IDFX Practice Questions (rated A+)correctly answered

IDFX Practice Questions (rated A+)correctly answered Which type of plan is always needed to begin space planning in an existing building? A) base plan B) circulation plan C) exiting plan D) reflected ceiling plan - correct answer Answer is A A base plan shows the layout of the existing building. It is always needed to begin the interior design space plan. For most planning problems, the MOST efficient type of circulation systems is a A) radial system B) single-loaded corridor system C) double-loaded corridor system D) grid system - correct answer Answer is C Because double-loaded corridor systems serve rooms on both sides of it in a straight line, this is the most efficient option for most interiors. Radial & grid systems generally have much higher proportions of corridor to space served than double-loaded systems According to Williams Pena's book, Problem Seeking, all design problems can be stated in terms of form & which three other factors? A) analysis, synthesis & function B) function, economy & time C) goals, facts & function D) economy, time & synthesis - correct answer Answer is B Design problems can be stated in terms of form, function, economy & time. Each of these statements can be further broken down into more specific terms. For example, economy can be studied in terms of initial cost, operating cost & life-cycle cost. Interior spaces often need to be multifunctional or flexible, What are the 3 components of flexibility as a programmatic design concept? A) versatility, convertibility & grouping B) expandability, hierarchy & flow C) flow, hierarchy & convertibility D) convertibility, expandability & versatility - correct answer Answer is D The 3 components of flexibility are convertibility, expandability & versatility. Convertibility refers to usefulness for different functions through the conversion of the space. Expandability refers to the ability to accommodate growth through expansion. Versatility refers to ability to accommodate a variety of activities. A residential design in a rural area involves the addition of two bedrooms & two bathrooms. Which of the following should be the 2 GREATEST concerns during the home's due diligence investigation? A) neighborhood character & zoning setbacks B) zoning setbacks & septic capacity C) heating system capacity & septic capacity D) zoning height limitations & heating system capacity - correct answer Answer is C Rural areas tend to use septic tank systems rather than sewer. Because the addition is for 2 bathrooms septic capacity is a primary concern. Adding 2 bedrooms would also increase heating requirements. Zoning setbacks/heights/neighborhood character are less of a concern in rural areas. A new office suite is planned for the 5th floor of a bldg. Which of the following existing characteristics would MOST affect egress planning? A) location of stairs & presence of a sprinkler system B) size of the existing bldg. & fire rating of the existing corridors C) area & shape of the 5th floor & location of stairs