1. SLEEPING AREAS: MASTER BEDROOM DESIGNS Architecture Mr. Huang Semester 2, 2012-13 Photo © http://www.hennenfurniture.com/m_master-bedroom.shtml

2. FUNCTIONS Provide maximum comfort and relaxation Can still include areas for reading and/or doing computer work as well as storing clothes, books, multimedia, and other items

3. MASTER vs. REGULAR BEDROOM A Master bedroom is much larger than a regular bedroom (typically suited for a couple with a king-size bed) A Master bedroom contains a larger closet (typically a walk-in closet) A Master bedroom also contains a master bath

4. LOCATION Should be located away from noisy areas of the house Should be located adjacent to other bedrooms

5. MASTER BEDROOM DOORS Entrance Hinged (positioned so that the door swings into an adjacent wall) Pocket Walk-in closet Pocket Bypass (sliding) Bifolding Photo © http://www.webuildhomes.net/dc12PII.htm

6. STORAGE SPACE Dressers Chests Vanities Dressing tables Shelving units Photo © http://www.tahoevacationguide.com/Groups/phototour.html

7. CLOSETS and CABINETS Wardrobe closet Store hanging and stacked clothing, shoes, etc Wall storage cabinet Replace or reduce amount of bedroom furniture Walk-in closet Recessed storage large enough so that you can walk around in it Photo © http://www.creationsbytodd.com/toc.htm

8. WALK-IN CLOSET DIMENSIONS Walk-in closet Small = 30 sq. ft. Medium = 50 sq. ft. Large = 100 sq. ft. Photo © http://www.closetsensations.com/

9. BEDROOM SIZES Master Bedroom Small = 150 sq. ft. Medium = 250 sq. ft. Large = 320+ sq. ft.

10. BATHS Fixtures – items that tap in to the plumbing lines Sink Toilet (water closet) Bathtub or shower

11. TOILETS Minimum distance of 18” from the center of the toilet to a side wall or other fixture. Toilet should not be visible when the bath door is opened.

12. TYPES of BATHS Master bath – accessible only from the master bedroom Central bath – general use for the entire family; accessible from all bedrooms Half bath – only contains a sink and toilet

13. BATH SIZES Full Small = 40 sq. ft. Medium = 80 sq. ft. Large = 120+ sq. ft. Photo © http://www.sanmiguel-rental.com/zh.html