Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION. What this book is about ; An overview: quality and quantity ; Human behavior and housing ; An overview of chapter topics ; Ergonomics and required clearances ; Organizational flow ; Related codes and constraints ; Electrical and mechanical ; Lighting ; Visual thinking and basic design graphics ; Orthographic projections
Chapter 2: ENTRANCES AND CIRCULATION SPACES. Foyer and entry areas ; Vertical movement ; Ergonomics and required clearances ; Organizational flow ; Related codes and constraints ; Electrical and mechanical ; Lighting
Chapter 3: SOCIAL AND LEISURE SPACES ; Ergonomics and required clearances ; Organizational flow ; Related codes and constraints ; Electrical and mechanical ; Lighting
Chapter 4: KITCHENS. Getting started ; Organizational flow ; Introducing the "major preparation work area" ; Fixtures and appliances ; Sinks ; Faucets ; Garbage disposers ; Dishwashers ; Ranges ; Cooktops ; Wall ovens ; Microwave ovens ; Refrigerators ; Trash compactors ; Ergonomics and required clearances ; Work counters and cabinets ; Sinks ; Dishwashers ; Ranges and cooktops ; Ventilation ; Ovens and microwaves ; Refrigerators ; Kitchen storage and cabinetry ; More on cabinets and built-in storage ; The pantry ; Related codes and constraints ; Electrical and mechanical ; Lighting ; Prototype kitchen illustrations
Chapter 5: BEDROOMS. Ergonomics and required clearances ; Organizational flow ; Electrical and mechanical ; Lighting
Chapter 6: BATHROOMS. Fixtures ; Toilets ; Urinals ; Bidets ; Sinks (also known as lavatories) ; Faucets ; Bathtubs ; Soaking and whirlpool tubs ; Showers ; Storage and cabinetry ; Ergonomics and required clearances ; Organizational flow ; Related codes and constraints ; Electrical and mechanical ; Lighting
Chapter 7: UTILITY AND WORK SPACES. Garages, equipment rooms, and hobby spaces ; Laundry spaces ; Mudrooms ; Home office/work spaces ; Home gyms and exercise equipment ; Appliances ; Ergonomics and required clearances ; Organizational flow ; Related codes and constraints ; Electrical and mechanical ; Lighting
Chapter 8: SAMPLE PROJECT AND RELATED DRAWINGS. Sample project scenario/problem statement ; Sample project design drawings ; Diagrams ; Preliminary orthographic projection drawings
Chapter 9: BASIC LIGHT FRAME RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION. Standard residential building platform types ; Basic wood frame construction ; Plumbing ; Doors and windows ; Doors ; Windows ; Roof types and styles ; Fireplaces and stoves
Chapter 10: NOTES ON REMODELING. Assessment phase ; Design phase ; Selection and construction ; Budgeting and return on investment ; Organizational flow, ergonomics, and required clearances ; Zoning and building codes
APPENDIX A: IGCC, LEED, and sustainability/green design certifying programs, agencies, and associations ; Appendix B; ANSI/Fair Housing bathrooms and kitchens ; Appendix C: Seated wheelchair dimensions ; Appendix D: Wheelchair transfer and clear floor space at toilet fixtures ; Appendix E: Outdoor, secondary, and compact kitchens ; Appendix F: European cabinets ; Appendix G: Seated and standing work surfaces and desks