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To introduce something new and distinctive from an established idea
What is innovate?
Capable of being done
What is feasibility
A new version or revision of something existing
What is an iteration?
This measuring device includes 12 scaled calibrations
What is an Architectural Scale
A portion of the set of construction plans that shows a section or cut through of the structure
What is a section view
The combination of ideas to form a theory or solution
What is synthesis?
An enhancement of a line drawing by adding color, value, texture and shading to show detail
What is a Rendering?
A 2-D drawing of a wall from floor to ceiling in a structure. It include doors and windows.
What is an Elevation
The point on the horizon at which lines or edges that are parallel appear to converge
What is the Vanishing Point?
A slight projection finishing off a stroke of a letter in certain typefaces
What is a serif
A drawing that shows height, width and depth of a 3D space on a 2D drawing
What is Orthographic drawings
A written version of where to focus a design solution for a client.
What is a Concept Statement
A line which is at right angles to another/perpendicular
What is orthogonal line
Preparing documents for the construction and installation of design. These are legally binding.
What are Contract Documents?
Fumes produced by chemicals in materials used in interiors
What is off-gassing
A sample board created by a designer with swatches of interior materials and phtographs of furniture proposed for a client's space
What is a material board or presentation board
This phase of the Design process includes space planning, drawings, FF&E, budget projections and quick floor plan drawings
What is Schematic Design?
This phase of the design processes includes floor plan revisions, evaluation of systems details, refinement of material and furnishings, refinement of budget, and client sign-offs
What is Design Development
A surface appearance that changes with age
What is a Patina
A picture or pattern created by arranging together small pieces of tile, glass or stone
What is a Mosaic
A method that interior designers use for organizing their work, guiding their actions, and finalizing their decisions when working with team members and clients.
What is the interior design process?
The properties of a room or material that determine how sound is transmitted
What is Acoustics
What is the Horizon Line
The designer clearly identifies the client's design problem, current situation and future needs.
What is Programming?
The design comes to life and the designer schedules and monitors construction work and costs
What is Contract Administration?