Space planning basics / Mark Karlen ; space planning illustrations by Kate Ruggeri and Mark Karlen ; building shell drawings CAD-generated by Peter Hahn ; stair design illustrations by Kathryn Hunchar and Mia Kang.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 217-218) and index.
Contents
Planning methodology -- The first planning steps: bubble diagrams and block plans -- Small and dimensionally demanding spaces -- The building shell and major systems -- Important influencing factors -- Developing a rough floor plan -- Refining the solution -- Developing skills beyond the basic level -- Stair design basics.
Summary
The book provides tools for visualizing space and walks the designer through other considerations such as building code requirements and environmental control needs.
