1 Three Basic Areas of a Residence Sleeping Area – Where the family sleeps and rests. Living Area – Where the family relaxes, dines, entertains guests, and gathers. Service Area – Where food is prepared, clothes are laundered, goods are stored, the car is parked, and house equipment is stored.

2 Small Bedroom FHA recommends a minimum size of 100 square feet for a bedroom. This bedroom has the bare essentials, Closet & Window

3 Average Size Bedroom An average size bedroom contains between 125 and 175 square feet. Provides ample space for a double bed, chest of drawers, dresser, tables, etc.

4 Large Bedroom Has over 175 square feet of floor space. Provides space for additional furniture. May have its own private bath.

5 Bedroom Closets FHA recommends 4 linear feet of closet rod space for a male; 6 linear feet for a female. Minimum depth is 24". Locate on interior wall. Locate near bedroom door. (Schulte Corporation)

6 Bedroom Windows and Doors Placing windows on two walls is best. Provide at least one entry door. Door size: 6'-8" high, 2'-6" to 2'-10” Door should swing into the bedroom.

7 Bathrooms A small bath with a shower.

8 Bathrooms A minimal bath.

9 Hallways 3’ minimum width Never dead-ends into an exterior wall

10 Locations of Bathrooms One or more bathrooms should be near the bedrooms and living areas of the home.

11 Baths Per House Design Two-Story House – Requires at least 1-1/2 baths. – Full bath on second floor near bedrooms. Full bath – 1/2 bath has a water closet and lavatory. 1/2 bath Split-Level House – Requires at least 1-1/2 baths. – Full bath on sleeping level. Ranch Style House – Small: 1-1/2 baths. Large: 2 baths. Finished basement or attic: 3/4 bath.3/4 bath

12 Bath Size A minimum size bath is 5' x 8'.

13 Glossary 1/2 Bath. Typically has only a water closet and lavatory. 3/4 Bath. Contains only a lavatory, water closet, and shower. Full Bath. Contains a lavatory, water closet, and tub or tub/shower combination. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). Fast-acting device that detects short circuits and immediately shuts off power to the receptacle.

Stairs 3’ minimum width

15 Living Room Size Small Living Room – 150 square feet or less. Average Size Living Room – Around 250 square feet. Large Living Room – About 400 square feet.

16 Living/Dining Relationship Dining and entertaining are closely related. Locate living room and dining room close together. May be combined. An open plan appears larger than a closed plan.

17 Open Versus Closed Plan Decide early whether the dining room will be open or closed. A closed plan places the dining room in a cubicle.closed plan – Reduces overflow to other rooms. – House appears smaller and less dramatic. An open plan enhances function and efficiency of the dining room.open plan – Should be separated from the kitchen.

18 Dining Room Size Small-Size Room – About 120 square feet. – Seating for 4 to 6 people.

19 Location of Dining Room

20 Size of Foyer The size of the foyer will depend on several factors: – Size of the house. – Cost of the house. – Location of the foyer. – Personal preference. – Minimum size is 6' x 6'. – Average size is 8' x 10'. – Large size is larger than 8' x 10'.

21 Family Room Design Consider the number of people to use the room. Size is related to furniture selection. Common size is 12' x 20'.

22 The Service Area The service area supplements the living and sleeping areas of the house.service area Supplies equipment and space for: – Maintenance. – Storage. – Service. Includes kitchen, clothes care center, garage or carport, utility, and storage.

23 The Service Area

24 Basic Kitchen Styles There are six basic kitchen styles: – straight-line kitchen. – L-shaped kitchen. – Corridor kitchen. – Island kitchen. – U-shaped kitchen. – Peninsula kitchen.

25 U-Shaped Kitchen

26 Kitchen Plans

27 Kitchen Location The kitchen location is important. It is the prime element of the service area. Its relationship to other areas of house requires careful evaluation. – Locate it near the service entrance. – Locate it near the dining room. – Locate it near the laundry and a bath.

28 Clothes Care Centers Clothes care centers provide a location and facilities for washing, drying, pressing, folding, storing, and mending clothes. Clothes care centers – Intended to be more than a “utility room.” – located near the kitchen, if possible.

29 Garages and Carports The purpose of a garage or carport is to provide shelter for the family cars. They range from small and simple to large and complex spaces. Attached to the house or freestanding. Sizes depend on number of cars, size and layout of house, and space available. Two-car space: 20' x 20' to 25' x 25'.

30 Garage Doors Garage doors are available in wood, fiberglass, plastic, aluminum, and steel. Single door: 8' or 9' wide and 7' high. Double door: 16' or 18' wide and 7' high. Higher doors are made for recreational vehicles.