Room Planning Sleeping Area and Bath Facilities

1. 1 Chapter 7 Room Planning— Sleeping Area and Bath Facilities

2. 2 Chapter 7 Overview Areas of a Residence Accessibility Considerations Designing with CADD Sleeping Area Bath Facilities

3. 3 Learning Targets Discuss factors that are important in the design of bedrooms. Plan the size and location of closets for a typical residence. Plan a furniture arrangement for a room. List the requirements to make a bedroom accessible to the disabled.

4. 4 Learning Targets Implement important design considerations for bathrooms. Plan a bathroom that follows solid design principles. List the requirements to make a bathroom accessible to the disabled.

5. 5 Three Basic Areas of a Residence Sleeping Area Where the family sleeps and rests. Living Area Where the family relaxes, dines, entertains guests, and gathers. Service Area Where food is prepared, clothes are laundered, goods are stored, the car is parked, and house equipment is stored.

6. 6 Three Basic Areas of a Residence

7. 7 People with Special Needs Consider how the main areas of the home can be made accessible for people with special needs. There are 8.6 million Americans using wheelchairs, canes, walkers, crutches, or other aid. There are more than 35 million Americans over 65 in the US.

8. 8 Sleeping Area The sleeping area comprises about one-third of the home. It includes bedrooms, bathrooms, dressing rooms, and nurseries. Is normally located in a quiet area of the home. It should have a south or southwest orientation.

9. 9 Sleeping Area Houses are frequently categorized by the number of bedrooms. The family size usually determines the number of bedrooms. Each person should have their own bedroom. One-bedroom homes are difficult to sell. Three-bedroom homes are most popular.

10. 10 Sleeping Area Include an extra bedroom if possible.

11. 11 Sleeping Area Bedrooms should be grouped in a separate wing or level of the home. Split Bedroom Plan Separates the master bedroom from the other bedrooms. Provides greater privacy. A bedroom should have access to the hall. Place bedrooms close to a bathroom.

12. 12 Sleeping Area Bedroom locations.

13. 13 Small Bedroom FHA recommends a minimum size of 100 square feet for a bedroom. This bedroom has the bare essentials.

14. 14 Average Size Bedroom An average size bedroom contains between 125 and 175 square feet. Provides ample space for a double bed, chest of drawers, dresser, tables, etc.

15. 15 Large Bedroom Has over 175 square feet of floor space. Provides space for additional furniture. May have its own private bath.

16. 16 Bedroom Furniture Bedroom design is directly related to furniture size and arrangement. Determine common furniture sizes. Design the bedroom with a specific arrangement in mind. Use CADD or the furniture cutout method for planning.

17. 17 Bedroom Furniture Sizes

18. 18 Bedroom Furniture Clearance

19. 19 Bedroom Furniture Clearance

20. 20 Bedroom Closets FHA recommends 4 linear feet of closet rod space for a male; 6 linear feet for a female. Minimum depth is 24". Locate on interior wall. Locate near bedroom door.

21. 21 Bedroom Closets There are a variety of bedroom closet doors from which to choose: Sliding, bi-fold, accordion, flush Full openings are more accessible. Consider the needs of wheelchair users. Usual door height is 6'-8" or 8'-0".

22. 22 Bedroom Windows and Doors Placing windows on two walls is best. Draft should not blow across the bed. Ribbon windows provide privacy for first floor bedrooms. Provide at least one entry door. Door size: 1-3/8" thick, 6'-8" high, 2'-6" to 3'-0" wide; 3'-0" wide for wheelchairs. Door width should be 2'-6" to 2'-10". Door should swing into the bedroom.

23. 23 Functional Bedroom Layout

24. 24 Bathrooms Bathrooms in today's homes are more attractive than traditional bathrooms. Modern bathrooms are larger. Today’s homes have more bathrooms. All homes require at least one bathroom. Most homes have two or more baths. Bidets are common in modern baths.

25. 25 Bathrooms A small, traditional bath.

26. 26 Bathrooms A large, modern bath.

27. 27 Bathrooms A small bath with a shower.

28. 28 Bathrooms A minimal bath.

29. 29 Bathrooms An elaborate bath.

30. 30 Locations of Bathrooms One or more bathrooms should be near the bedrooms and living areas of the home.

31. 31 Baths Per House Design Two-Story House Requires at least 1-1/2 baths. Full bath on second floor near bedrooms. 1/2 bath has a water closet and lavatory. Split-Level House Requires at least 1-1/2 baths. Full bath on sleeping level. Ranch Style House Small: 1-1/2 baths. Large: 2 baths. Finished basement or attic: 3/4 bath.

32. 32 Bath Size A minimum size bath is 5' x 8'.

33. 33 Bath Size A large bath may be 10' x 10' or larger.

34. 34 Double-Entry Bath

35. 35 Two-Compartment Bath

36. 36 Bathroom Fixture Sizes

37. 37 Bathroom Mirror Placement A mirror should be placed above the sink or a full-length mirror can be installed on a bathroom wall or door.

38. 38 Sink Cabinets or Vanities Sink cabinets or vanities provide much-needed countertop and storage space. Twin lavatories are desirable when more than one person is using the bath. Lavatory Types Countertop mounted. Wall mounted. Pedestal models.

39. 39 Lavatory and Vanity

40. 40 Pedestal Lavatory

41. 41 Standard Vanity Sizes

42. 42 Minimum Water Closet Clearances

43. 43 Bathroom Ventilation Bathroom ventilation is a necessity. Ventilation can be provided by windows or an exhaust fan.

44. 44 Plan for Bath Safety Electrical switches should not be within reach of the tub. Use ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacles in the bathroom.

45. 45 Plan for Bath Safety Do not use flooring materials that become slick when wet. Provide grab bars near the water closet, tub, and shower. Install water temperature control devices for safety. Install water pressure devices. Use shatterproof glass in the shower and tub enclosures.

46. 46 Bathroom Decor The bathroom decor should provide for easy cleaning. Resists moisture. Provides a pleasing atmosphere.