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Architecture Ch.03
Primary Considerations
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| _________ is the characteristics of the land on the site. | Topography |
| The house should appear to blend in with the _____. | surroundings |
| A well-planned community is preferred over one that has no _____ theme or forethought. | central |
| _____ specify requirements for construction methods and materials for plumbing, electrical, and general building construction. | Building codes |
| Atruly functional house will represent the _____ of those who occupy it. | life style. |
| Corner lots generally have higher ______ because the length of frontage is longer than that for a typical lot. | C. assessments |
| A _____ search should be instituted before purchasing a lot to determine if there are any legal claims against the property. | A. title. |
| A house with the overall dimensions _____ would be more economical to build than one that did not apply modular principles. | D. 40' x 60' |
| Exterior walls of residential structures should be modular lengths in multiples of ________ feet. | D. 4 or 2 |
| Plywood and paneling are produced in sheets that are generally _________ in size. | 4' x 8' |
| Plan drawings that are drawn for each side of the structure to show exterior features are called ______. | elevations. |
| List five topographical features that may limit the type of structure that may be built on a site. | Answers may include any five of the following: Slope, contour, size, shape, elevation, trees,rocks, and soil conditions |
| Identify 12 individual and family activities that should be provided for in a functional house. | Answer may include any 12 of the following: Accommodating guests, bathing, dining, relaxing, dressing, enterianing, hobbies, housekeeping, family recreation, laundering, planning, preparing food. |
| List the seven types of drawings that are frequently included in a set of typical residential construction drawings. | The plot plan, foundation plan, floor plan, elevations, electrical plan, construction details, and pictorial presentations. |