Space Planning
Traffic Patterns & Functionality
Housing Problems
Housing Problems
Housing Problems
100
What are the zones a home is categorized into?

Private, Work and Social Zones

100

When thinking about traffic patterns of a home, which areas should guests be able to access?

  • a coat closet, living room, and dining room without going through work or private areas

  • a bathroom

100

What can happen as a result of air leakage in the home?

-Bugs, pests, rodents may enter the home

-Dust build up

-Heat loss

100

How long is a roof general good for?

Typically 20-25 years

100

What are the 3 purposes a door serves?

Aesthetic, security and convenience

200

Hallways and walls are used to...

separate rooms and zones from one another.

200

As a general rule, how wide should traffic patterns be to allow for easy flow?

About 40 inches

200

When inspecting a home to buy or rent what are some things you should be mindful of in the basement.

-Signs of moisture on the walls, columns or floors

-Cracks in the foundation or walls

200

Most Canadians have which type of water heater?

Gas-fired water heater

200

Water heater efficiency can run as low as ______% in some households due to heat escaping through the chimney or the household air.

45%

300

All rooms have relationships that connection to one another. Name 2 rooms that have a correlating relationship with the kitchen.

Dining room & Garage

300

Major traffic patterns should (3 items)

  • avoid the private area of the home to prevent added noise

  • lead to work areas but not through them, to avoid accidents

  • not go through social areas because this can interrupt 

300

What are some household repairs that can be done by the homeowner?

-Painting

-Patching drywall

-Unclogging sinks/drains

-Fixing a leaky faucet

-Cleaning gutters

-Installing minor things such as (ceiling fan, light switch or a showerhead)

300

What are some household repairs that should be left to professionals?

-Installing new flooring, water heaters

-Fixing brickwork or the chimney

-Roof repairs

-Electrical (new outlets, adding recessed lighting, new electrical panel)

-Insulation

-Furnace or space heating

300

If your plumbing is made of lead pipes that is an indicator of...

Old out of date plumbing and that the system is in need of an upgrade.

-Pipes should be copper or PVC piping

400

Name 2 considerations when it comes to storage space in a home:

  • Adequate storage available throughout the home is important

  • Storage needs to be in conveniently located places close to where the items are used



400

Furniture placement should not interfere with (name 3 things)

windows, doors/doorways, outlets or other key features of the room (fire place, built in bookshelves, etc.)

400

Thanks to technology advances ________________ are the only home fixture that can actually add heat to your home during the winter.

windows

400

What are the best type of windows? Why?

Triple-glazed, Low-E argon filled

They do the best job of keeping heat inside in winter and cool air inside in the summer.

400

Proper roof maintenance can ensure...

...your home is protected from the elements, dry and pest free.

500

Outdoor living spaces are an extension of work, social and private zones. Name 3 of these extensions you can find in a home & what they can be used for.

-Patios, balconies, porches, decks, pools

-Used for relaxation, outdoor dining, food preparation and recreational activities

500

How do you create a conversation space in a living room?

  • group chairs, sofas, tables, and lamps no more than 8 to 10 feet across 

  • form part or all of a circle with furnishings
    in the area

  • arrange lamps and other accessories in relation to their use

500

What does it mean to maintain a healthy home?

Keeping areas cleaned, fixing and keeping up with repairs, regular maintenance. 

500

Cracks in the walls may indicate...

Stains in the walls may indicate...

Cracks: structural defects or settling of the structure. Both conditions may be minor or serious.

Stains: plumbing leaks, condensation or missing gutters. Some repairs can be very expensive.

500

Inadequate insulation of walls and attics result in...

higher heating and cooling costs, as the temperature in the room will not be regulated.