13.1.1.3. Room Relationships

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is zoning in building planning?

   Hint

   Think about how areas are organized.

2. 2.

   Name two types of circulation in a building.

   Hint

   Consider how people move around.

3. 3.

   What does zoning refer to in building planning?

   • Separation of areas
   • Decoration of rooms
   • Type of construction

   Hint

   Think about how areas are categorized.

4. 4.

   True or false: Circulation only refers to horizontal movement.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how people ascend or descend in a building.

5. 5.

   Design a floor plan for a multi-family house that effectively zones common areas, private areas, and service spaces.

   Hint

   Consider user interactions in your design.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the implications of having bedrooms placed far from bathrooms in a residential layout.

   Hint

   Think about daily routines.