete. Make a schedule of finish materials for all exterior and interior surfaces. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
12/16 - 12/22
Finalize all drawings and schedule of finish materials. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
Developmental work due 12/19. Bid process due 12/19.
12/23 - 12/29
Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
12/30 - 1/5
Start math and science analysis. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
1/6 - 1/12
Begin construction on final model. Prepare for formal progress update. Make outline for presentation. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Math and science analysis due 1/10.
1/13 - 1/19
Begin construction on final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Formal progress update (presentation) on 1/17.
1/20 - 1/28
Prepare mentor contacts. Prepare formal report to mentor about all progress (midterm exam). Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Marking period ends 1/28. Mentor contacts due 1/23.
11/18 - 11/24
Finalize floor plan. Draw sectional detail drawing. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Log sheet due 11/23.
11/25 - 12/1
Draw roof plan. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
12/2 - 12/8
Draw foundation plan. Draw landscape plan. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
12/9 - 12/15
Draw 3-D drawings/renderings if all other drawings are complete. Make a schedule of finish materials for all exterior and interior surfaces. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
12/16 - 12/22
Finalize all drawings and schedule of finish materials. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
Developmental work due 12/19. Bid process due 12/19.
12/23 - 12/29
Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
12/30 - 1/5
Start math and science analysis. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog.
1/6 - 1/12
Begin construction on final model. Prepare for formal progress update. Make outline for presentation. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Math and science analysis due 1/10.
1/13 - 1/19
Begin construction on final model. Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Formal progress update (presentation) on 1/17.
1/20 - 1/28
Prepare mentor contacts. Prepare formal report to mentor about all progress (midterm exam). Contact mentor. Update WebBlog. Marking period ends 1/28. Mentor contacts due 1/23.
Monday, October 15, 2007
Selection/Rejection/Intention Report
Background Situation
Several ideas for a solution to my design project have been developed. The alternate solutions will be sorted through and the most viable idea will be continued for development.
Report
All three alternate solutions were designed under the guidelines of affordable living and encompass a family of six including an aging set of grandparents. Also all possible solutions are one story homes with a minimum of three bedrooms. They also feature a separate living area for the grandparents and a bathroom that is easily accessible by bedrooms. In order to choose a final solution a design matrix will show on a scale from one to ten, which areas and features of the house are most feasible.
Each total percentage was based off of an individual area or feature of each alternate solution. Since there were ten areas of interest for scoring, the final score was obviously out of 100%. Alternate solution #3 came out with the highest percentage and is therefore going to be chosen as the final solution. To further solidify this choice pros and cons will be discussed for each alternate solution and the final solution will be elaborated on.
The second alternate solution also consists of four bedrooms. Again a large foyer is used as the entrance to the house, in which a lot of space is wasted money. The great room is a grand amount of space located in front of the entrance to the house and is not very convenient for a couch or a television set. A fire place is also located in the great room adding some uniqueness to this design. Directly behind the great room is the dining room which is easily accessible from the kitchen. The kitchen is built in an L shape with a very small pantry in the bottom corner to form two access ways into the room. The right side of the foyer and great room lead to the master bedroom. A lot of space is wasted in the entrance way to the room, where the walk-in closet should have been placed and the master bathroom has a very small walking space. The laundry room is placed strategically in the entry from back of the garage.
On the other side of the house are three other bedrooms and a bathroom. The two children’s bedrooms are a little bigger than needed and one room is missing a closet. The hallway leading to the grandparents’ room needs to be widened to three feet. Finally, the grandparents’ bedroom is evidently too small and needs to be pushed back farther. Unfortunately, this alternate solution’s cons also outweigh its pros.
Several ideas for a solution to my design project have been developed. The alternate solutions will be sorted through and the most viable idea will be continued for development.
Report
All three alternate solutions were designed under the guidelines of affordable living and encompass a family of six including an aging set of grandparents. Also all possible solutions are one story homes with a minimum of three bedrooms. They also feature a separate living area for the grandparents and a bathroom that is easily accessible by bedrooms. In order to choose a final solution a design matrix will show on a scale from one to ten, which areas and features of the house are most feasible.
Design Matrix
Each total percentage was based off of an individual area or feature of each alternate solution. Since there were ten areas of interest for scoring, the final score was obviously out of 100%. Alternate solution #3 came out with the highest percentage and is therefore going to be chosen as the final solution. To further solidify this choice pros and cons will be discussed for each alternate solution and the final solution will be elaborated on.The first solution is a four bedroom house featuring a covered porch. The foyer or entrance into the house is extremely large and the space is not utilized well. To the left of the foyer is the family room. This is poorly placed and also cannot be used well, especially since it has a small niche. Continuing through the family room is a small laundry room, bathroom, and three bedrooms. The two children’s bedrooms are symmetrical except for their closets. The entrance to these rooms is not very conducive if two people are entering or leaving their rooms at the same time. The grandparent’s room features a small living room and kitchen, but they are almost too small to be functional. The kitchen has enough space for cabinets, a dishwasher, and a refrigerator. It has also has a large pantry located in the back.
Straight through the foyer opens up into the gathering room and the dining room. The space is small, but feasible for this size house. The master bedroom is not a perfect rectangle so space can not be utilized to its full potential. The room also features a bathroom and a large walk-in closet. Overall the cons outweigh the pros for this alternate solution.
Straight through the foyer opens up into the gathering room and the dining room. The space is small, but feasible for this size house. The master bedroom is not a perfect rectangle so space can not be utilized to its full potential. The room also features a bathroom and a large walk-in closet. Overall the cons outweigh the pros for this alternate solution.
The second alternate solution also consists of four bedrooms. Again a large foyer is used as the entrance to the house, in which a lot of space is wasted money. The great room is a grand amount of space located in front of the entrance to the house and is not very convenient for a couch or a television set. A fire place is also located in the great room adding some uniqueness to this design. Directly behind the great room is the dining room which is easily accessible from the kitchen. The kitchen is built in an L shape with a very small pantry in the bottom corner to form two access ways into the room. The right side of the foyer and great room lead to the master bedroom. A lot of space is wasted in the entrance way to the room, where the walk-in closet should have been placed and the master bathroom has a very small walking space. The laundry room is placed strategically in the entry from back of the garage.
On the other side of the house are three other bedrooms and a bathroom. The two children’s bedrooms are a little bigger than needed and one room is missing a closet. The hallway leading to the grandparents’ room needs to be widened to three feet. Finally, the grandparents’ bedroom is evidently too small and needs to be pushed back farther. Unfortunately, this alternate solution’s cons also outweigh its pros.
The third and chosen solution features a three bedroom house. A covered porch opens up into a foyer that is also oversized, but is compensated by a convenient closet. The entry from the garage into the house is a mud room like the previous alternate solution. The kitchen features a small pantry and contains an opening in the wall to serve food and drinks to the gathering and dining room. The dining room is easily accessible from the kitchen. In the back of the house is the gathering room with an ample amount of space.
From the gathering room, a large hallway leads to the children’s bedroom and the master bedroom. The master bedroom’s main aspect is its large walk-in closet and bathroom. The best feature of this alternate solution is that the grandparent’s living quarters because they are located away from the rest of the family, giving them a feeling of living on their own. They can easily access the bathroom and have their own living room and miniature kitchen. The living room leads into a separate bedroom and overall gives the grandparents plenty of space. All in all, this alternate solution has proved to be the most viable because of the interconnection of similar rooms and how the layout flows.
From the gathering room, a large hallway leads to the children’s bedroom and the master bedroom. The master bedroom’s main aspect is its large walk-in closet and bathroom. The best feature of this alternate solution is that the grandparent’s living quarters because they are located away from the rest of the family, giving them a feeling of living on their own. They can easily access the bathroom and have their own living room and miniature kitchen. The living room leads into a separate bedroom and overall gives the grandparents plenty of space. All in all, this alternate solution has proved to be the most viable because of the interconnection of similar rooms and how the layout flows.
Since alternate solution three has been chosen, it has been further developed into an Auto-CAD drawing. The floor plan has several modifications in order to maximize the effective of the flow and use of space. The foyer has been made slightly smaller and a half bathroom has been added on the left side. A mechanical/storage room and a mud room have been placed directly behind the garage. Also, a small pantry has been added near the kitchen. The dining room and living room have been sized down keeping in mind affordable housing. The island in the kitchen is now more easily accessible to the dining room.
As for the living section of the house, one more bedroom has been added to allow the children to have separate rooms. A bathroom has been placed conveniently and has two doors so that both the children and grandparents can easily obtain entry. The master bedroom has been sized down slightly and now contains two smaller closets instead of one walk-in closet. The bathroom has also been rearranged in size and layout to allow more walking space. The shower and bathtub were combined to reduce space used as well. Finally the main feature of the house was left virtually the same. The grandparents’ room still features a living room, small kitchen, and a separate bedroom. Overall this design has proved to be very effective in making use of space and keeping related rooms near one another.
As for the living section of the house, one more bedroom has been added to allow the children to have separate rooms. A bathroom has been placed conveniently and has two doors so that both the children and grandparents can easily obtain entry. The master bedroom has been sized down slightly and now contains two smaller closets instead of one walk-in closet. The bathroom has also been rearranged in size and layout to allow more walking space. The shower and bathtub were combined to reduce space used as well. Finally the main feature of the house was left virtually the same. The grandparents’ room still features a living room, small kitchen, and a separate bedroom. Overall this design has proved to be very effective in making use of space and keeping related rooms near one another.
A preliminary model will be constructed and then the final solution will be developed even further. Several types of plans will be drawn consisting of a sectional detail drawing, foundation plan, roof plan, landscape plan, one or several exterior views, and three-dimensional drawings/renderings. (If time permits) After all plans have been drawn, the final model’s construction will commence.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Alternate Solutions
Alternate Solution #1
Alternate Solution #1
- 4 bedroom
- covered porch
- foyer opens up to family room and gathering room
- kitchen with large pantry
- opening from ktichen to gathering room
- grandparents room has separate living room and mini-kitchen
- storage makes room for utilities located in garage
- master bedroom with walk-in closet, bathtub and shower
Alternate Solution #2
Alternate Solution #2
- four bedroom
- foyer opens up into great room
- fire place
- kitchen connected to dining room
- kitchen is exposed along dining room area
- grandparents room contains mini-kitchen and living room
- master bedroom contains large bathtub and shower
Alternate Solution #3
Alternate Solution #3
- 3 bedroom
- covered porch
- foyer opens up into kitchen
- garage leads up to dryer/washer room
- ktichen leads to dining room
- gathering room and dining room are interconnected
- master bedroom has large room attached consisting of walk-in closet, vanit, double sink, bath, and shower
- grandparents room is in beginning of house to give separate living quarters feeling
- room begins with living room and mini kitchen and opens up into bedroom
Alternate Solution #3 Auto-CAD
Brainstorming
Floor Plan Ideas:
- 1 story
- 2 stories
- 3 rooms
- 4 rooms
- separate living area for grandparents (mother-daughter house)
- kitchen in grandparents bedroom
- island in kitchen
- kitchen has opening over counter into dining room
- fireplace
- bathroom accessible by children's room(s) and grandparent's room
- covered porch
- closet in foyer
Brainstorming Bubble Diagram: displays main rooms of house surrounded by related rooms. Rooms that are connected by a line should placed next to or near each other. This diagram helps to show the flow of the house and where rooms should be placed.
Brainstorming Diagram
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