INDD9
Module 9: Space Planning (Optional)
Outcome
Examine the process of space planning for interior design projects.
Indicators
(a) Explain the goals of space planning for interior design projects.
(b) Describe the characteristics of typical public (e.g., entry, living room, dining room, meeting room), private (e.g., bedrooms, bathrooms) and work (e.g., kitchen, laundry, office) zones in residential and/or commercial spaces.
(c) Provide examples of how public, private and work zones are arranged in relation to each other in residential and/or commercial spaces.
(d) Explain the need to consider safety when planning and designing spaces, considering things such as stairs, rails and balconies.
(e) Provide examples of how public and private zones are connected (e.g., stairs, halls, archways) in residential and/or commercial spaces.
(f)

Analyze traffic patterns in various floorplans, considering factors such as:

  • door and window placement;
  • swing of doors;
  • room entry and exit points;
  • seating needs;
  • furniture placement;
  • kitchen work triangle; and,
  • emergency routes.
(g) Create bubble diagrams to analyze the zones and the relationships between zones for a client’s space.
(h)

Evaluate the needs of potential users and design floorplans for a specific space that addresses:

  • private zones;
  • public zones;
  • work zones;
  • traffic flow; and,
  • storage needs.
(i) Construct concept boards to present potential space plan ideas to clients.
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