CLIENT:

ERIC NEYMAR
1702 MAIN STREET
PITTSBURGH, PA 15222

BRIGITTE HOOK
INTA212RP | RESIDENTIAL DESIGN
FACULTY MICHELLE KIRKPATRICK
MARCH 26, 2017
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Adjacency matrix
Research of the architectural style
Concept statement
Color palette exercise
Furniture, finish, lighting, and accessory specification sheets
Code study
Images of the model
Perspective
Process drawings: Schematic furniture plans and cabinetry ideation
sketches
Justification of the solution
ADJACENCYMATRIX
 SECONDEMPIRE ARCHITECTURAL STYLE

PATTERNEDSHINGLE ROOF
MANSARD ROOF

DORMER WINDOWS IN THE UPPER FLOOR

CAST IRONDECORATIVE CRESTING ATROOF

2 OVER 2 VERTICALLY PROPORTIONED WINDOWS

DECORATIVE WINDOWSURROUNDS
 SECOND EMPIRECHARACTERISTICS
THIS MIXED-USE BUILDING IS OF THE SECOND EMPIRE ARCHITECTURAL
STYLE.THIS IS EVIDENCED BY THE DECORATIVE CASINGS WHICH SURROUND
THE FIRST FLOOR WINDOWS AND THE MANSARD ROOF WITH
PATTERNED SHINGLES. ALSOCOMMON IN THIS BUILDING STYLE IS TWO
DOUBLE-HUNG WINDOWS PLACED ONE OVER THE OTHER. THE
DECORATIVEIRON CRESTINGAROUND THE ROOFIS ALSO INDICATIVE OF
THIS BUILDINGS SECOND EMPIRESTYLE.
 CONCEPT STATEMENT
CONTEMPORARY, COOL, AND MASCULINE DESCRIBES THE OVERALL
MOOD OF THE SPACE. AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN WILL BE USED TO
EMPHASIZE AND CAPITALIZE LIGHT AND VIEW FROM THE ROW OF
WINDOWS FACING MAIN STREET. NEUTRAL COLORS (BLACK, WHITE,
GRAY, CREAM) WILL BE USED THROUGHOUT THE SPACE TO SUPPORT
THE COMFORTABLE, BOLD AESTHETIC. GEOMETRIC FORMS WILL BE
KEY TO PROVIDING INTEREST IN THIS MINIMALISTIC ENVIRONMENT.
MIDCENTURY MODERN PIECES WILL PROVIDE ATTRACTIVE, WELL-
DESIGNED SEATING AND FUNCTIONAL FURNISHINGS. FABRICS WILL
BE MADE OF ONLY NATURAL TEXTILES. CAREFULLY CURATED, THE
COLOR PALETTE, FURNISHINGS, ACCESSORIES AND ART WILL PROVIDE
A SOOTHING AND ATTRACTIVE INTERIOR TO THIS ENTREPRENEURS
HIGH TECH HOME.
 IN THIS ORIGINAL, COLORFUL PIECE FROM JOSEF ALBERS
(STUDENT OF THE BAUHAUS,) BLUES AND GREENS BECOME
GRAYS. DESIGN CONCEPT IS SUPPORTED WITH CALM,
MONOCHROME HUES.

FIGURE 1. HOMAGE TO THE SQUARE:

DISSOLVING/VANISHING (1951)
SPECIFICATONS
 FURNITURE SPECIFICATION SHEET
PROJECT: ERIC NEYMAR
HMD
DESIGNER: BRIGITTE HOOK

KEY: F4

ROOM: LIVING

MANUFACTURER: DESIGN WITHIN REACH

ITEM/NAME: COMO DOUBLE CHAISE SECTIONAL

FINISH: ALUMINUM

FABRIC: KALAHARI LEATHER GESSO

MANUFACTURER: DWR

ITEM #/NAME: COMO DOUBLE CHAISE

SECTIONAL

COLOR: GESSO

PATTERN: H 27.25"
REPEAT:

PRICE PER UNIT: $14,962.50

UNITS NEEDED: 1

TOTAL COST: $14,962.50

W 164.75" D 79.5" Seat H 15.5"

DESCRIPTION:
http://www.dwr.com/living-sofa-and-sleepers/como-double-chaise-
sectional/73.html?lang=en_US#lang=en_US&start=18

REMARKS:
CODES STUDY
 INTA 212: CODESANALYSISCHART
TeamOne
International Existing Building Code:
List the code in this column
Fire and Life Safety
804.2.1.1: Supplemental
Automatic Sprinkler System
Requirements
804.2.2.1: Mixed Uses
805.8.2: Supplemental Requirements
for ExitSigns
Jacob: The building should conform to this code
Building
Elements 401.2.1: Existing Materials
and Materials
401.2.2: New and Replacement Materials
COMPLETEDBY:Mariah Jacob
CODES ANALYSIS/UPDATES
Rationalize why or why not the existing
building should be expected to conform to
the code CODE STUDY
Jacob:ThisCodewill applyto the lower level of the
building, but the upper two levels will fall under the
exemption becausethe tenants spacesareentirely
outside of the work area.
Jacob:Thisbuilding will conform to this codeand will use
the required 2 hour rated protection on the lower floor,
and will use[one] hour rated protection on the other
tenantfloors.
Jacob:Thiscodewill beusedin the building, the lower
floor will haveto have exit signswhile the tenant
spaceswill notneed to have exit singsin accordance
with the code.
for safety issues when dealing with [an] older
building. The code will be useful in determining
if there [are] updates that need to be added to
the scope of work, or if the building will pass
inspections as is.
Jacob: This code will be vital in the addition
of the new interior walls, as well as new
construction elements. The code states that
all materials used need to be compliant with
new construction codes at time of
construction.
 Jacob:ThisCodeWill notbeneeded with this
building asper the exceptions bythe (ICC) due to
803.4.1: Supplemental Interior
the fact that the tenants spaceis entirely
Finish
out
Requirements
of the work area below.
Electrical
Mariah: For any new framing, new electrical
installations will berequired and must "comply with
808.1: New Installations all applicable requirements of NFPA70" (CodesAnd
Standards).

Mariah: Sincethe buildingswe are working with aremost

likely already wired from previous occupancy/use, existing
installations should be checkedsothat they "meet all of the
808.2: Existing Installations materials and methods requirements" stated in
702.6.(Codes AndStandards)

Jacob: Level 2 alterations are not required

to update the entire building, but all new
Energy Conservation 811.1: Minimum Requirements construction must meet standards of
todays codes.
 1. Though the set up would be pricey,
one way of conserving energy is to
install LED
lights in all light fixtures rather than 2. Another way of conserving Energy would be
Incandescent as 90% of the energy that to keep the floor plan as open as possible in
How can you incandescent require "goes towards order to allow as much natural light to
incorporate generating heat instead of light". With illuminate the space as possible rather than
energy LED lighting, they are most efficient in relying solely on
conservation this area because the majority of it's artificial light sources. With the buildings in
methods for this energy consumption goes toward question, since the residential floors are not
project? generating actual light. In the long run, ground level and have numerous, large
the electric bill will be lower. LED also windows, the sun would be able to shine in and
has more variety color wise which gives fill up most of the spaces. Then, artificial light
the designer more options and "emits would only be needed in the areas where the
light for 180 degrees", allowing more light sun cannot reach.
to focus "over a [desired] target area"
(Staff).

Works Cited

"Codes And Standards | ICC Premium Access | ICC Premium Access". Premiumaccess.iccsafe.org. N.p.,
2017. Web. 7 Mar. 2017.

Staff, Stouch. "Light Comparison: LED Lighting Vs Incandescent Lighting". Stouchlighting.com. N.p., 2017. Web.
7 Mar. 2017. <http://www.stouchlighting.com/blog/lighti-comparison-led-lig hting -vs-incandescent-lighti ng>.
Residential Design | INTA212

March 7, 2017 W3A2

Bunch, Hook, Jacob

The Importance of Codes in Residential Design

Codes are extremely important in residential design to ensure the

safety of inhabitants. Being knowledgeable of existing codes in residential

design will be advantageous to the designer in avoiding budget-busting

Codes can be different depending on the use, age, and historical status of
changes due to code compliance or costly fines and potential harm to
a building. For instance, Code 403.10 states that a smoke alarm must be present
inhabitants of the designed space caused by negligence. The International
in each individual sleeping unit. (2015 International, Ch. 4)
Existing Building Code (IEBC) is a valuable guide to find out all the detailed
There are so many codes for which we should all be thankful like the
requirements for making changes, additions, alterations and repairs to
Electrical Code 808.3.5 which states the minimum for lighting outlets (2015
existing structures. Some pertinent topics covered in this exhaustive
International, Ch. 8) arent you glad there has to be a lighting outlet in both the
document are: Fire and life safety, Building elements
private and public restrooms we visit?

and materials, Electrical, and Energy conservation (INTA212RP). The fire and It is important to note that, although existing buildings sometimes do not
life
require compliance with new codes when making alterations, their conditions
safety codes ensure there are adequate means of egress in a hazardous
may be improved by implementing changes to meet current codes. (Effective use
situation, smoke alarms to alert the inhabitants of smoke or fire danger, and
of the IEBC.) Staying up to date with the changing of codes is very important.
that there are areas of refuge in these hazardous situations. Many other
The International Code Council (ICC) offers membership and support for
important details regarding additions of fire escapes and their requirements
designers seeking to stay code compliant on their projects.
can be found in the listing of these codes in addition to the regulations
Works Cited:
regarding smoke compartments, location, construction and dimensions of

fire escapes. Other important factors to know are the specific code "2015 International Existing Building Code." Codes and Standards | ICC Premium

requirements governing mixed used facilities or areas that are used for work. Access | ICC Premium Access.N.p., n.d. Web. 07 Mar. 2017.

"INTA212RP Week 3 Assignment 2 description." Myeclassonline.com. The Art

Institute of Pittsburgh, Online Division, n.d. Web. 07 Mar. 2017.

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STUDY MODELS
 PROCESS DRAWINGS:
SCHEMATIC FURNITURE PLANS AND
CABINETRY IDEATION SKETCHES
MASTER BEDROOM QUICK SKETCH
OFFICE QUICK SKETCH
LIVING ROOM PERSPECTIVE SKETCH