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Chapter 6
Room Planning, and living area
Living Area
• The living area is the part of the house that most friends and guest see.
• This is the area that usually becomes the showplace.
• Comprises 1/3 of the house.
• It is the place for family get-togethers , and dining.
• It is the area for recreation, entertaining and just relaxing.
• The living area is composed of a number of rooms.– Living Room
– Dining Room
– Foyer
– Family Room
– Sunrooms
– Home Office
– Recreation Room
Living Rooms• Can be the center of
activity.• Living rooms are of all
sizes and shapes.• A small living room
would only have about 150 square feet.
• Average size would be around 250 square ft.
• A large size may exceed 400 sq ft depending on the home.
• The most important questions to ask regarding size and design of a living room are:– What type of furniture
– How often will the room be used
– How many people will use the room
– How many function will the room be used for.
– Is the room proportion to the rest of the home
• The location of the living room should not be such that a natural traffic pattern will be established through it to other parts of the house.
• Locate the room so other members of the family will not feel a need to use it as a hall to get to other areas of the house.
• Slightly raising or lowering the living room helps set it apart from other rooms.
• If handicapped people are involved and wheel chair access is needed the room should stay on grade.
• If the building site contains a pleasing view then consideration should be given in designing the living room to take advantage of the view.
• Consider orientation of the living room for maximum comfort and energy conservation.
• The north side is usually shaded and cool.
• The use of large windows or sliding doors further encourage a feeling of spaciousness.
• A properly designed living room can be a functional part of the house
• Modern living rooms should be exciting, colorful and inviting.
Dining Rooms• Main purpose of the dining room is to provide a place to eat.
• Many homes provide a formal dining room and an eating area in the kitchen.
• A small dining room would be 120 sq ft. and would provide space for a table and 4 chairs.
• Medium dining room would provide space for 6 to 8 people with a buffet and china closet. (12’ x 15’)
• A large dining room would range in size from 14’ x 18’ or larger.
• In most cases a dining rooms size is determined by the need of the family
• Typical dining room furniture includes the table and chairs, buffet, china closet, and possible serving area.
• Usually 2’-0” is ok behind the back of a chair and to the wall with someone sitting in the chair for clearance.
• Location of the dining room is important. It should be adjacent to the kitchen.
• When you have an open dining room the room seems a lot bigger.
Entryway • Every house has at
least one entryway but not all have a foyer.
• There are three basic types of entryways:– Main entry
– Service entry
– Special purpose entry
Foyer• The foyer is that part
of the house that you enter into and branch to other parts of the house.
• A foyer will have a coat closet close.
• The size of the foyer depends on the house.
• The size of the foyer will depend on several factors.– Size of the house
– Cost of the house
– Location
– Personal preference
Hall ways that are in homes are no narrower that 3’-0”.FHA recommends a 3’-6” hallway
• Well styled doors are a key element in the design of the entry.
• Entry door are 3’ wide and vary in height.
• Standard height is six feet eight inches
• The service entrance from the garage is 2’-8” wide and 6’-8” tall.
• Back doors are 2’-8” minimums and 6’-8” tall.