13. Functional Requirements

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are the three primary zones in building zoning?

   Hint

   Think about how you would divide home spaces.

2. 2.

   Define circulation in the context of a building.

   Hint

   Consider how people walk through a building.

3. 3.

   What is zoning in building planning?

   • Separation of spaces
   • Cost estimation
   • Structural design
   • Aesthetic features

   Hint

   Think about how different rooms serve different purposes.

4. 4.

   True or False: Circulation refers to the pathways that allow movement in a building.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how you would navigate a building.

5. 5.

   Design a small office layout using principles of zoning, circulation, and room relationships. Justify your design choices.

   Hint

   Visualize the flow of people and how they interact with the space.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a poorly designed floor plan and suggest improvements based on functional requirements.

   Hint

   Think about potential daily activities and how the layout supports or hinders them.