1. AT 201 Introduction to Architecture
Chapter 7
Room Planning- Sleeping and Bath Facilities
Dr. Trent
September 18, 2013

2. Objective Discuss factors that are important in the design of bedrooms
Plan the size and location of closets for a typical residence
Plan a furniture arrangement for a room
List requirements to make a bedroom accessible to the disabled
Implement important design considerations for bathrooms
Plan a bathroom that follows solid design principles
List the requirements to make a bathroom accessible to the disabled

3. Key Terms ½ Bath ¾ Bath Full Bath
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
Living Area
Ribbon Windows
Service Area
Sleeping Area
Split Bedroom Plan

4. Areas of a Residence
A residential structure can be divided into three basic areas:
Sleeping area
Where the family sleeps, rests and bathes
Living area
Where the family relaxes, entertains guests, dines, and meets together
Service area
Part of the house where food is prepared, clothes are laundered, goods are stored, the car is parked and equipment for upkeep is stored.

5. Designing with CADD
Design of bedroom and bathroom spaces may be developed easily and rapidly using modern CADD
Chief Architect
Envisioneer
Revit

6. Sleeping Area Usually takes up about 1/3 of the house Bedrooms
The size of the family usually determines the number of bedrooms needed
Size and Furniture
An average size bedroom contains between 125 and 175 square feet
Bedroom design is directly related to furniture size and arrangement

7. Sleeping Area Closets Each bedroom must have a closet
Access to the closet should receive serious consideration
FHA specifications recommend a minimum number of linear feet of closet rod for a woman and a different number of linear feet for a man

8. Sleeping Area Doors and windows Colors and finishing
Windows are important bedroom features
Each bedroom will have at least one entry door
Colors and finishing
A well planned bedroom is cheerful but restful, place

9. Bathrooms Bathrooms Number, location, and size
All homes require at least one bathroom
Number, location, and size
A full bath contains
lavatory
Water closet
Tub/shower
½ bath contains
Lavatory
¾ bath contains lavatory, water closet and a shower
FHA recommends a minimum size for bathrooms

10. Bathrooms Bathrooms Accessibility
If there is only one bathroom for all the bedrooms, it should b located in the hall common to all bedrooms

11. Bathrooms Primary fixtures Additional Fixture
Lavatory
Water closet
Tub
Shower
Additional Fixture
Bidet
Whirlpools and Jacuzzis
Bathtubs range is size from 28”x54” to 32”x72”

12. Bathrooms Ventilation and Electricity Safety
All bathroom must have ventilation
Windows
Exhaust fan
Safety
Safety is a prime consideration

13. Bathrooms Décor The décor of a well planned bath will provide
Easy cleaning
Resistance to moisture
Pleasing atmosphere
Materials used in LUXURY HOME bathroom showers differ from those used in AVERAGE HOMES

14. Internet Resources www.gaf.com www.kohler.com www.moen.com

15. Questions
In bathroom design, which 2 electrical safety concerns must always be addressed?
List 3 basic areas into which a residential structure may be divided.
In some design situations, a _________ is used to subdivide the bath into 2 compartments.
Which 3 materials are often used for bathroom showers in luxury homes?

16. Questions
Which 3 materials are commonly used for prefabricated bathroom showers in average homes?
Less space is wasted when the bedroom door is located near a _______ of the room.
FHA specifications recommend a minimum of ________ linear feet of closet rod for a woman and _______ linear feet for a man.

17. Questions
FHA recommends that the minimum bedroom size be no smaller than how many square feet?
A minimum bathroom size is ________.
Bathtubs range is size from 28”x54” to 32”x72”. What is the most common size?
List 4 types of doors generally used on closets.