Space Planning Objective 5.01

Grouping by FUNCTION 0 When designing the layout of a house, rooms with similar functions are usually grouped together 0 Grouping by FUNCTION is the most efficient way to organize space 0 Most spaces can divided into categories: 0 Quiet or private area 0 Service or work areas 0 Social area

Quiet/Private Areas Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Bedrooms 0 Usually about 1/3 of the house is dedicated to the sleeping area 0 Houses are usually categorized by the number of bedrooms 0 Most bedrooms are grouped together in a quiet area of the house.

Bedrooms 0 Bedroom sizes: 0 Small 100 square feet 0 Average between 125 and 175 square feet 0 Large 175 square feet or larger 0 Each bedroom must have a closet 0 All bedrooms must have at least 1 window 0 Ideal bedrooms will have at least 2 windows

Now for the other private area…. Bathrooms!

Where we have come from…ancient Rome

Consider the following when planning for baths: 0 Locate baths near existing plumbing lines to lower construction costs 0 Position bathrooms to provide sound barriers between private and social areas 0 Consider how many people will use the bath 0 Design and measure the layout carefully as it is difficult and expensive to move fixtures 0 Allow space for safety 0 Check local building codes for minimum requirements needed for the bath.

Half Bath

¾ Bath

Full Bath

Master Bath

Service or Work Areas Kitchen, Laundry, Basement, Garage, Service Entries, Special Purpose Rooms, Storage Areas

Kitchens 0 Located near service entrance and dining area 0 Circulation from other areas should not pass through the kitchen

L-Shaped Kitchen 0 Appliances and cabinets are arranged along 2 adjoining walls 0 Allows an open area that may be used for dining.

U-Shaped Kitchen 0 Appliances and cabinets that are arranged along 3 adjoining walls 0 Has the most continuous counter space.

G-Shaped or Peninsula 0 An L-shaped or U-shaped kitchen with an attached island at one end.

Single or One Wall Kitchen 0 All appliances and cabinets are on one wall 0 Takes the least amount of space but has limited storage & countertop area.

Corridor or Galley Kitchen 0 Appliances and cabinets are arranged along 2 walls, with an aisle between them 0 Has a compact efficient work triangle.

Laundry 0 Depending on the needs of the family, located in the kitchen, mudroom, utility room, sleeping area, or basement

Service Entry 0 Entrance to the house that often leads into the kitchen. 0 It is preferable that it opens into a mud room

Special Purpose Rooms 0 Rooms dedicated to one purpose such as a home office or exercise room

Social Areas Main Entry, Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Multipurpose Room

Main Entry - Foyer 0 Formal entrance to a home

Multi-Purpose or Family Rooms 0 Rooms that provide space for multiple activities such as visiting, reading, and watching TV