2.3.5 Schematic Design

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Which stage of the design process allows the architect to fine-tune elements of the client's requirements and adjust spatial relationships before beginning design development?

Building Information Modeling

Schematic design (correct)

Design development

Site evaluation

What is the purpose of integrating appropriate site development, building envelope characteristics, and mechanical and electrical systems at the schematic design stage?

To reduce the size and cost of mechanical equipment

To fine-tune elements of the client's requirements

To adjust spatial relationships

To optimize the contribution of each design discipline (correct)

What new software developments allow architects to undertake preliminary modeling, develop rapid prototypes, and document the building as a three-dimensional model?

Building Information Modeling (BIM) (correct)

Site evaluation

Schematic design

Design development

What should the architect encourage to facilitate effective client participation and maintain trust between the parties during schematic design?

Communication Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the client in providing information at the schematic design stage?

Functional program and site conditions Signup and view all the answers

When should schematic design be delayed?

When there is no clearly defined understanding of project objectives Signup and view all the answers

During which phase of the project do the client's requirements and desires assume architectural form?

Schematic design Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of schematic design?

To test the client's program Signup and view all the answers

What elements are synthesized in the architectural concept during schematic design?

The client's program and the self-image of the client Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the architect and the client in schematic design?

To discuss and confirm key issues of the project Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal outcome of the schematic design phase?

A synthesis of all the factors being considered Signup and view all the answers

What is an Integrated Design Approach in schematic design?

A design approach that involves a multi-disciplinary team of design professionals Signup and view all the answers

During the schematic design phase, the architect usually facilitates the design team, including which of the following engineers?

Structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of preparing design alternatives at the schematic design stage?

To address circulation, planning, and volumetric aspects of the project Signup and view all the answers

What does the Integrated Design Process help ensure?

All building systems and components are viewed as interdependent Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary to consider during the preliminary analysis of a new commission?

Comparative size and relationships of functional areas and spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the architect's role in the schematic design phase?

Facilitating the design team and developing building system concepts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of space diagrams in the preliminary analysis of a new commission?

To identify the comparative size and relationships of functional areas and spaces Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a factor considered when evaluating design alternatives during the schematic design phase?

Ratio of net to gross floor areas Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of preparing preliminary cost estimates during the schematic design phase?

To assess the feasibility of meeting the client's budget Signup and view all the answers

What may be required if the client's expectations cannot be met within the current budget during the schematic design phase?

Both adjustment of the scope of work or the quality and increase in the budget Signup and view all the answers

What type of documents are prepared during the schematic design phase?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the architect reviewing the documents with the client and obtaining written approval before beginning design development?

To confirm the design approach or philosophy Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the design documents during the schematic design phase?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers