Exam 1: Interior Design

An elderly couple are going to remodel their bathroom. They want to plan for the future in the event that one or both may ever find themselves confined to a wheelchair. The depth of the passage inside the bathroom is 21". What is the minimum size of the swinging door you as the designer would specify for the entrance to the space?

Thin Set has become a common method for setting floor tile in residential installations. Which of the following describes this type of installation?

Which of the following are characteristics of balloon frame Construction? A.It is commonly used today B.It has studs which are two stories in height C.It has second floor joists supported by a ribbon D.It may be used in single story homes

Mr)& Mrs. Jones have asked that there be insulation added to the walls of the interior bedroom walls. What is the purpose of this additional material?

Which of the following is a deciding factor when determining a footing depth?

The ABC cabinet company has come up with a new product which helps in the production of their cabinetry manufacturing business. They want to protect this new product so it can't be reproduced the same as theirs and protect their rights. The way to protect this product is by?

DB (decibel) is the measurement of ______ .

Knowing exists are an important part of interior space planning. Exits include:

Which room cannot be used as an exit to pass through unless the occupancy load has the minimal number of occupants?

What is the guideline for a hinged shower door?

If design firm ABC wanted to add funds to the budget to account for unforeseen change requests by the client and other conditions what is this called?

What is amperage?

2x 4 Studs in wall construction are usually placed ____ inches on center.

What is the purpose of a Gantt Chart ?

What does not change significantly when you dim a fluorescent fixture?

When life cycle costing of window systems it is important to; understand the expected service life. The estimates are based on normal usage and adequate maintenance. What is the expected service life of blinds?

The ADA protects qualified individuals that have disabilities from which of the following?

The clients live in a dry part of the country and are going to be building a new home in a tropical location. They have asked their local designer to design their new homes interiors. The designer needs to specify the kitchen cabinets that will work for the environment. Which of the following are the best choices?

The design coordinator for the new law offices requested to have pieces of the wood finish for the tables ordered for the conference room. The client wanted to make sure the tables ordered match the wainscot paneling in the same room. The vender provided the stain along with wood pieces for other desks on the office plan. As a group these are referred to as _____________?

The minimum slope for flat or corrugated plastic skylights is ____ in 12.