Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for good design?

Accepted Answer

A)  designing to meet the human factor. 
B)  current fashion trends. 
C)  integrity. 
D)  simplicity. 
A)  designing to meet the human factor. 
B)  current fashion trends. 
C)  integrity. 
D)  simplicity. B

Question 2

List and describe the three goals of interior design.

Accepted Answer

The three goals of decorative design are:
a. Function and the Human Factor-meeting the client's particular desires and needs
 b. Aesthetics---designs must maintain integrity and designers must develop a discerning eye
 c. Economics and Ecology---meeting the client's budget and developing an ethical responsibility to select products and finishes that are environmentally sustainable

Question 3

List and describe two Allied Professions.

Accepted Answer

1. Occupational Therapist: Occupational therapists work with individuals who have physical, mental, or developmental challenges to help them improve their ability to perform daily activities. They may work with clients to develop skills for independent living, provide adaptive equipment, or modify the environment to support their clients' needs.

2. Speech-Language Pathologist: Speech-language pathologists work with individuals who have communication or swallowing disorders. They assess and diagnose speech and language disorders, develop treatment plans, and provide therapy to help clients improve their communication skills. They may also work with individuals who have difficulty swallowing to improve their ability to eat and drink safely.

Question 4

The section of specific furniture, fabrics, and finishes occurs during which phase?

Accepted Answer

A)  programming 
B)  conceptual design 
C)  design development 
D)  contract documentation 
A)  programming 
B)  conceptual design 
C)  design development 
D)  contract documentation

Question 5

Design decisions involving broad-based concepts including the character, function, and aesthetics of the space describe which phase of design?

Accepted Answer

A)  programming 
B)  conceptual design 
C)  design development 
D)  design concept 
A)  programming 
B)  conceptual design 
C)  design development 
D)  design concept

Question 6

Explain the differences between an interior decorator and an interior designer.

Accepted Answer

Essentially interior decorators apply de

Question 7

Through _______the designer focuses on gathering information. Once this information is established it is_________ into a design solution.

Accepted Answer

A)  synthesis: analyzed 
B)  the initial client contact; configured 
C)  programming; synthesized 
D)  analysis; synthesized 
A)  synthesis: analyzed 
B)  the initial client contact; configured 
C)  programming; synthesized 
D)  analysis; synthesized

Question 8

What is the difference between conceptual design and design development?

Accepted Answer

Conceptual design involves the proposed

Question 9

The information gathering phase is called

Accepted Answer

A)  initial client contact. 
B)  programming. 
C)  analysis. 
D)  schematic design. 
A)  initial client contact. 
B)  programming. 
C)  analysis. 
D)  schematic design.

Question 10

The use of bubble diagrams, matrices, and blocking diagrams are all part of

Accepted Answer

A)  programming. 
B)  space planning. 
C)  working drawings. 
D)  design development. 
A)  programming. 
B)  space planning. 
C)  working drawings. 
D)  design development.

Question 11

A project incorporating green design solutions would

Accepted Answer

A)  involve the use of environmentally sustainable products. 
B)  involve the use of products made from the environment. 
C)  involve the use of products made from plants. 
D)  involve the use of organic design solutions. 
A)  involve the use of environmentally sustainable products. 
B)  involve the use of products made from the environment. 
C)  involve the use of products made from plants. 
D)  involve the use of organic design solutions.

Question 12

Detailed plans, elevations, and sections are all part of the

Accepted Answer

A)  construction package. 
B)  written specifications. 
C)  furniture, finish, and equipment package. 
D)  construction drawings. 
A)  construction package. 
B)  written specifications. 
C)  furniture, finish, and equipment package. 
D)  construction drawings.

Question 13

Why is the design process cyclical?

Accepted Answer

The design process requires co

Question 14

Overseeing the actual work of the painter and carpet layer occurs during

Accepted Answer

A)  schematic design. 
B)  conceptual design. 
C)  contract documentation. 
D)  contract administration. 
A)  schematic design. 
B)  conceptual design. 
C)  contract documentation. 
D)  contract administration.

Question 15

The best definition of the punch list is

Accepted Answer

A)  a list (developed at the end of contract administration) of all items not yet finished on the job. 
B)  a list shared with the contractors indicating items to be "punched" or placed into walls such as light switches. 
C)  a list (developed during post-occupancy evaluation) that defines problems with the design. 
D)  a list of all the ingredients to be added to the holiday punch bowl. 
A)  a list (developed at the end of contract administration) of all items not yet finished on the job. 
B)  a list shared with the contractors indicating items to be "punched" or placed into walls such as light switches. 
C)  a list (developed during post-occupancy evaluation) that defines problems with the design. 
D)  a list of all the ingredients to be added to the holiday punch bowl.

Question 16

Identify (3) areas of design specialties.

Accepted Answer

Design is a broad field with numerous sp

Question 17

Discuss discernment.

Accepted Answer

Discernment is the ability to delineate

Question 18

Writing purchase orders or developing a spec book is completed during which phase?

Accepted Answer

A)  schematic design 
B)  conceptual design 
C)  contract documentation 
D)  contract administration 
A)  schematic design 
B)  conceptual design 
C)  contract documentation 
D)  contract administration

Question 19

The concept of universal design requires projects to

Accepted Answer

A)  universally meet cross-cultural needs. 
B)  adapt to those with temporary disabilities regardless of culture. 
C)  integrate the needs of a variety of clients. 
D)  meet the diverse needs of clients regardless of age and abilities. 
A)  universally meet cross-cultural needs. 
B)  adapt to those with temporary disabilities regardless of culture. 
C)  integrate the needs of a variety of clients. 
D)  meet the diverse needs of clients regardless of age and abilities.

Question 20

Interior design integrates the seemingly opposite disciplines of

Accepted Answer

A)  art and science. 
B)  art and philosophy. 
C)  the physical and the psychological. 
D)  art and space. 
A)  art and science. 
B)  art and philosophy. 
C)  the physical and the psychological. 
D)  art and space.

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for good design?

List and describe the three goals of interior design.

List and describe two Allied Professions.

The section of specific furniture, fabrics, and finishes occurs during which phase?

Design decisions involving broad-based concepts including the character, function, and aesthetics of the space describe which phase of design?

Explain the differences between an interior decorator and an interior designer.

Through _the designer focuses on gathering information. Once this information is established it is___ into a design solution.

What is the difference between conceptual design and design development?

The information gathering phase is called

The use of bubble diagrams, matrices, and blocking diagrams are all part of

A project incorporating green design solutions would

Detailed plans, elevations, and sections are all part of the

Why is the design process cyclical?

Overseeing the actual work of the painter and carpet layer occurs during

The best definition of the punch list is

Identify (3) areas of design specialties.

Discuss discernment.

Writing purchase orders or developing a spec book is completed during which phase?

The concept of universal design requires projects to

Interior design integrates the seemingly opposite disciplines of

The Value of Interior Design: Health, Safety, and Welfare

Elements and Principles of Design

The Science of Color, Psychology and Physiology of Color

Construction Components, Systems, and Codes

Lighting, Electrical, and Communications

Space Planning: Furnishings to Rooms

Space Planning: Rooms to Buildings

Floors

Ceilings and Walls

Furniture

Textiles

Windows Treatments, Accessories and Art

Interior Design As a Career

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Exam 1: Understanding Interior Design

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for good design?

List and describe the three goals of interior design.

List and describe two Allied Professions.

The section of specific furniture, fabrics, and finishes occurs during which phase?

Design decisions involving broad-based concepts including the character, function, and aesthetics of the space describe which phase of design?

Explain the differences between an interior decorator and an interior designer.

Through _______the designer focuses on gathering information. Once this information is established it is_________ into a design solution.

What is the difference between conceptual design and design development?

The information gathering phase is called

The use of bubble diagrams, matrices, and blocking diagrams are all part of

A project incorporating green design solutions would

Detailed plans, elevations, and sections are all part of the

Why is the design process cyclical?

Overseeing the actual work of the painter and carpet layer occurs during

The best definition of the punch list is

Identify (3) areas of design specialties.

Discuss discernment.

Writing purchase orders or developing a spec book is completed during which phase?

The concept of universal design requires projects to

Interior design integrates the seemingly opposite disciplines of

The Value of Interior Design: Health, Safety, and Welfare

Elements and Principles of Design

The Science of Color, Psychology and Physiology of Color

Construction Components, Systems, and Codes

Lighting, Electrical, and Communications

Space Planning: Furnishings to Rooms

Space Planning: Rooms to Buildings

Floors

Ceilings and Walls

Furniture

Textiles

Windows Treatments, Accessories and Art

Interior Design As a Career

Filters

Through _the designer focuses on gathering information. Once this information is established it is___ into a design solution.