13.3.2.1. Pleasant Views

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary benefit of orienting a building to face south?

   Hint

   Think about which direction gets more sunlight in winter.

2. 2.

   Define what is meant by 'aspect' in building design.

   Hint

   Consider how you would arrange rooms for comfort.

3. 3.

   What is the best orientation for a room intended for early morning activities?

   • East
   • West
   • North
   • South

   Hint

   Consider where the sun rises.

4. 4.

   True or False: Aspect is concerned with the location of bathrooms in a house.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Focus on what aspect encompasses beyond only bathroom placement.

5. 5.

   Design a sustainable building layout considering all principles of orientation, aspect, and prospect, using a plot size of 1000 sqft.

   Hint

   Think about how the sun and wind will interact with your design.

6. 6.

   Analyze a floor plan of an existing building and identify areas where orientation, aspect, or prospect could be improved. Propose solutions to enhance the design.

   Hint

   Visualize where the sun travels and how to shield undesirable views.