Space Planning Assistant at Home ~~~~Shi-Jen Feng

Space Planning is Mathematical  Thanks to mass production, materials used for building a house now share the same size standard. ex: 2 x 4 wood stud, 36” wide doors, 5/8” sheetrock boards, etc.

Space Planning is Regulated  For different purposes, there are various laws that an architect is confined to when designing. ex: Americans with Disabilities Act, Fire Safety, Health, etc.

Space Planning is Experiential  Architects and designers sometimes design according to experience in order to work faster. They follow the rules that they know will create pleasant results. ex: Rule of Thirds, Alignment, Rhythm Architectural Record

The Machine Database  Standard Dimensions of Various Materials (ex: wood stud, drywall)  Standard Dimensions of Various Products (ex: door, sofa, coffee table)  Space Planning Examples  Local and National Regulations

The Machine Inputs  Floor Plan of the Space to Be Designed  Number of Rooms Desired  Types of Rooms Required  Special Criteria (ex: wheelchair user, children)  Location of the Space

The Machine Outputs  Three Space Planning Options  Explanation Sheet for the Usage of the Space  Explanation Sheet for Regulations the Designs Follow  A Digital Record of the Designs (ex: CD-Rom, Flash Drive)