Design should include freehand sketches illustrating walls, doors, and windows. Considerations should include
- consumer needs, such as budget, family size, and lifestyle
- foot-traffic patterns
- kitchen functionality requirements
- geography and topography of the site
- building code guidelines for room sizes
- other building and local code requirements.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is it beneficial to consider the consumer’s budget?
- How does a sketch of the foot-traffic pattern contribute to the design of the floor plan?
- What is the kitchen triangle, and how does it influence the design of the kitchen?