30 Questions
What is the primary consideration in horizontal disposition?
Function of the building and unit size and shape
What is the second principle related to function in functional grouping and zoning?
Relatedness of departments, goals and systems
What aspect of human behavior must an architect determine before designing a space?
User activities and conditions
What is the term for the arrangement of objects in space?
Spatial aspect
What type of space is created by humans to express the structure of their world?
Expressive or artistic space
How many categories of concern does an architect use as a checklist during the design process?
6
What is the primary concern of builders, architects, and planners?
Aesthetic Space concept
What is the focus of Physical Space?
Users' physical needs
What is the basis of designing Physical Space?
Anthropometrics and ergonomics
What is the purpose of Architectural Space?
To concretize man's existential space
What is the significance of hearing in designing spaces?
To minimize noise and create a sense of space
What is the current state of architectural design?
Free to innovate and explore new ideas
What is the primary concern of the architect in planning based on the needs of the people?
Fundamental principles of planning
Which of the following is a principle of space organization concerned with the use of space?
Utility to the occupants
What does design from spatial composition involve?
Planning directly with three-dimensional volumes
What is a characteristic of a 'space within a space'?
The contained space depends on the larger space for its relationship to exterior spaces
How can focus be directed to the contained space in a 'space within a space'?
By orienting the contained space in a different manner
What is the result of creating a secondary grid within a larger space?
A dynamic and residual space
What is implied by the difference in form between the enveloping space and the contained space?
A functional difference between the two spaces or a symbolic importance for the contained space
What is the characteristic of interlocking spaces?
Their fields overlap to form a zone of shared space
What is the characteristic of adjacent spaces?
They are clearly defined and responsive to functional or symbolic requirements
How are spaces linked by a common space?
Through a third intermediate space that interlocks them
What is the characteristic of centralized spatial organization?
It consists of a central dominant space around which secondary spaces are grouped
What is the characteristic of radial spatial organization?
It consists of a central space from which linear organizations extend in a radial manner
What determines the degree of spatial and visual continuity between an elevated space and its surroundings?
The scale of the level of change
What is the purpose of a depressed base plane in a horizontal plane?
To define a volume of space
What happens when the depression depth is increased in a depressed base plane?
The visual relationship with the surrounding space is weakened and the definition of the distinct volume of space is strengthened
What is the result of creating a stepped, terraced, or ramped transition from one level to the next?
Promoting continuity between the sunken space and the surrounding area
What is an example of a depressed base plane?
A sunken courtyard
What is the characteristic of an introverted space?
It is lowered and protective
Test your knowledge of architectural concerns, including functional grouping and zoning, space geometry, and building enclosure systems. Assess your understanding of horizontal disposition, site and climate, and socio-cultural variables in design.
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