1. 11 Dr. Nihad Almughany University of Palestine Faculty of Applied Engineering and Urban Planning Dept. of Architecture 2 nd Semester 2010 -2011 Introduction to Interior Design ( EAGD 3217 ) Lecture 6 DESIGN OF INTERIOR SPACES - Continued

2. 2 CONTENTS –1- AIMS. –2- REVIEW OF LAST LECTURE ( Design of interior spaces). –3- DESIGN CRITERIA OF INTERIOR SPACES. –4- CONCLUSION.

3. 3 1- AIMS This lecture aims to: –Review of the last lecture ( Design of interior spaces). –Highlight the design criteria for some of familiar interior spaces. 3

4. 4 2- REVIEW OF THE LAST LECTURE Factors affecting the design of an interior space Palestinian traditional interior space Design criteria for: –Lobby –Guest room –Living room –WC

5. 3- DESIGN CRITERIA OF INTERIOR SPACES Each interior space has special design criteria in terms of area, dimensions, furniture, colors, materials, systems, orientation and relationship with other interior and exterior spaces. The following are examples for interior spaces design criteria : 5

6. 3.1 - Kitchen Location: Close to the entrance and dining - best orientation is towards East or South East ( in Gaza). Area : around 10% of house area – worktops around 18% of kitchen area. Elements: Ref., sink, oven, dish washer, cupboards, dining table, accessories. Work triangle : Ref., sink, oven – should not be interrupted by any furniture pieces. –Triangle parameter ranges between 4 – 8 m. –Each line not less than 1.25 and not more than 2.75 Durable materials – heavy duty. Ceramic walls and non- slipping flooring. Dimensions will be discussed at class 6

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10. 3.2- DINING ROOM Location: close to the kitchen and reception – orientation to good views. Natural lighting is preferred. Elements: dining table and seats, Cupboard ( opt.) and accessories. Suitable colors and complementary arrangement. Service circulation is very important. Dimensions will be discussed at class. 10

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13. 3.3- BED ROOMS Location: –In a private place. –A way from noise. –Oriented towards East – Northern East. Master Bed Room: Built in bathroom and dressing room. Other bed rooms: appropriate furniture and colors for age and gender. Basic furniture: beds, cupboards, mirrors. Avoid beds under windows. Availability of free space in the room is essential. 13

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17. 17 3.4- BATH ROOMS : Location : Very close to bed rooms and sometimes is imbedded within the room Dimension : Depends on design and area ( Reg. = 180/250 cms ). Dimensions for elements are shown at class by instructor. Basic Elements : Bathtub, Toilet, Bidet, Lavoratory, Shower, Cabinets, Accessories. Accurate location for space elements. Ceramics for walls and non- slipping flooring for floors. Sometimes laundry is included ( Careful from moisture).

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20. 20 4- CONCLUSION -There are special criteria for the design of different interior spaces. The criteria are related to the following: -Location / orientation. -Function / s. -Area and dimensions. -Furniture included. -Circulation. -Materials and colors used for different space elements. -Style of design.