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NCIDQ – IDPX(rated A+ ALREADY PASSED!)A: Door Schedule Where would it be best to call out the frame material on an entry door? A. door schedule B. finish schedule C. hardware schedule D. finish plan A: 'I' should be used for interior design sheets when an architect's drawings are included as part of the drawing set 'I' is most commonly used when architectural drawings are also included in a drawing set, as a means to easily distinguish between architectural and interiors work. When would be most appropriate for an interior designer to use the prefix letter ‘I’ when numbering a set of construction drawings? A: ‘I’ should be used for interior design sheets when an architect’s drawings are included as part of the drawing set B: ‘I’ should be used for small interior design projects only C: 'I’ should never be used; the letter ‘A’ should always be used for any sheets pertaining to either architectural or interior design D: ‘I’ should always be used for all interior design sheets in a drawing set 00:41 01:36 B: List the information in a proprietary specification. A proprietary specification calls out one single item by brand name, manufacturer, and model number. Proprietary specifications are the most restrictive as they give the interior designer complete control over what is to be installed in a project. Sometimes the specifications include an "or equal" clause (referred to as a "base-bid specification"), which means the substitution of other products will be allowed if the contractor thinks they are equal to the one specified. With a proprietary specification, the interior designer can also require that a sample be submitted to further verify that the item meets the project needs, but requesting a sample alone is not the best way. What is the best way for an interior designer to ensure that the exact product desired will be used in the final design? A: Require that the contractor submit samples of all items before purchasing. B: List the information in a proprietary specification. C: Show the configuration of the product on the drawings, and call it out specifically. D: Write a closed, descriptive specification. B: wall-to-wall carpeting Carpeting is a finish item (like paint or ceiling tile) that is attached to the construction and is typically part of the construction contract. Even though a sculpture is physically attached to the construction, it is commissioned directly with the artist and may be included in the FF&E budget. Vertical blinds are sometimes included in the construction contract but not as commonly as wall-to- wall carpeting is. Vending machines can also be part of a construction contract, but if there is both a construction and FF&E contract, they are usually part of FF&E. Although all four of the items mentioned may be part of either contract as the client wishes, the question asks which is generally not. Which of the following is generally NOT considered FF&E? A: vertical blinds B: wall-to-wall carpeting C: a commissioned sculpture bolted to a wall D: vending machines built into an opening C: Base-bid specifications A base-bid specification calls out a proprietary material or product but allows substitutions. An interior designer can use the term or "approved equal". In a base-bid specification to ensure that any substitutions submitted are of equal quality and gives the chance for the interior designer to review and approve any substitutions prior to being incorporated into the bid. In which type of construction specification is the term “approved equal” most likely to be used? A: Performance specifications B: Descriptive specifications C: Base-bid specifications D: Proprietary specifications D: book match Only book matching and slip matching refer to the ways individual veneer pieces can be laid up next to each other. Of these two options, book matching is generally considered the preferred, most pleasing match. When specifying the method by which two veneer pieces are to be applied, the most pleasing result is usually obtained with a: A: random match B: balance match C: slip match D: book match Millwork section What type of drawing is shown in this image? C: The contractor may propose a substitution, but it must be approved by the interior designer. Both the interior designer and client must agree to the use of a contractor-selected product. The alternate product must be reviewed and approved by the interior designer, not just the contractor. The intent of the "or approved equal" language is to permit equal products, although sometimes the alternate does turn out to be better than the one specified. What does the phrase “or approved equal” mean in a specification? A: The client must agree to the use of a product selected by the contractor. B: The interior designer and client can permit the substitution of an alternate product if they feel it is better than the one specified. C: The contractor may propose a substitution, but it must be approved by the interior designer. D: An alternate product may be bid on by the contractor if he or she is sure it provides the same quality as the product specified. C. guide specifications and Master specifications Because it is difficult to write a complete, accurate, up-to-date specification of any type and most projects require many specifications, the majority of offices use Master specifications. Master specifications or guide specifications are pre written specifications that cover nearly all types of products, method of installation, and other variables that relate to a specific product or construction activity. Which type of specifications used by most design firms, are pre written specifications that cover nearly all types of products, methods of installation, and other variables that relate to a specific product or construction activity? A. industry specifications and reference specifications B. guide specifications and reference specifications C. guide specifications and Master specifications D. base-bid specifications D. are not part of the contract documents All of the following are true about construction drawings EXCEPT? A. must show the technically correct ways of meeting the functional requirements of the design B. represents the interior designer's final decisions concerning design, building methods, and construction technology C. must be coordinated with the specifications and the consultant's drawings D. are not part of the contract documents IV Resilient channels are used to improve the acoustical properties of a wall by isolating the wallboard from rigid attachment to the framing. Insulation is also placed in the stud cavities to improve the acoustical quality of the partition. For the best STC ratings in a healthcare facility, the interior designer should accommodate for a wall thickness that includes resilient channels. Option I shows a typical partition with one layer of gypsum on each side, which could work but likely wouldn't meet the patient privacy guidelines for a clinic setting. Option II shows gypsum board on only one side of the partition and an unfinished face on the other. Option III would work if the exam rooms weren't back-to-back as what was mentioned in the question since only one side has two layers of gypsum board. Option IV gives the best acoustical separation between the exam rooms because of the inclusion of resilient channels and staggered studs. While designing a clinic, the interior designer has discovered the extensive requirements for patient privacy in a healthcare facility.Which of the following partitions is the BEST to incorporate into the design for a block of back-to-back exam rooms? I II III IV D. building owner The building owner sets standards and regulations regarding the type of building standard light fixtures, if any. Before preparing construction documents, the interior designer should verify if any particular types of lighting fixtures are required by coordinating with the A. contractor B. electrical engineer C. architect D. building owner D. switch locations Because the interior designer coordinates switch locations with furniture placement, they are the best answer. The interior designer would not determine conduit size or dedicated outlets. Speaker locations would be shown on the reflected ceiling plan. In working with an electrical engineer on a project, what information would the designer most likely put on the interior design power plan? A. dedicated outlets B. conduit sizing C. speaker locations D. switch locations C. mechanical consultant An underfloor raceway system uses metal enclosures buried in the concrete floor slab. The selection would obviously involve the electrical consultant and the architect because this is part of the architectural work. The structural engineer would also be involved because the size, spacing, and configuration of the system affects the thickness of the slab and its reinforcing. Who would be LEAST involved in the section of an underfloor raceway system? A. structural engineer B. electrical consultant C. mechanical consultant D. architect C. heat Each individual sprinkler head has a heat sensitive element. When heat is above a certain threshold, this activates the sprinkler. What activates the sprinkler heads? A. fire B. building security system C. heat D. smoke A. plumbing Computer cable and electrical conduit are commonly placed in raised access floors, used below computer rooms or where equipment must be kept cool. Duct work is also allowed. Plumbing is not allowed because pipe breaks can cause problems. What would NOT be allowed in an access floor with removable panel? A. plumbing B. HVAC C. electrical conduit D. computer cable D. partition height, gauge of the stud, spacing of studs and number of layers of gypsum board The most common size of 2 1⁄2′′ for nonstructural steel framing. This depth is sufficient for normal ceiling heights and slab to slab partitions. It allows enough room for electrical boxes and small pipes. The studs are normally placed 16′′ or 24′′ on center. What determines the depth of steel studs in commercial construction? A. acoustical rating of the wall B. the fire rating of the wall C. the thickness of the gypsum board D. partition height, gauge of the stud, spacing of studs and number of layers of gypsum board C. plenum Commercial construction includes a plenum space above finished ceiling for mechanical systems, wiring and other building services. A J-box for branching or connecting electrical circuits would be within the plenum space. Wiring is concealed within a conduit. J-boxes will be exposed or mounted on the wall or finished ceiling for lighting or other features requiring an electrical connection. Where is the junction box for a power pole located? A. access panel B. floor C. plenum D. circuit breaker box B. resilient channels Resilient channels improve the acoustical properties of a wall by separating the wall's structure from its surface material. They make the wall less stiff, inhibiting the transfer of vibrations through to the other side. The transmission loss of a sound barrier can be improved by constructing it as two separate layers that are not rigidly interconnected. The air cavity between reduces the stiffness of the barrier, and improves its ability to block sound. Filling the void with porous sound‐absorbing material increases the transmission loss. Any rigid interconnections decrease performance, and a common stud wall will perform in a manner similar to a single‐material wall. Hat-shaped furring channels are used for ceiling framing and to fur out from concrete or masonry walls if the walls are uneven or if additional depth is needed for electrical outlets or insulation. Insulation is also placed in the stud cavities to improve the acoustical quality of the partition. Wood furring strips can also be used in some situations. Which of the following would be used to improve the acoustical properties of a wall by isolating the wallboard from rigid attachment to the framing? A. wood furring strips B. resilient channels C. hat shaped furring channels D. insulation B: False Before the formal permitting process starts, the designer may work formally or informally with the local building department during design of the project. This is most often done when there are unusual aspects of the project that are not clearly defined by the building code or when alternate designs or materials are being proposed. The interior designer can present a proposed design with specific questions, and the building official can provide opinions or likely requirements that the designer's plans must meet to be acceptable to the building department when they are formally submitted for review. Prior to formally submitting drawings for permit, an interior designer cannot ask a building official to provide opinions or likely requirements regarding the proposed design. A: True B: False A. candlepower Directional luminaires and lamps are measured according to the direction and intensity of the light emitted from them. The intensity of a light source is measured in candlepower, which can be found in both a lamp and luminaire manufacturer's published catalogs. Although not all interior designers are expected to calculate lighting levels, it is a good idea to have some estimation of the lighting level you are designing for and approximately how many luminaires you will need in a space in order to lay out a fairly accurate reflected ceiling plan. However, remember the calculations provided here are only estimates and do not replace accurate calculations when called for. This is a representation of the shape and direction of the light coming from a luminaire. This distribution of light can be represented either numerically or graphically. A. candlepower B. lumen distribution chart C. color rendering index chart D. footcandle distribution chart C. improve the acoustic characteristics of the wall For interior partitions, insulation is only good to dampen sound within the cavity of the partition. What is the purpose of insulation used in interior walls? A. improve the strength of the wall B. increase the fire resistance of the wall C. improve the acoustic characteristics of the wall D. prevent heat transmission from one side to the other A. level 5 The types of finishes on gypsum wallboard have been standardized by the GypsumAssociation (GA) and published in GA-214, Recommended levels of Gypsum Board Finish. The levels provide a way to specify the exact requirement for any project. This is important because factors such as lighting conditions and paint type can affect the appearance of a surface that has not been properly finished. For example, strong side lighting from a window perpendicular to a partition can accentuate minor flaws and dents in the wallboard. Level 5 is similar to Level 4 except that a thin skim coat of joint compound is applied over the entire surface. This level is used where gloss, semi-gloss, enamel, or non- textured flat paints are specified or where severe lighting conditions exist. Which level of gypsum board finish should be used where gloss, semi-gloss, enamel, or non- textured flat paints are specified or where severe lighting conditions exist? A. level 5 B. level 1 C. level 6 D. level 3 D. none of these - all sizes are acceptable For most stairs a 7′′ (178 mm) riser and 11′′ (279 mm) tread is a good combination and satisfies the IBC, which limits risers to 7′′ (178 mm) in most stairways and (7.75′′ ( 197 mm) in residential stairways). The minimum tread depth by code is 11′′ (or 10′′ (254 mm) in residential stairways). When designing stairs in a residential space, which of the following would not be an acceptable riser/tread size combination? A. 6" (150 mm) and 15" (375 mm) tread B. 7" (178 mm) riser and 11" (279 mm) tread C. 7.5" (191 mm ) riser and 11" (279 mm) tread D. none of these - all sizes are acceptable B. slab to slab partition All of the methods would improve acoustic quality but the slab to slab partition (to deck) is best. Which is the best method of acoustical privacy? A. double thickness of gypsum board and insulation B. slab to slab partition C. partition to ceiling with insulation and gypsum board D. partition 4" above finished ceiling with insulation C. energy recovery vents The HVAC system does more than provide heating for winter and cooling for summer. It brings in fresh air, circulates it through the interiors, and exhausts stale air and odors. It can also treat air to control humidity, dust, pollen, and other undesirable conditions. In cooler climates, it can employ energy recovery vents (ERV) to capture exhausted heated air and return that energy to augment the building's heating system. In cooler climates, the HVAC system can employ ___________ to capture exhausted heated air and return that energy to augment the building’s heating system. A. renewable transport liquid B. ceiling plenums C. energy recovery vents D. automated sprinklers B. acoustic panels When a high degree of sound absorption is required, acoustic panels must be used. Although upholstered walls do provide some sound-absorbing qualities and can be designed to provide a high degree of sound absorption, acoustic panels differ in that they are designed as individual panels and have at least 1 in (25 mm) of sound-absorbing material. They are covered with a permeable material, such as a loose-weave fabric so that the sound energy can pass through the fabric and be dissipated in the material underneath. Acoustic panels can be purchased with a manufacturer's standard fabric or a customer's own material (COM) or they can be custom fabricated. Which of the following wall treatments would be the most functional and aesthetically pleasing? A. leather tiles B. acoustic panels C. upholstery D. fabric wall covering D. asbestos, lead, PCBS, radon and vermiculite What are the five common hazardous materials found in existing buildings? A. asbestos, lead, intumescent, PCBS and radon B. asbestos, bacteria, dust, lead and radon C. asbestos, vermiculite, radon, lead and cleaning chemicals D. asbestos, lead, PCBS, radon and vermiculite B. To the outside face of the building and includes all interior area BOMA's published standards recognize that, in an office building that is leased entirely to a single occupant, it is common to utilize exterior gross area (or construction gross area) instead of rentable area as the basis for leasing. BOMA Standards do not direct which measure of floor area to choose. That choice is generally made by the stakeholders to the lease agreement. Utilizing BOMA standards, gross building area for a two-story building leased to a single tenant is measured: A. To the inside dominant face of the building and includes all interior area B. To the outside face of the building and includes all interior area C. To the interior glass surface of exterior walls and includes all interior area, excluding circulation D. To the inside dominant face of the building and includes all interior area, excluding major vertical penetrations D. Mandates the removal of toxic chemicals from contaminated buildings The toxic substances control act (TSCA) of 1976 was enacted to give the EPA authority to track and regulate over 75,000 industrial chemicals produced or imported into the US. It allows the EPA to ban the manufacture and import of those chemicals that pose an unreasonable risk, but does not specify a removal process for existing contamination. Which is not a result of the passage of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)? A. Allows the EPA regulate the production of industrial chemicals B. Allows the EPA to ban importation of toxic chemicals into the US C. Gives the EPA the ability to track chemicals imported into the US D. Mandates the removal of toxic chemicals from contaminated buildings B. is the interior floor area excluding vertical penetrations through the floor The rentable area is the product of the occupant area multiplied by a load factor to account for the shared portions of the building. The interior designer must clarify the method used by the building owner to calculate the rentable area, which may be according to the BOMA/IFMA standards, or a load factor based on market conditions for leased space in the local area. In designing the new office space for a client, the lease indicates there is 8,000 square feet of rentable space available to use to develop the office. This area: A. is the floor area inhabitable by the tenant B. is the interior floor area excluding vertical penetrations through the floor C. contains the floor space within the exterior face of the building including the exterior wall D. is the best method for calculating your design fee for a commercial project B. 10,000 sqft The rentable area is calculated by multiplying the usable area by the rentable-usable ratio.The usable area includes the net assignable area plus allowance for circulation, so no increase for this is required. Rentable = Usable (rentable-usable ratio) = (8000 sqft) x (1.25) = 10,000 sqft A designer has determined that a client needs about 8000 ft2 of usable office space. The leasing agent for the building says that the rentable-usable ratio will be 1.25. Approximately how much area should the interior designer recommend that the client lease? A. 13,300 sqft B. 10,000 sqft C. 7500 sqft D. 10,700 sqft B. 16'-0" When 2 exits are required from a room or space, the minimum distance between exits is calculated by taking 1/3 of the diagonal of the space for sprinklered buildings. For non-sprinklered buildings, the minimum distance is calculated by taking 1/2 of the diagonal. The below image depicts a space that has been classified as an Assembly Occupancy requiring 2 exits. The building is sprinklered throughout. What is the minimum required distance between exits, noted as value ‘L’? A. 12’-0” B. 16’-0” C. No minimum distance required as the building is sprinklered throughout D. 24’-0” B. Specify low-emitting interior finishes An interior designer has the most control over interior finishes that are specified. An interior designer does not typically specify windows or HVAC systems. The cleaning chemicals used in the space may be determined by the maintenance staff in that building, not the interior designer. What can an interior designer do to improve indoor air quality? A. Bring in outdoor air via the HVAC system B. Specify low-emitting interior finishes C. Specify non-toxic cleaning chemicals D. Specify operable windows to let in fresh air Safety glazing (i.e. tempered glass or laminated glass) must be used in hazardous locations where it is subject to human impact, such as indoors and shower enclosures. To prevent injuries, codes require safety glazing in hazardous locations. Hazardous locations are those subject to human impact, such as glass doors, shower and bath enclosures, and certain locations in walls. The exact requirements are given in the Code of Federal Regulations 16 CFR 1201, safety standard for architectural glazing materials. Tempered or laminated glass is considered safety glazing. The IBC also allow glazing materials to comply with ANSI Z97. When designing a custom glass shower enclosure in a high end residential project, which of the following types of glass would be an appropriate choice for this project? A. floating glass B. patterned glass that has passed the testing requirements of 16CFR 1201, Category II C. laminated or patterned glass D. tempered or laminated glass that has passed the testing requirements of 16 CFR 1201, Category II C. WaterSense WaterSense is a program of the EPA that helps consumers identify water efficient programs and products by the WaterSense Label. Products are certified by independent, third-party licensed certifying bodies based on the EPA's criteria for water efficiency and performance. These bodies evaluate products according to testing and certification protocols specific to each product category. If a consumer was interested in locating water efficient products what label would they look for on products? A. WaterStar B. Green Label C. WaterSense D. EnergyStar B. when the occupancy load is more than 20 and the travel distance to egress exceeds 50 feet Two (2) exit access doorways MUST be provided from any space where the Occupancy Load exceeds 49 in Occupancy Groups A (Assembly), B (Business) and M (Mercantile) or exceeds 29 in Occupancy Group S (Storage). In an assembly occupancy, when are two egress doors are required? A. when the occupancy load is more than 50 and the travel distance to egress exceeds 75 feet B. when the occupancy load is more than 20 and the travel distance to egress exceeds 50 feet C. when the occupancy load is more than 75 and the travel distance to egress exceeds 100 feet D. when the occupancy load is more than 100 and the travel distance to egress exceeds 250 feet D. 48" raised platform at local theater Guards shall be located along open-sided walking surfaces, mezzanines, industrial equipment platforms, stairways, ramps and landings that are located more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the floor or grade below. Guards shall be adequate in strength and attachment in accordance with Section 1607.7. Where glass is used to provide a guard or as a portion of the guard system, the guard shall also comply with Section 2407. Guards shall also be located along glazed sides of stairways, ramps and landings that are located more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the floor or grade below where the glazing provided does not meet the strength and attachment requirements in Section 1607.7. Exception: Guards are not required for the following locations: 1. On the loading side of loading docks or piers. 2. On the audience side of stages and raised platforms, including steps leading up to the stage and raised platforms. 3. On raised stage and platform floor areas, such as runways, ramps and side stages used for entertainment or presentations. 4. At vertical openings in the performance area of stages and platforms. 5. At elevated walking surfaces appurtenant to stages and platforms for access to and utilization of special lighting or equipment. 6. Along vehicle service pits not accessible to the public. 7. In assembly seating where guards in accordance with Section 1025.14 are permitted and provided. The following scenarios require a minimum 42” high guard with the exception of: A. 48” long ramp and doctor’s office entry B. restaurant mezzanine overlooking first floor C. open–sided corridor adjacent to hotel atrium D. 48” raised platform at local theater C. exit discharge Exit discharge is the part of egress between the exit and public way. Exit discharge may include building lobbies if one of the exit stairways open into the lobby, if the exit door is clearly visible, if the exit discharge area is sprinklered and separated from areas below by the same fire resistance rating as for the exit enclosure opening into it. The lobby of a building from the stair enclosure to the exterior door is called: A. exit passageway B. exit refuge C. exit discharge D. exit access D. laminated glass Hazardous situations subject to human impact require safety glazing. Laminated glass and tempered glass are both types of safety glass. These 2 types of glass have high impact resistance and either break into tiny pieces rather than shards (tempered glass) or the pieces are held together by the interlayer (laminated glass). In the event of impact, the laminated film would hold the glass together, so pieces would be less apt to cause injury. If broken, most would still hold together from the film. Which type of glass should you specify where human impact is a potential? A. wire glass B. tempered glass C. bulletproof glass D. laminated glass C. 14'-4" if the space is sprinklered 43 / 3 (sprinklered)=14.33 or 14′-4′′ MINIMUM You are designing a training room that is 25’ x 35’. Given that this area and resulting occupant load will require two exits, what is the minimum distance these doors can be placed apart? A. 21’-6” if the space is sprinklered B. 14’-4” if the space is unsprinklered C. 14’-4” if the space is sprinklered D. 43’-0” if the space is unsprinklered B. 30"x48" (750 mm x 1200 mm) What is the minimum clear floor space required for a wheelchair? A. 36"x48" (900 mm x 1200 mm) B. 30"x48" (750 mm x 1200 mm) C. 36"x40" (900 mm x 1000 mm) D. 30"x40" (750 mm x 1000 mm) D. 20' (6 m) Dead end corridors MUST NOT exceed 20'-0" [6 m] in length, if sprinklered, must not exceed 50'-0" [15.2m] Where more than one exit or exit access doorway is required, the exit access shall be arranged such that there are no dead ends in corridors more than 20 feet (6096 mm) in length. Dead end corridors must not exceed: A. 22' (6.7 m) B. 25' (7.5 m) C. 27' (8.2 m) D. 20' (6 m) D. Contractor For projects where construction work has been performed, the property owner must receive the certificate of occupancy before any interior movable furniture can be delivered or installed. This certificate applies to the structure and is obtained from the local building department after an inspection. Issuance of the certificate means that the building or space has been inspected, meets codes, and is approved for occupancy. The contractor typically pays for and applies for building permit prior to construction beginning, and the Certificate of Occupancy is handed over at the end of a project from the AHJ directly to the party who originally applied for building permit. At the end of a project after construction is complete, who is responsible for submitting the Certificate of Occupancy (CO) to the owner? A. Building department from the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) B. Building inspector involved in final permit inspections C. Interior designer D. Contractor A. retainage Retainage is a percentage of each payment that is withheld by the owner and not paid until the contractor has completed the work. The owner is protected from incomplete work by the contractor by the use of A. retainage B. indemnification C. standard contract forms D. liquidated damages A. Allows the contractor to submit questions about the construction of a project to the designer. The purpose of an RFI form is to allow the contractor to submit questions about the construction of a project to the designer in an organized and recordable fashion. What is the purpose of a request for information form? A. Allows the contractor to submit questions about the construction of a project to the designer. B. Allows the owner to submit questions to the contractor about the proceedings of construction. C. Allows the architect to submit questions to the contractor about how he will proceed with construction. D. Allows the contractor to submit questions to the owner. B. performance of project management processes A separate in-house evaluation of the project, called by many a post-project evaluation, may be done soon after the project is completed. This evaluation covers things as a time analysis, to see if the project was completed within the time estimate; identification of any problems; and an analysis of performance by suppliers during the delivery process. It could even include a discussion of any issues with the client. The design director may also do a profitability analysis to evaluate whether the project itself was profitable, and whether the firm should seek similar projects in the future. Which would NOT be reported to the client as part of the post occupancy evaluation? A. are there any problems with the HVAC system B. performance of project management processes C. if furniture adequately functional for requirements of space D. adequacy of acoustics B. prequalification of bidders Prequalifying bidders would encourage competitive bidding while only allowing those bidders that the owner and interior designer thought were most qualified. The client wants to hire the best contractor for a project at the best price and limit companies who do not have a history of successful completion of similar projects. The interior designer should suggest A. an advertisement to bid B. prequalification of bidders C. a negotiated contract D. an invitation to bid B. change order The designer has learned that the tile specified for the public restroom bath is out of stock and will not be available for at least another month, causing a construction delay. Which of the following forms would need to be approved and completed to authorize a variation from the original contract documents? A. bulletin B. change order C. contract amendment D. addenda D. Return the shop drawings without review; Shop drawings should come from the general contractor directly. While in the Contract Administration phase of a project, the designer has received shop drawings, directly from a consultant. What would be the BEST course of action for the Interior Designer to take next? A. Review and approved the shop drawings. B. Modify your construction document drawings to match the shop drawings. C. Verify field measurements and materials against control samples before approving the shop drawings. D. Return the shop drawings without review; Shop drawings should come from the general contractor directly. B. Tell the contractor to request approval in writing. The contractor should always request approval in writing so the interior designer can review the information about the tile and make a determination whether the specification is "or equal." If the request is approved, the interior designer will issue an addendum to all contractors telling them that the new product is approved. Two weeks before the bids are due on a large restaurant project, one of the contractors asks if he can price a type of ceiling tile that was not listed in the specifications. What action should the interior designer take? A. Advise the contractor that he should submit backup proof with the bid that the proposed change is equal to what was specified. B. Tell the contractor to request approval in writing. C. Refer the contractor to the owner, who will make the final determination, and then notify the other bidders that this has been done. D. Issue an addendum stating that one of the contractors has asked for permission to price an alternate and that all contractors may do this. A. Plotting This invoice shows additional expenses being billed to the client for plotting for a bid set for the plumber. This invoice includes what type of additional expenses billed to the client? A. Plotting B. Construction Documents C. Basic services D. Bidding & Negotiation D. Gantt chart This tool is used commonly to keep track of deadlines and dates during the construction of a project. What is the name of the tool shown that is used commonly by project managers? A. Milestone chart B. Budget C. CPM chart D. Gantt chart D. Monitoring Though the project manager is responsible for monitoring which is keeping track of the progress of the job to see if the planned aspects of time, fee and quality are being accomplished, this responsibility falls during the progress of the project rather than the initial phase of planning for time, fees and quality. The project manager is involved in the initial determination of the scope of work and estimation of fees. Which of the following is not under the project manager’s responsibility during this phase? A. Fee Projection B. Time Planning C. Quality Planning D. Monitoring A. Both the Owner and the General Contractor The key to understanding this question is in the phrase “beyond what is required in the contract documents”. Learn to spot important conditionals and qualifiers like this on exam questions. Normally when tests or inspections are required by the contract documents or by law, regulations, building departments, etc., the contractor pays for the test or inspection. If additional testing beyond what is required in the contract documents, the interior designer should instruct the contractor to make arrangements, but only after written authorization from the owner. In this case, the owner pays for the tests. If a test shows that any portion of the work does not conform to the contract documents (including violating building codes or other laws), then the contractor must pay all costs required to correct the problem, including those of additional testing and compensation for the interior designer’s services. As outlined in the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, who pays for any field tests/inspections beyond what is required in the contract documents? A. Both the Owner and the General Contractor B. General Contractor C. Both the Interior Designer and General Contractor D. Owner A. all of these should be evaluated during a POE In addition to evaluating the project itself, the design firm should review how the project delivery process worked or did not work so improvements can be made for future jobs. An in-house evaluation of the project, called by many a post-project evaluation, should be done soon after the project is completed. This evaluation should cover such things as a time analysis, to see if the project was completed within the time estimate; identification of any problems; and an analysis of performance by suppliers during the delivery process. It could even include a discussion of any issues with the client. The design director may also do a profitability analysis to evaluate whether the project itself was profitable, and whether the firm should seek similar projects in the future. The design office should review design processes, programming information, project management techniques and scheduling, fee allotment, specification and detailing methods, and construction documentation procedures. In addition to evaluating the project itself, what else should be evaluated by the design team during the POE, post occupancy evaluation? A. all of these should be evaluated during a POE B. specifications and detailing methods C. construction documentation procedures D. fee allotment D. addenda During construction, changes in the construction work are made by all of the following means except? A. minor change in work B. change directive C. change order D. addenda A. interior designer During the entire construction administration phase (as well as all phases of the interior designer's service), the interior designer should keep complete documentation of the progress of the job. This includes not only the standard forms used, such as change orders, certificates of payment, and the like, but also all correspondence, meeting notes, emails, telephone logs, and similar written material that records the who, what, why, when, and how of the project. This kind of documentation is critical if disputes arise or the client objects to fee payments for extra services of the interior designer. Per the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, who is responsible for documentation? A. interior designer B. contractor C. owner D. all of the above C. Client In this situation, the paint color was previously approved by the client and was completed in accordance with the contract documents therefore the designer can't reject the work and make the contractor pay for the cost to change it. The only party that is responsible for covering the expense is the client, as by signing off on the drawings and finishes in the design development phase, they indicated that they approved the color palette; any changes after the fact are at their own expense. After construction is complete on their new office space, a Law firm tells the designer that they dislike the accent paint color that was used throughout the space, and would prefer to have those accent walls re-painted in a different color as it is not what they were expecting. At the beginning of the project, the interior designer received sign-off on all drawings and finishes from the client. The designer also received shop samples from the contractor and signed off on the colors and returned them to the contractor. Who is responsible for covering the expense of re-painting the walls? A. Both the Interior Designer and Contractor B.Contractor C. Client D. Interior Designer C. pre-contract, post contract, programming and pre-design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and negotiating, contract administration, project closeout and follow up The following project management task checklist is a detailed inventory of some of the jobs that need to be completed by the design office in following order: 1. Pre-contract 2. Post Contract 3. Programming and Pre-design 4. Schematic Design 5. Design Development 6. Construction Documentation 7. Bidding and Negotiating 8. Contract Administration 9. Project Closeout and Follow Up Project management is one of the most important activities of an interior designer. Which of the following is the correct sequence of the project management tasks? A. programming and pre-design, pre-contract, post contract, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and negotiating, contract administration, project closeout and follow up B. pre-contract, programming and pre-design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and negotiating, contract administration, project closeout and follow up, post contract C. pre-contract, post contract, programming and pre-design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and negotiating, contract administration, project closeout and follow up D. pre-contract, schematic design, programming, design development, construction documentation, bidding and negotiating, contract administration, project closeout and follow up, post contract A. a studio organization The studio organization is based on various smaller groups in the business, called studios. Each studio is responsible for completing an entire project, from initial planning to production and construction administration. The advantages of studio organization include close and immediate communication among members of the design team and the synergy that comes from sharing ideas and group problem solving. Sarah is excited about the prospect of opening her own design studio. She has worked for many design studios and is anxious to create a synergetic design team who share ideas and work together as a group to solve problems. Keeping this goal in mind, which of the following would be the best type of office organization for Sarah to use in her firm? A. a studio organization B. a team organization C. a departmental organization D. a collaborative organization C. project budget The time required for the various design phases is highly variable and depends on the following factors: The size and complexity of the project, the number of people working on the project, the abilities and design methodology of the project team, the type of client and the decision-making and approval processes of the client, fixed dates such as move in, agency approval, or lease expiration over which the designer has no control. At the beginning of a project, the designer must estimate the time required to complete the various design phases. The time required for each phase can vary greatly from project to project and depends on all of the following factors except? A. type of client and the decision making and approval process B. fixed dates, such as move-in, agency approval, or lease expiration C. project budget D. the size and complexity of the project C. take the total fee a designer will receive for a project and deduct the amounts for profit, overhead and other expenses that will not be used for professional time, then allocate the balance to the schedule, and staff who will work on the project A fee projection is one of the earliest and most important tasks that a project manager must complete. A fee projection takes the total fee the designer will receive for the project and allocates it to the schedule and staff members who will work on the project, after deducting amounts for profit, overhead, and other expenses that will not be used for professional time. How would a project manager determine the fee projection for a specific project? A. determine the cost of staff time and labor, consultant fees, contractor fee, overhead and other expenses that will not be used for professional time, add these together to determine the projected project fee B. take a client's total available budget and deduct amounts for anticipated expenses, overhead and labor the balance is what will determine the firm's profit C. take the total fee a designer will receive for a project and deduct the amounts for profit, overhead and other expenses that will not be used for professional time, then allocate the balance to the schedule, and staff who will work on the project D. determine the amount of profit, staff time and labor, consultant fees, overhead and other expenses that will not be used for professional time, add these together to determine the projected project fee A. contractor name and contact information A contract between an interior designer and a client can take many forms. Whatever the contract origin, it should include the following provisions: parties to the contract and date, scope of work and designer's responsibilities, purchasing agreements if any, method of payment, reimbursable expenses, extra services, responsibilities of client, ownership of documents, provisions for arbitration, termination of the contract, signatures. Other articles may be added to cover such things as publication rights, time limits, responsibilities of third parties and special conditions. The contractor typically is not known or decided upon until AFTER the owner has entered into the contract/agreement with the interior designer. Which of the following is NOT typically included in an owner-designer agreement? A. contractor name and contact information B. ownership of documents C. method of payment D. termination clause A. $14,000 Shop drawings occur in Contract Administration, and since you are not paid until the end of each phase, you will not have been paid for CA yet. Therefore, you have been paid 70% of the fee: 10% Retainer20% Programming20% Preliminary Design 20% Design Development 70% of $20,000 or $14,000. Your contract with a client states that the interior design fee of $20,000 will be paid upon the completion of each phase of the project as follows: 10% Retainer 20% Programming 20% Preliminary Design 20% Design Development 20% Contract Administration 10% Final Payment You are reviewing the shop drawings from the millwork contractor. How much of the fee has the client paid as this point of the project? A. $14,000 B. $6,000 C. $16,000 D. $12,000 C. structural engineer A structural engineer must be retained to design any structural modifications, including the building frame, floors, and loadbearing walls. The engineer will produce any drawings and specifications for the structural portion of the project You are working on the conversion of an old waterfront factory building into condos and lofts. The attic of the factory will be turned into two luxury penthouses. This will require adding two new openings in the attic floor to accommodate an entrance for each penthouse. What consultant will be needed for designing the new openings in the attic floor? A. general contractor B. architect C. structural engineer D. civil engineer B. mechanical engineer The location of thermostats are normally determined by the mechanical engineer so they are away from exterior walls, heat sources, or other areas that may adversely affect their operation. Which of the following professionals is responsible for the location of thermostats? A. electrical engineer B. mechanical engineer C. HVAC Contractor D. architect C. the positioning of required lighting Lighting locations are shown on the interior designer's reflected ceiling plans. All of the other options listed would be on the electrical engineer's drawings or the security consultant's drawings. When coordinating with a security consultant, the interior designer’s drawings should show A. a schedule of all security devices B. the emergency backup power supply C. the positioning of required lighting D. the wiring of the security devices C. Electrical Engineer On most projects, the electrical engineer will design the security systems, along with the telephone system and signal systems. Typically a security consultant would only be required on larger scale commercial projects with more sophisticated security requirements. Which consultant is most likely to be responsible for designing the security systems on the majority of projects? A. Both Electrical and Security consultant work together to design the security systems B. Telecommunications Consultant C. Electrical Engineer D. Security Consultant D. The opening can be framed, but a structural engineer will be needed. An architect would have to do more than just sign the drawings; structural calculations would be necessary. The interior designer is not qualified to determine what type of header is needed. The opening can be made as long as it is engineered properly by a qualified professional. A residential client with a one-story house wants to remove an 8 ft section of a loadbearing wall to make an opening between two existing rooms. What is the most appropriate advice the interior designer can give? A. The opening can be framed with a double 2" x 8" header. B. The proposed opening cannot be made because the wall is a load-bearing wall. C. An architect will have to be retained to sign the drawings for the building department. D. The opening can be framed, but a structural engineer will be needed. C. Structural engineer Based on information from the structural engineer, the interior designer incorporates the exact sizes of structural members in the interior design details to coordinate construction details and make sure that sufficient space is provided for construction, clearances, tolerances, and finishes. Because this detail requires steel tubes for the support of the counter, the designer should consult with a structural engineer to be sure that this detail is feasible from a constructability standpoint, which is what the question is asking. The solid surface representative would be able to advise on the countertop material alone, not the full feasibility of the construction of this detail. The interior designer shouldn't be in communication with the subcontractor since they have the contract with the general contractor. The mechanical engineer would be able to advise on the plumbing requirements and pipe width, but not constructability. After the designer has confirmed the correct sink specifications in the millwork detail shown below, who should the interior designer consult with to ensure the feasibility of construction before issuance of contract documents? A. Plumbing subcontractor B. Mechanical engineer C. Structural engineer D. Solid surface representative B. structural engineer The structural engineer is needed to confirm whether demolition is affecting any load bearing walls which would require additional structural scope and budget to modify. Floor penetrations may also be required for electrical work. A structural engineer is needed to determine if, where and how the floor can be modified without disrupting the structural integrity of the floor. A renovation project will require the demolition of several walls in an existing space as well as several floor penetrations in the existing slab for new electrical layouts. Which consultant would be most important to have along during the field survey? A. construction project manager B. structural engineer C. code consultant D. electrical engineer B. color rendering index Color Rendering Index (CRI) is a method used to rate the color rendering of light sources. This is a measure of how well one source renders the color of an object when compared with the same object lighted with a reference source of similar chromaticity whose CRI is 100. What index is used to rate how well one light source renders the color of an object when compared with a reference source of similar chromatic properties? A. correlated color temperature index B. color rendering index C. spectral energy distribution index D. CRTLI - color rendering to light index B. a line chart A line chart or line sheet lists the various products an independent sales representative handles. An interior designer could determine what products an independent representative handled by consulting A. a showroom directory B. a line chart C. Sweets Catalog D. the manufacturer's website C. Quarter slicing Quarter slicing is created by cutting a log into quarters, then very thinly slicing perpendicular to the diameter, giving a more uniform graining pattern. This exhibit illustrates which type of veneer wood cut? A. Rift slicing B. Plain slicing C. Quarter slicing D. Rotary slicing A. reveal This image illustrates what style of cabinet door framing? A. reveal B. full overlay C. lipped overlay D. flush overlay B. book matching This displays book matching, which is commonly used for the pleasing appearance of the grain. What type of wood veneer matching is illustrated by the following drawing? A. sequence matching B. book matching C. blueprint matching D. slip matching C. contact the vendor to let them know of your challenges and immediately issue a purchase order The best solution would be to contact the vendor to check stock and make them aware of the situation and immediately issue a Purchase Order. In no case should telephone orders be made, because of the potential for mistakes, misunderstandings and misinterpretations. Most vendors do not even accept telephone orders unless they are followed up by a written purchase order. Midway into a project the interior designer realizes that that they have forgotten to order the fabric needed for the guest room draperies. Since time is critical what is the best way to expedite the order? A. contact the vendor, place the order via the phone and ask for an acknowledgment B. change the draperies to a pre-fabricated product that can be delivered in time to complete the project C. contact the vendor to let them know of your challenges and immediately issue a purchase order D. contact the vendor and place the order via the phone B. Standing trim is an item of fixed length such as a door or window casing, while running trim is an item of continuing length such as baseboard or chair rail Standing trim is an item of fixed length, such as a door or window casing that can be installed with a single length of wood. Running trim is an item of continuing length, such as a baseboard, chair rail or cornice. Standing and running trim can be custom fabricated in almost any profile and dimension the interior designer wants within reason. Which of the following statements about trim are correct? A. Standing trim is applied vertically, while running trim is applied horizontally B. Standing trim is an item of fixed length such as a door or window casing, while running trim is an item of continuing length such as baseboard or chair rail C. Standing trim is available in standard nominal dimensions, while running trim can be manufactured to any length the designer specifies within reason D. All standing and running trim are only available in standard sizes and are manufactured in mill, while wood moldings are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes with an unlimited array of profiles B. a sales agreement The client must sign the sales agreement, which obligates the client to pay for the purchase of merchandise. The other documents are handled by the interior designer, dealership, or others. The client is most typically involved with procurement of furniture through A. a purchase order B. a sales agreement C. the freight bill D. the acknowledgment C. noncombustible Noncombustible: material that will not ignite and burn when subject to fire. If a material does not ignite and burn it is considered to be? A. fire retardant B. flame resistant C. noncombustible D. fire resistant C. Blueprint match Blueprint matching is the most expensive method, as the panels are manufactured to precisely fit the room and line up with every architectural feature and obstruction so grain continuity is not interrupted. Veneers from the same flitch are matched over doors, cabinets, and other items covered with paneling. Which method of veneer matching should a designer avoid when specifying veneer application if they have a small budget, have multiple areas in the project to cover and there are several windows or doors throughout the space? A. Balance match B. Running match C. Blueprint match D. Reverse diamond match C. Type III vinyl wallcovering Vinyl wall covering provides a durable, abrasion-resistant finish that is easy to clean and can satisfy most code requirements for flammability. It is available in a wide range of colors and patterns. There are three grades of vinyl wall covering. Type III is used where extra heavy duty use is expected such as public corridors, food service areas and hospitals. Which of the following would be the best wall treatment to use in a hospital corridor? A. non VOC high gloss paint B. Type I vinyl wallcovering C. Type III vinyl wallcovering D. acoustic fabric panels