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Good Afternoon! 2/25/14. Today we are: Talking about SPACE Why??? Creating a layout using the tips learned in class. Money Size of family Ages of family members Interests/hobbies Maintenance. Factors that influence space requirements:. Active-Social Area. Private Areas. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Good Afternoon! 2/25/14
Today we are: Talking about SPACE▪ Why???
Creating a layout using the tips learned in class
Factors that influence space requirements:
•Money•Size of family•Ages of family members•Interests/hobbies•Maintenance
Tips for Small Spaces
White, beige, or light pastel paint colors on the walls of tight spaces create an airy impression.
If a darker hue on the walls is preferred, leave the ceiling white; this "lifts" the ceiling and makes the room seem taller and more open.
Paint the baseboards and ceiling molding white, too, for the same reason.
Painting vertical stripes on a wall or using wallpaper with vertical stripes also draws the eye up and makes the room seem larger.
Small spaces continued
If the small space has a window, do not use heavy draperies.
Roman shades or sheers at the windows that can be rolled up or pulled aside during the day will bring light inside.
The view outside the window will create an impression of extra space, much the same way that adjoining rooms seem to be extensions of one another.
Creating space
Bedroom: Daybed with storage Twin bed with no headboard or footboard Small furniture with rounded corners
Office: Small desk with storage Built in desk
Adding Space to a Home
Most Popular choice: Family Room Family rooms are used so much that
most people decide to put their money into this room – they’ll use it the most
Can redecorate them and change their purpose as the family grows
2nd most popular: Bathroom Adds value to home Gives more privacy to parents, children
or guests
Choices
Should you go Up or Out? Many homeowners prefer adding rooms on the
ground level to making second-story additions. Adding a new bathroom, bedroom, or family
room to the ground floor makes more sense than a second-story project which can stress or weaken foundations, footings, or weatherproofing elements.
One-story homes fare better in many housing markets at resale time--not everyone likes stairs.