furniture and finishing midterm

Finish is the final layer in the construction process. select the one that is NOT an interior finish but is infact a architectural material

Millwork/cabinetry

paint

wood flooring

plumbing fixture

interior light fixture

interior door

acoustical ceiling tile

gypsum board/ sheet rock/ drywall

gypsum/ sheet rock / drywall

incorporating nature into your space is

Biophilia

description

pattern

description

after FF&E installation

description

materials

description

finishes

description

color studies

description

finish palette

description

hues

description

before FF&E installation

description

texture

what is the primary role of human responses in the context of interior design

to enhance user engagement and satisfaction

in the design process, what is the focus of designers when using materiality in interior spaces?

follow styles and trends

to create experiences

to minimize emotional impact

follow industry standards

convey meaning

to create experiences,

convey meaning

which type of meaning is activated by experience and emotion?

referential meaning

how can designers leverage referential meaning in finishes selection?

by actively considering associations activated in a space

function and purpose

initial furniture selection requirement

function, structure, and materials, aesthetics and cost

evaluation criterias in the furniture selection

seating: chair

furniture type

type: lounge furniture; sofa, 3 seat

manufacturer: knoll

Name: glide

Size: 76” long 36” high, 36” wide

upholstered- knoll textiles

legs: oak natural

specification example

commercial/contract

type of project

showrooms and manufacturer website

furniture sources

safety and accessibility

project requirements

adjustable

special function

comfort

human- wellbeing

adjustability of seat height

ergonomic function

there are various telltale signs of good quality in an upholstered piece of furniture providing stability, strength, comfort and aesthetic appeal. identify ones that are not

butt joints and nails are used

what is a name and who is a designer of this furniture piece?

eames lounge chair and ottoman by charles & ray eames

a bar chair and a counter chair are interchangeable because they have the same seat height dimensions

false

high end residential

office space

outdoor space

dining room

any project type as a statement piece

hotel lounge

college/university/higher education

what do we need to know first in order to select a furniture type?

function/purpose

what is the primary factor to consider when beginning the process of selecting furniture?

function and comfort level

What are the special functions for furniture? (6)

movable (on casters)

adjustable

modular

stackable/nesting

foldable

reclining

what kind of special function is this?

stackable/nesting

coffee table height

11”-15”

desk height

29”-30”

countertop height

36”

bar height countertop

42”

standing desk height

38”-45”

what process was used to make this chair

bent wood

what is the name of the maker/manufacturer of this chair?

Thonet

4 main types of weaves

plain, basket, twill, and satin

which of the following is a performance characteristic of an upholstery fabric

abrasion

pattern

color

fire-retardant

sustainability

texture

Abrasion

sustainability

which of the following is a special purpose finish that enhances performance characteristics of an upholstery fabric

fire retardant

which word indicates a textile construction (a weave)

twill, plain

what is indicated on this textile label

colorways

which word indicates a finishing process in textile

dye

which word indicates a raw material in textiles?

fiber

Gerard geometric: stripes

Gerard typographical

Gerard Floral

Missoni, flame- stitch

Marimekko geometrics

geometric: plaid

symbolic: Napoleonic

Toile

Geometric: flame-stitch

Floral

Ticking

traditional patterns design elements

-classical motifs, historical or cultural symbols, and patterns that have been passed through generations

-intricate details, symmetry, and a connection to heritage and folklore

contemporary pattern design elements

-modern design, incorporating abstract shapes, unconventional motifs, & experimental arrangements

-reflect current trends, technology, and departure from historical constraints

traditional vs contemporary

traditional- complex

contemporary- simple

traditional cultural context

hold historical and regional significance

contemporary cultural context

inspiration from a variety of cultures, blend influences, creating more eclectic and globally influenced designs

traditional color palette

-muted or earthy color palette, influenced by natural dyes and traditional pigments

-colors that have cultural significance and tied to specific meaning

contemporary color palette

-embrace boarder and more eclectic range of color

-bold and vibrant hues

-explore unconventional color combinations and experiment with the latest color trend

what kind of tree is it?

deciduous

what kind of wood is associated with this tree

hardwood

what is the name of this tree

maple

what do solid wood and engineered wood flooring have in common?

top surface (sand able wear layers)

what does this irregular wood grain indicate

exotic wood

being cut in a certain way creates a different appearance on the wood surface which is called grain

true

different cuts of wood create distinct appearances on the wood’s surface. what type of cut do you observe in this example?

plain cut

what kind of wood do you observe in this example?

pine

select nominal size of lumber

a) 1 ½” x3 1/2”

b) 2×4

c) 1×3

d) 1×4 1/2”

e) b and c

e) b and c

silver grain

what kind of exotic grain

curly grain

what kind of exotic grain

bird’s eye

what kind of exotic grain

burl grain

what kind of wood sawing

plain-sawn

what kind of wood sawing

quarter-sawn

what kind of wood sawing

rift-sawn

grain type

quarter- sawn

grain type

rift-sawn

veneer

• thin sliced wood- 1/28” to 1/36”

• gets adhere under pressure to a stable substrate (MDF or particle board)

• cannot be sanded

• will not warp

MDF (medium density fiber board)

wood fibers steam pressed and mixed with resin

plywood

sandwich boards used as a substrate in concealed construction applications or in furniture and wall panels

stain

protective top coat, transparent/ opaque with some color that doesn’t mask grain

lacquer

acrylic or vinyl, sprayed on, dries fast, may content pigment, shiny surface

varnish

polyurethane added to make varnishes, resist water

what kind of stone?

granite

what kind of stone?

marble

what kind of stone?

limestone

appearance of stones surface?

thermal

appearance of stones surface?

polished