Haven House

Transitional Home
10 Park Rd, Tucson, Arizona 86028
Jennifer Pizappi| INTA302 P01 Residential Design II
Michelle Kirkpatrick | 5 April 2016

Table of Contents

Design Programming 3
Criteria & Adjacency Matrix....... 4
Historic Research..... 5
Transitional Housing Research.... 25

Design Concept.... 29
Concept Statement....... 30
Color Palette Exercise... 31

Specification Sheets 37
Furniture, Finishes, and Lighting... 38
Material Maintenance.. 62

Residential Codes Criteria... 82

Design Drawings.. 88

Perspective Illustrations..... 89

Cost Estimation Table... 92

Process Drawings.... 96

Schematic Plans.. 97
Ideation Sketches 99
Floor & Ceiling Sketches... 100

Justification... 102
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Design Programming
Criteria & Adjacency Matrix
Historical Style Research
Transitional Housing Research

Criteria &
Adjacency Matrix

Historic Reference Chart

Style Name:
Pueblo Revival
Overview of Style
Standard Color Palette

Country:
United States
Images

Years Spanned:
1912-1940s
Notes

Web Link

Earthen colors, like clay,

brown, and beige,
dominate, neutral white or
off-white, and jewel-tone
colors (i.e. red, turquoise,
blue) for accents

Massey, James C. and Shirley Maxwell.

Sant Fe Style Pueblo Revival Portale.
Pueblo Revival Houses in Santa Fe. Old
House Online, 2013. Web. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.oldhouseonline.com/pueblo
-revival-houses-in-santa-fe/>.
Tap Room (former Lobby) Stairs. Photo
Gallery: Painted Desert Inn. National
Park Service, n.d. Web. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.nps.gov/media/photo/galle
ry.htm?id=66F03D6F-155D-451F67DDF9BCB42CD710>.

Historic Reference Chart

Overview of Style
Typical Elements Used

Images

Notes

Web Link

Exterior: thick stucco walls

with adobe-like appearance, 1
or 2 stories, asymmetrical
grouping, rounded corners, flat
roofs with parapets, canals
(gutter spouts) and vigas
(round wooden beams)
projected through exterior
walls, heavy paneled doors,
covered patios/porches or
portales, small casement
windows

Spanish Pueblo Revival. Architectural

Classification: Style and Type. New Mexico
Historic Preservation, Nov. 2013: 45-46.
PDF file. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.nmhistoricpreservation.org
/assets/files/arms/HCPIArchitecturalStyl
es20131115.pdf>.

Interior: arched niches carved

into walls for displaying art,
built-in benches, kiva
fireplaces, & wood/brick floors

Visual Dictionary of Southwestern

Style. Su Casa Magazine. Bella Media,
n.d. Web. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.sucasamagazine.com/conte
nts/visual_dictionary.html>.

Historic Reference Chart

Overview of Style
Typical Interior Materials

Images

Notes

Web Link

Traditional adobe mud;

cement stucco; brick;
exposed wooden headers,
kivas and doors; carved and
painted woodwork; iron
grilles; tinwork; wood, brick
or flagstone floors,
terracotta tiles; natural
materials

Our Hotel. Gallery. La Fonda Hotel.

Web. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.lafondasantafe.com/gal
lery>.
Visual Dictionary of Southwestern
Style. Su Casa Magazine. Bella
Media, n.d. Web. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.sucasamagazine.com/c
ontents/visual_dictionary.html>.

Historic Reference Chart

Overview of Style
Typical Textiles

Images

Notes

Web Link

Bright and eclectic mix of

textiles, leather, Native
American and Spanish style
prints, native weavings like
blankets/rugs

Bleiler, Lyn. A Legend, Going

Strong. New Mexico Magazine,
January 2012. Web. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.nmmagazine.com/artic
le/?aid=77359#.VtqKT_k4FD8>.
Rafter Tales. Pueblo Revival Home
Architecture and Design Features.
Rafter Tales, 5 May 2008. Web. 4
March 2016.
<https://www.raftertales.com/home
-design/home-architecture/pueblorevival-home-architecture-anddesign-features/>.
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Historic Reference Chart

Wall Details
Identify Typical:
Colors
Fabrics if used
Wallpaper patterns
Applied
Ornamentation
details
Wainscot details
Crown Molding
Base Molding
Dado Design
Added railings

Images

Description

Web Link

Adobe-style walls with

stucco in earthen colors
made to resemble
traditional Pueblo adobe
construction

Atakra, Detail of Neo-Pueblo

Architecture at La Fonda.
Wikimedia, 1 Dec. 2015. Web. 5
March 2016.
<https://commons.wikimedia.org/wi
ki/File:Adobe_detail.jpg>.

Bench built into wall called

banco

Visual Dictionary of Southwestern

Style. Su Casa Magazine. Bella
Media, n.d. Web. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.sucasamagazine.com/c
ontents/visual_dictionary.html>

Historic Reference Chart

Wall Details
Identify Typical:
Colors
Fabrics if used
Wallpaper patterns
Applied
Ornamentation
details
Wainscot details
Crown Molding
Base Molding
Dado Design
Added railings

Images

Description

Web Link

Small arched niches carved

into wall for display of art
or religious items

Visual Dictionary of Southwestern

Style. Su Casa Magazine. Bella
Media, n.d. Web. 4 March 2016.
<http://www.sucasamagazine.com/c
ontents/visual_dictionary.html>

Rows of vigas or wooden

roof support beams can be
seen extending through
walls, sometimes painted or
decoratively carved

Santa Fe Architecture. Tourism

Santa Fe, n.d. Web. 5 March 2016.
<http://santafe.org/Visiting_Santa_
Fe/About_Santa_Fe/Santa_Fe_Archi
tecture/>.
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Historic Reference Chart

Ceiling Details
Identify Typical:
Colors
Crown molding
Applied
ornamentation
details such as:
medallions, bosses,
plaster designs
Wood beams
Coffers

Images

Description

Web Link

Exposed wooden beams

called vigas and latillas,
hand-split sticks or small
beams layered across the
top of the vigas

McCullough-Price House. Chandler

Museum Archive, n.d. Web. 5 March
2016.
<http://archive.chandlermuseum.org
/Places/McCullough-Price_House>.

Decorative wood carved

corbels and brackets

Custom Residence. H&K

Architects, n.d. Web. 5 March 2016.
<http://www.hkarchs.com/portfolio/
residential-8/>.

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Historic Reference Chart

Ceiling Details
Identify Typical:
Colors
Crown molding
Applied
ornamentation
details such as:
medallions, bosses,
plaster designs
Wood beams
Coffers

Images

Description

Web Link

When not using traditional

wood vigas, ceilings are light
in color, often to match the
walls

Pueblo Revival Strategy #1:

Contemporary. Bossy Color, 12 Oct.
2008. Web. 5 March 2016.
<http://bossycolor.com/pueblorevival-survival-strategy-1/>.

Painted plaster or stucco

ceilings both with/without
ceiling beams; residence
featuring enlarged vigas
with cove plaster accents

2 Tamarisk Trail. Sotheby Homes,

n.d. Web. 5 March 2016.
<http://www.sothebyshomes.com/S
anta-Fe-Real-Estate/sales/0564315>.

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Historic Reference Chart

Flooring Details
Identify Typical:
Floor material types
such as tile, wood,
stones
Design patterns
Carpeting types
Area rugs style and
material
Base molding design

Images

Description

Web Link

Rustic and distressed,

hickory floor patina

Antique Walk Hardwood Flooring.

Anderson Floors, n.d. Web. 4 March
2016.
<http://andersonfloors.com/ourhardwood-floors/andersonfloors.aspx>

Native stepped patterns are

woven in earthy Southwest
tones in a palette of dark
brown, rust, gold, tan, light
rust and turquoise on these
nylon rugs.

Saddle Valley Rug Collection. Lone

Star Western Decor, n.d. Web. 4
March
2016.<http://www.lonestarwesternd
ecor.com/saddle-valley-rugcollection.html>

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Historic Reference Chart

Flooring Details
Identify Typical:
Floor material types
such as tile, wood,
stones
Design patterns
Carpeting types
Area rugs style and
material
Base molding design

Images

Description

Web Link

Hemlock wood baseboards,

9/16" x 3 1/4" x Random
Lengths

Hemlock Baseboard Molding.

Burton Moldings, n.d. Web. 4 March
2016<http://www.burtonmoldings.c
om/baseboard-hemlockmolding.aspx>

Brick or flagstone floors,

Stone has natural variation
in color and variegated
texture

42 San Sebastian Road. Sotheby

Homes, n.d. Web. 5 March 2016.
<http://www.sothebyshomes.com/S
anta-Fe-Real-Estate/sales/0564793>

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Historic Reference Chart

Door Details
Identify Typical:
Interior features and
sizes
Wood types, grains,
and colors
Frame molding and
applied
ornamentation
Design of brackets
and escutcheons if
used
Design of sidelights if
used
Design of transom if
used

Images

Description

Web Link

Wood Species: Knotty Alder

Door Type: Entry
Hinge Finish: Bronze
Sill Finish: Bronze

Western 2 Panel Wood Double Door

with Speak Easy. Discount Door and
Window, n.d. Web. 4 March
2016<http://discountdw.com/i8387625-western-2-panel-wooddouble-door-with-speak-easy.html>

Hand-forged from steel,

each piece offers old world
craftsmanship ensuring
long life and one-of-a-kind
styling for your home.

SWF-AZTEC-ES. Hardware Hut,

n.d. Web. 4 March 2016
<https://www.thehardwarehut.com/
catalog-product.php?p_ref=13031>

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Historic Reference Chart

Door Details
Identify Typical:
Interior features and
sizes
Wood types, grains,
and colors
Frame molding and
applied
ornamentation
Design of brackets
and escutcheons if
used
Design of sidelights if
used
Design of transom if
used

Images

Description

Web Link

Interior Door, Rustic knotty

wood grain, Plank door with
wrought iron hardware

Hand-forged from steel,

Arizona Style security
screen doors

Arizonan. First Impressions, n.d.

Web. 4 March 2016
<http://www.firstimpressionsecurity
doors.com/product/arizonanarifre002/>

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Historic Reference Chart

Window Details
Identify Typical:
Window styles and
sizes
Drapery fabrics,
colors, patterns
Wood types used
Applied
ornamentation
details
Applied metals used
for accessorizing

Images

Description

Web Link

PATTERN: Stills Stripe |

Walnut
SKU: 219095
CONTENTS: 100% SILK
WIDTH: 55
Reminiscent of native
prints

Stills Stripe | Walnut. Robert

Allen, n.d. Web. 4 March
2016<http://www.robertallendesign.
com/stills-stripe-walnut-219095>

Casement windows, Painted

wood trim around windows,
minimal decoration,
exterior metal grilles may
be found over windows

Pueblo Revival. Architectural Styles

of America & Europe. Architectural
Styles, n.d. Web. 5 March 2016.
<http://architecturestyles.org/puebl
o-revival/>.

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Historic Reference Chart

Window Details
Identify Typical:
Window styles and
sizes
Drapery fabrics,
colors, patterns
Wood types used
Applied
ornamentation
details
Applied metals used
for accessorizing

Images

Description

Web Link

Alder molding: A relatively

soft hardwood with a grain
pattern similar to cherry;
color is uniform and varies
slightly from reddish-brown
to light tan or honey; rustic,
rugged look; knots are
random in size, quantity,
and location. Open, star,
and split knots are
common.

Your Moulding. Sun Mountain, n.d.

Web. 4 March
2016<http://www.sunmountaindoor
.com/moulding/design/yourmoulding/83/>

Alder molding: A relatively

soft hardwood with a grain
pattern similar to cherry.

Your Moulding. Sun Mountain, n.d.

Web. 4 March
2016<http://www.sunmountaindoor
.com/moulding/design/yourmoulding/76/>
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Historic Reference Chart

Furniture Details
Identify Typical:
Upholstery fabrics,
colors, patterns
Wood types
Applied
ornamentation
details
Applied metals
Feminine vs.
masculine

Images

Description

Web Link

Bancos (benches) that

protrude from walls. Tile
inlay in back with wooded
seat. Tiles is geometric with
bold colors all adobe is
white and the wood is a
light to medium color with
a smooth finish.

Wooden Bench in Southwest-Style

Home. HGTV, n.d. Web. 5 March
2016<http://photos.hgtv.com/photo
/wooden-bench-in-southwest_stylehome?soc=sharepin>

Built-in furniture, square

raised panel doors and
detailed crucita cutouts or
cross cutouts.

Spanish-Style Entertainment
Center. HGTV, n.d. Web. 5 March
2016<http://photos.hgtv.com/photo
/spanish_style-entertainmentcenter?soc=sharepin>
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Historic Reference Chart

Furniture Details
Identify Typical:
Upholstery fabrics,
colors, patterns
Wood types
Applied
ornamentation
details
Applied metals
Feminine vs.
masculine

Images

Description

Web Link

Light- to Medium-colored
woods with ornate carvings.
This particular piece is more
utilitarian than ones with
more of the Spanish
influences.

Taos Pie Safe. Southwest Spanish

Craftsmen, n.d. Web. 5 March
2016<http://southwestspanishcrafts
men.com/products/view/71/TaosPie-Safe>

Sofa with leather cushions

and wood frame. Square
legs with no decorative
ornamentation. Masculine
and large.

Taos Loveseat. Southwest Spanish

Craftsmen, n.d. Web. 5 March
2016<http://southwestspanishcrafts
men.com/products/view/66/TaosLoveseat>
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Historic Reference Chart

Art & Collectible
Details
Identify Typical:
Upholstery fabrics,
colors, patterns
Wood types
Applied
ornamentation
details
Applied metals
Feminine vs.
masculine

Images

Description

Web Link

Light- to Medium-colored
woods with ornate carvings.
This particular piece is more
utilitarian than ones with
more of the Spanish
influences.

Taos Pie Safe. Southwest Spanish

Craftsmen, n.d. Web. 5 March
2016<http://southwestspanishcrafts
men.com/products/view/71/TaosPie-Safe>

Sofa with leather cushions

and wood frame. Square
legs with no decorative
ornamentation. Masculine
and large.

Taos Loveseat. Southwest Spanish

Craftsmen, n.d. Web. 5 March
2016<http://southwestspanishcrafts
men.com/products/view/66/TaosLoveseat>

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Historic Reference Chart

Art & Collectible
Details
Identify Typical:
Upholstery fabrics,
colors, patterns
Wood types
Applied
ornamentation
details
Applied metals
Feminine vs.
masculine

Images

Description

Web Link

Geometric with bold colors

and square in form.
Patterns reminiscent of
Native American ones.

Pueblo Revival. Polyvore, n.d. Web.

5 March
2016<http://www.polyvore.com/pue
blo_revival/set?id=126378387>

Native paintings of
everyday activities and
religious ceremonies with
dark back drop and bright
colors.

History: Art and Architecture. New

Mexico Museum of Art, n.d. Web. 5
March
2016<http://online.nmartmuseum.o
rg/nmhistory/artarchitecture/history-art-andarchitecture.html>
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Historic Reference Chart

Lighting Details
Identify Typical:
Color
Style of design
Lamp shades
Forms
Finished materials

Images

Description

Web Link

Lighting is a chandelier out

of wrought iron with candle
style bulb.

A Pueblo-Revival in Santa Fe. The

Wall Street Journal, n.d. Web. 5
March
2016<http://www.wsj.com/articles/
SB100014240529702039608045772
39513261870968>

Table and floor lamps with

faux hide shades and either
wrought iron bases or
decorative pottery bases.

Pueblo Revival. Polyvore, n.d. Web.

5 March 2016.
<http://www.polyvore.com/universa
l_lighting_decor_indian_marigold/t
hing?context_id=126378387&conte
xt_type=collection&id=93986450>

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Historic Reference Chart

Lighting Details
Identify Typical:
Color
Style of design
Lamp shades
Forms
Finished materials

Images

Description

Web Link

Pendant lanterns made of

glass and wrought iron.
Hung from ceiling with
chain and wiring coming
from wall and suspended to
fixture.

Spanish Colonial Revival. Lzscene,

n.d. Web. 5 March 2016
<https://lzscene.wordpress.com/aut
hor/lzscene/page/2/>

Punched tin lanterns flush

mounted to ceiling.
Geometric detailing and
opaque glass.
Sconces of wrought iron, in
the shape of lanterns
attached top and bottom to
wall.

Painted Desert Inn. National Park

Service, n.d. Wed 5 March 2016
<http://www.nps.gov/media/photo/
gallery.htm?id=66F03D6F-155D451F-67DDF9BCB42CD710>
Santa Fe Property. Sothebys, n.d.
Web. 5 March 2016
<http://www.sothebyshomes.com/S
anta-Fe-Real-Estate>
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Transitional Housing

Transitional housing programs offer low-income residences and support services for the homeless.
Transitional housing is generally provided after a crisis event and residents are able to stay in the
program for a range of time based on individual needs. The characteristic needs of applicants can
vary along with the typical programs, supportive services, and accommodations available. The
ultimate goal of transitional housing organizations is to empower residents to become
independent, self-sufficient and adequately housed (Week 1).
The FavorHouse of Northwest Florida is a certified domestic violence center that offers safe
shelter, counseling, and various support/outreach services for victims of domestic violence and
their families. FavorHouse owns a transitional home available to women and children leaving
shelter and in need of long-term housing. Residents may stay up to 2 years, which grants enough
time for families to make life changing decisions, finish a degree or vocational training, establish a
career and save money for a permanent home (Shelter Services). Safety is the primary need for
women and children staying in transitional housing. Individuals typical needs vary, but may
encompass access to healthcare, legal care, childcare, counseling, and assistance with finding jobs
and permanent housing.
In talking to Terry Hill from Peachtree Landing, an emergency shelter for homeless single mothers
and fathers with children, when it comes to her clients she is very concerned for their privacy. As a
company goal, they offer not only shelter, but try to help their clients become independent so they
can have their own homes. Peachtree helps their clients transition from homelessness into
permanent housing, as well as assisting them in finding a job.

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Transitional Housing

Standard housing accommodations resemble dormitory-style living with multiple families sharing one
space. No private apartments are available. One80 Place in Charleston, South Carolina is a place where
the homeless families and individuals can stay on a temporary basis. There are several designated beds
for veterans as this area has two open bases. The accommodations in the transitional housing are
dormitory type according to Kathy who works on staff at One80 Place. What she describes as a
dormitory-style is bunk beds with separate areas for the different genders, central bathing facilities again
gender separated and a central cafeteria where food is prepared, served and consumed. Bedrooms are
private with communal living room, kitchen and bathrooms. The family center holds 50 beds for women
and families and the Mens shelter has 60 beds, 40 transitional housing beds are included in that number.
Gathering spaces for FavorHouse include indoor and outdoor lounge seating where residents can play,
socialize, as well as hold informal meetings or discussions. Peachtree Landing has bedrooms for their
clients so they can be with their children, as well as a living room where they all can watch TV. A separate
dining room for meals and a kitchen is large enough to feed everyone even when filled to capacity.
Separate restrooms are provided for both men and women.
The transitional housing routinely takes families and individuals who, while working, do not make
enough to afford housing. For a typical region in the United States, a minimum wage worker would have
to work 89 hours each week to afford a two-bedroom apartment at the recommended 30% of their
income level. (Pable). Education is provided to help individuals develop skills needed to earn enough
money to afford housing of their own. Education is also provided to residents ranging from financial to
drug classes. Health care is also provided to residents starting with a free health screening upon arrival.
Counseling is continued after the residents have accommodations of their own to ensure that they have
the ability to maintain a living situation independently.
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Transitional Housing Images

Figure 1. One80 Place

Figure 2. Afghan Shelter

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Transitional Housing Images

Figure 3. FavorHouse Living

Figure 4. FavorHouse Bedroom

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Design Concept

Concept Statement
Color Palette Exercise

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Concept Statement
Haven House, a transitional home in Tucson, Arizona will provide a safe and

sheltering environment for women and children in crisis. Gathering spaces

will feature an earth tone color palette using natural colors reminiscent of
Pueblo adobe homes to create a warm and welcoming space that creates a
solidarity for the residents. Furnishings will feature a mix of soft textures
and natural materials with rustic finishes that reflect the regional style.
There will be a contrast between walls and furnishings to help give a clean
feeling to the space. Good organizational features for storage will help the
residents feel more like being at home. Finishes will be chosen to help
eliminate the spread of diseases. Assurance will be made that all communal
spaces follow proper building codes and accessibility guidelines to provide
an inclusive design for all possible residents.

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Inspirational
Image #1

Figure 5.

This color palette was formed using a

compound color scheme with blush beige
as the base color. None of the colors are
overly bright or saturated; all are muted.
Using natural colors, like brown, green,
and tan, emulates the native plants and
soil in the surrounding environment.
Muted and warm earth tone colors suggest
welcome and durability, and help reduce
stress by creating a relaxed, homey
atmosphere.

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Inspirational
Image #2

Figure 6.

This split complementary color palette is

warm with a complementary aspect through
the green and red and a contrast in value
between the light beige gold and dark brown.
This color palette conveys warmth with the
red and yellow aspects and unity is brought
into the mix with similar saturation in the
green, red, yellow and brown. Balance and
calm are added with the neutral beige.

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Inspirational
Image #3

Figure 7.

The southwestern theme of this living

room goes well with the Pueblo
Revival style design. The
complementary color palette of this
room portrays a comfortable, warm
mood. To enliven the space, bright
pillows add pops of color for contrast.

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Custom Color Palette

This custom color palette is an example of a compound color scheme using natural earth tones
of brown and red with accents of yellow and turquoise. This color scheme was mostly inspired
by the second inspirational image. The first color scheme had a similar range of colors, but was
too desaturated. To best fit our design concept and to fit the existing historical style, neutral
earth-tones would dominate, while bright saturated colors would be used sparingly in order to
create a soothing environment. Adjustments to saturation were applied and blue was added to
the green hue to create turquoise. The dark gray-almost-black was added to represent the
wrought iron finish that will be used, which is also a common material in Pueblo Revival style.
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Images Cited
Figure 1. "ONE80 PLACE SHELTER CHARLESTON." 2016. Shelter Listings. Web. 7 March 2016.
<http://www.shelterlistings.org/details/37951/>.
Figure 2. "Afghan Government cracks down on womens shelters." 11 February 2011. Peace Alliance Winnepeg. Web.
8 March 20116. <http://www.peacealliancewinnipeg.ca/2011/02/afghan-government-cracks-down-onwomen%E2%80%99s-shelters/>.
Figure 3. FavorHouse. Living Area. Photograph. Safe Haven for People & Paws Open House. Facebook, 19 June
2015. Web. 8 March 2016. <https://www.facebook.com/favor.house.1/photos/pb.1573456082892902.2207520000.1457480110./1637854733119703/?type=3&theater>.
Figure 4. FavorHouse. Bedroom. Photograph. Safe Haven for People & Paws Open House. Facebook, 19 June
2015. Web. 8 March 2016. <https://www.facebook.com/favor.house.1/photos/pb.1573456082892902.2207520000.1457480110./1637854726453037/?type=3&theater>.
Figure 5. Prickly Pear Cactus. Design Seeds. Web. 10 March 2016. <http://design-seeds.com/>.
Figure 6. Deserts Wallpaper. My Wallpapers. Web. 11 March 2016.
<http://www.mywallpapers.org/picture/Deserts/10542>.
Figure 7. Southwestern Style Carefree Home. DTN Design. Houzz. Web. 11 March 2016.
<http://www.houzz.com/photos/7842895/Southwestern-Style-Carefree-Home-rustic-living-room-phoenix>.

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Works Cited
"ONE80 PLACE SHELTER ." 2016. One80 Place. Web. 7 March 2016.
<http://one80place.org/>.
Pable, Jill, Ph.D. "Design Response to Homelessness." Implications. VOL. 04 ISSUE 07.
Web. 8 March 2016.
<http://vizedhtmlcontent.next.ecollege.com/pub/content/d067f819-5630-4b84935d-82cc5a7117c3/AI_INTA302_DesignResponsetoHomelessness.pdf>.
Shelter Services. FavorHouse of Northwest Florida Inc. Web. 8 March 2016.
<http://favorhouse.org/>.
Week 1 Lectures: Transitional Housing. Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division INTA102 P01 Introduction to Interior Design. Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Web. 8
March 2016. <http://myeclassonline.com/>.

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Specification Sheets

Furniture, Finishes, & Lighting Specification

Sheets
Material Maintenance

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Tierra y Fuego Care Recommendations

Tierra Terra Cotta High Fired Handcrafted Floor Tiles

For routine maintenance immediately clean any spills. Damp mop floor tile with a neutral pH
cleanser and water as needed.

Never use abrasive cleaners, acids or bleaches.

As part of a normal maintenance procedure, terra cotta floor tile requires re-sealing. The
frequency of re-sealing depends on how the tile has been worn out. (Example: Every 1-2
years)

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Residential Codes Criteria

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Codes Analysis
COMPLETED BY: Bonnie Sticken

STAIR DESIGN AND

ELEVATOR

LOCAL CODE

CODES ANALYSIS/UPDATES

Stairway

1005.3.1 Stairways. The capacity, in inches (mm), of means of

egress stairways shall be calculated by multiplying the occupant
load served by such stairway by a means of egress capacity factor
of
0.3 inch (7.6 mm) per occupant. Where stairways serve more
than one story, only the occupant load of each story considered
individually shall be used in calculating the required capacity of
the stairways serving that story.

Stairways are 38" wide

Handrails

Handrails for stairways and ramps shall be adequate in strength

and attachment in accordance with Section
1607.8. Handrails required for stairways by Section 1009.15
shall comply with Sections 1012.2 through 1012.9. Handrails
required for ramps by Section 1010.9 shall comply with Sections
1012.2 through 1012.8.

There will be handrails on either side of the exit stairs as well as

next to and behind the toilet.

Guardrails

1013.3 Height Required guards shall not be less than 42 inches

(1067 mm) high, measured vertically as follows: 1. From the
adjacent walking surfaces; 2. On stairs, from the line connecting
the leading edges of the tread nosings; and 3. On ramps, from
the ramp surface at the guard.

Guardrails will be along one side of the sidewalk and ramp.

Elevator

1003.7 Elevators, escalators and moving walks. Elevators,

escalators and moving walks shall not be used as a component of
a required means of egress from any other part of the building.

Because there are both the elevator and stairs the elevator is not
the only required means of egress.

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Pizappi

LOCAL CODE

CODES ANALYSIS/UPDATES

GATHERING SPACE

Square Feet

R304.1 Minimum area, R304.2 Minimum

dimensions

Habitable rooms shall have a floor area of not less than 70 sq. ft. and shall not
be less than 7 ft. long in any horizontal dimension, excepting kitchens.

Means of Egress

R311.1 Means of Egress

Means of egress will provide a continuous & unobstructed path of vertical

and horizontal egress travel from all portions of the dwelling to required
egress door. This door shall open directly into a public way or to a yard or
court that opens to a public way.

Doors and
Windows

R310.2.1 Minimum opening area, R310.3

Emergency escape and rescue doors, R310.3.1
Minimum door opening size, R311.2 Egress
Door, R310.2.2 Window sill height

Emergency & escape rescue openings shall have a net clear opening of not
less than 5.7 sq. ft. measured from the inside. Net clear height shall not be
less than 24 in. and the net clear width shall not be less than 20 in. Where a
window is provided as the emergency escape & rescue opening, the sill height
shall not be more than 44 in. AFF. Where a door is provided as the required
emergency escape & rescue opening, it will be permitted to be a side-hinged
door or slider. Not less than 1 egress door shall be provided with each
dwelling unit. The egress door will be side-hinged, provide a clear width of no
less than 32 in. measured between the face of the door and the stop, with the
door open 90 degrees. The clear height shall not be less than 78 in. measured
from top of threshold to bottom of the stop. Egress doors shall be readily
opened from inside the dwelling without the use of key or special
knowledge/effort.

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to your project)

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requirements

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CODES ANALYSIS/UPDATES

GATHERING
SPACE

Lighting and
Ventilation

R303.1 Habitable Rooms, M1507.2

Recirculation of air

Shall have an aggregate glazing area of not less than 8% of the floor area. Natural
ventilation shall be through windows, skylights, doors, louvers, or other approved openings
to outdoor air. Such openings shall be provided with ready access or shall otherwise be
readily controllable by building occupants. The openable area to the outdoors shall not be
less than 4% of the floor area being ventilated. Exception is if an openable emergency
escape & rescue opening is not required or if a whole-house mechanical ventilation system
is installed. Where local or whole-house mechanical ventilation is provided, exhaust air
from bathrooms and toilet rooms shall not be discharged to any area inside the building or
recirculated within a residence or to another dwelling unit & shall be exhausted directly to
the outdoors.

Electrical and
Smoke
Detection

R314 Smoke Alarms, E3901.2 General Use

Receptacle Distribution, E3901.4 Countertop
Receptacles, E3901.5 Appliance receptacle
outlets, E3901.10 Hallways, E3902.6 Kitchen
receptacles, E3903.2 Habitable rooms

Smoke alarms shall be installed in immediate vicinity of bedrooms and on each additional
story of the dwelling. Smoke alarms shall be installed not less than 3 ft. horizontally from
the door or opening of a bathroom that contains a bathtub or shower. Combination smoke
and carbon monoxide alarms shall be permitted to be used in lieu of smoke alarms. Smoke
alarms will receive their primary power from building wiring, and when primary power is
interrupted, will receive power from a battery. Receptacles shall be installed so that no
point measured horizontally along the floor line of any wall space is more than 6 ft. from a
receptacle outlet. A wall space includes any space that is 2 ft. or more in width. A receptacle
outlet shall be installed at each countertop space 12 in. or wider. Receptacle outlets shall be
installed along the wall line at no point more than 24 in., measured horizontally.
Receptacle outlets shall be located not more than 20 in. above the countertop. Receptacle
outlets rendered not easily accessible by appliances shall not be considered as required
outlets. Appliance receptacle outlets installed for specific appliances shall be installed
within 6 ft. of the intended location of the appliance. Hallways of 10 ft. or more in length
shall have at least 1 receptacle outlet. All kitchen receptacles that serve countertop surfaces
shall have GFCI protection for personnel. At least one wall switch-controlled lighting outlet
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shall be installed in every habitable room and bathroom.

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RESIDENTIAL UNIT
(APARTMENT)

LOCAL CODE

CODES ANALYSIS/UPDATES

Square Feet

1208.1 Minimum room widths.

1208.3 Room area.
1208.4 Efficiency dwelling units

Habitable spaces will be at least 7 feet wide, with the exception of kitchen which will have
3 feet of clearance passageway between counters. Living space in the apartments will be
at least 220 square feet.
Habitable spaces, other than a kitchen, shall not be less than 7 feet (2134 mm) in any
plan dimension. Kitchens shall have a clear passageway of not less than 3 feet (914 mm)
between counter fronts and appliances or counter fronts and walls.
Every dwelling unit shall have at least one room that shall have not less than 120 square
feet (13.9 m2) of net floor area. Other habitable rooms shall have a net floor area of not
less than 70 square feet (6.5 m2). Exception: Every kitchen in a one-and two-family
dwelling shall have not less than 50 square feet (4.64 m2) of gross floor area.
An efficiency living unit shall conform to the requirements of the code except as modified
herein: The unit shall have a living room of not less than 220 square feet (20.4 m2) of
floor area. An additional 100 square feet (9.3 m2) of floor area shall be provided for each
occupant of such unit in excess of two

Means of
Egress

R310.1 Emergency escape and rescue

Basements, habitable attics and every sleeping room shall have at least one operable
emergency escape and rescue opening. Every sleeping room has an egress window in it.

Doors and
Windows

R310.1.1 Minimum opening area.

R310.1.2 Minimum opening height.
R310.1.3 Minimum opening width.

All windows opening height is at least 24 inches and sill height is no more than 44
inches. All windows in sleeping areas are more than 5.7 square feet. All emergency escape
and rescue openings shall have a minimum net clear opening of 5.7 square feet (0.530
m2). Exception: Grade floor openings shall have a minimum net clear opening of 5
square feet (0.465 m2). The minimum net clear opening height shall be 24 inches (610
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CODES ANALYSIS/UPDATES

RESIDENTIAL
UNIT
(APARTMENT)

Lighting and
Ventilation

1205.1 General.
1205.2 Natural light.
1203.4.2.1 Bathrooms.
1203.4.1 Ventilation area required.
1203.4.1.1 Adjoining spaces.

Natural light is provided from windows at least 8% of the floor area of the room served.
Mechanical ventilation will be installed in every room containing bathtubs, showers, spas and
similar bathing fixtures. Every space intended for human occupancy shall be provided with
natural light by means of exterior glazed openings or shall be provided with artificial light.
The minimum openable area to the outdoors shall be 4% of the floor area being ventilated.
Where rooms and spaces without openings to the outdoors are ventilated through an
adjoining room, the opening to the adjoining room shall be unobstructed and shall have an
area of not less than 8% of the floor area of the interior room or space, but not less than 25
square feet. The minimum openable area to the outdoors shall be based on the total floor area
being ventilated.

Electrical and
Smoke Detection

R314.3 Location.
E3901.2.1 Spacing.
E3902.6 Kitchen receptacles.

Smoke alarms shall be installed in the following locations: 1. In each sleeping room. 2.
Outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms 3. On each
additional story of the dwelling, including basements and habitable attics but not including
crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics. Receptacles shall be installed so that no point measured
horizontally along the floor line of any wall space is more than 6 feet, from a receptacle outlet.
All 125-volt, single-phase, 15-and 20-ampere receptacles that serve countertop surfaces shall
have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel.

Plumbing
Fixtures

P2705.1 General.
R307.2 Bathtub and shower spaces.

Water closets, lavatories and bidets. A water closet, lavatory or bidet shall not be set closer
than 15 inches from its center to any side wall, partition or vanity or closer than 30 inches
center-to-center between adjacent fixtures. There shall be a clearance of not less than 21
inches in front of a water closet, lavatory or bidet to any wall, fixture or door. Bathtub and
shower floors and walls above bathtubs with installed shower heads and in shower
compartments shall be finished with a nonabsorbent surface. Such wall surfaces shall extend
to a height of not less than 6 feet (1829 mm) AFF.
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Design Drawings

Perspective Illustrations
Elevation Rendering

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Rendered
Perspective
Gathering Space Entry and
Living Area

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Rendered
Perspective
Apartment - Bedroom

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Custom Built-In Wall Elevation Rendering

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Cost Estimation Table

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Process Drawings
Schematic Plans
Ideation Sketches
Floor & Ceiling Sketches

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Thumbnail
Sketches
Thumbnail Sketches Custom Built-In

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Thumbnail Sketches - Ceiling

Thumbnail
Sketches

Thumbnail Sketches - Floor

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Interior Sketch
With Color Swatch

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Justification

Reflection

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 The furniture and fabrics selected promote the design

concept and meet the project needs of the client, both

functionally and aesthetically. Their styles and forms are
an eclectic mix that suit a transitional Southwestern and
Pueblo style design without being overbearing. Furniture
was chosen for comfort, versatility and ease of use. Iron
metal accents and finishes are repeated throughout the
design for continuity. The upholstery was scaled for
durability and proportioned to the space. A variety of
colored, Southwest, patterned and textured fabrics were
chosen to create a homey feel. Upholstery fabrics
selected are all durable, medium to heavy weight fabrics
ideal for long-term use and high traffic, so with careful
maintenance, the upholstery will last for some time. A
common color scheme of earth tones, black, white, and
turquoise are present in both public and private spaces
in varying shades and tones to create harmony
throughout the home. Together, the furniture, finishes
and fabrics lend a rustic, comforting space that will
hopefully make the occupants feel immediately welcome.

Justification
How does the furniture you selected meet

the needs of the client as per the client

profile, both aesthetically and functionally?
How do the fabrics you selected meet the
needs of the client as per the client profile?
How will each advance the theme,
complement other features, and create
harmony throughout the home?
How are the fabric weights and durability

appropriate for their applications in the

design?

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Lighting fixtures, finishes and colors were selected for all of the
required spaces for the project , both in the gathering space and
apartments. The finishes and fixtures suit the existing Pueblo Revival
style of the building with rustic textures and wrought iron metal
finishes. In keeping with contemporary Pueblo Revival homes, the
dcor was kept simple through the use of white plaster walls and terra
cotta tiles, with colorful talavera tiles and dark wood plank flooring for
contrast.
The Vasari wall plaster is composed of all-natural minerals and
aggregates like lime and powdered marble. Reclaimed materials from
abandoned barns or factories were used for the wood plank walls and
ceiling beams. The wood flooring contains 70-79% recycled content.
All wood is also FSC-certified for sustainable foresting. The terra cotta
and talavera tiles are made from natural clay using traditional
methods. The manufacturer is regionally located in California, which
helps reduce fuel and travel costs. Any use of natural
materials/products is superior to man-made materials from factories
as long as they are locally sourced. Energy-efficient fluorescent and
LED lighting was selected where possible. Some incandescent lamps
can be exchanged with compact fluorescents to save more energy.
Concerning air quality, the plaster is crafted without volatile organic
compounds (VOCs) making it non-toxic and free of chemicals.
Additionally, the plaster creates a more healthy environment as it
absorbs carbon dioxide and naturally resists mildew and fungus. While
the tiles do require sealing, the sealer is eco-friendly and non-toxic
with low VOCs to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

Justification
How do the lighting fixtures, finishes, and

colors you selected meet the needs and requests

of the client as per the client profile?
How do the colors used reflect the design

theory and systems you learned about in Week

2?
What are the sustainable attributes of the

selected products, and how do they contribute to

a healthy environment and your clients overall
well-being?

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Harmony and balance were the dominant principles sought after for both the
interior design concept and the occupants. Together, through the arrangement of
subdominant elements of color, line, and texture, harmony and balance were
attained. Color theory and psychology were considered when choosing neutral
earth-tones with accents of bright jewel-tones to create a calm, welcoming
atmosphere for residents. The mix of straight and arched lines add visual interest
and characterize the buildings existing Pueblo Revival architectural style.
Textured fabrics, both patterned and knit, and rustic finishes reinforce the
homey feeling desired in the design concept for the residence.
The building is located in the southwest in Tucson, Arizona. The southwest is
characterized by eclectic and native elements, as well as cowboy culture. Rustic
finishes, like wrought iron, plaster, and reclaimed wood, were chosen to suit the
region. It was important, however, to keep the art and accessories of the
apartments minimal so that occupants could add their personal touches and fit
the space according to their own tastes. In order to ensure many years of
comfortable use, durability, efficiency and ease of cleaning were important
elements considered when making design selections for furniture, lighting,
finishes, etc. All of the selections provide both function and style to the
gathering spaces and apartments. The total budget of design selections fell well
below the given budget of $175 / square foot.
In order to meet proper code and egress requirements, each bedroom is required
to have an egress opening, so placement of a 48 tall window assures safe egress
from each bedroom. The window sill was set at 36 above the finished floor to
make it universally accessible. All public spaces and two of the apartments follow
ADA accessibility guidelines, utilizing grab bars, door and circulation clearances,
and wheelchair turning radii. It was important to select and arrange furnishings
of the correct scale that would be suited for a wide range of individuals and the
spaces provided, as well as assure room for circulation and accessibility.

Justification

Which of elements and principles (light, color, line, texture,

balance, proportion, harmony, etc.) are dominant and
subdominant in the design, and how do they support the
concept?

How does your design reflect the culture and diversity of

the client who will occupy the space? How do the furniture,
finishes, lighting selections, and custom elements meet the
needs of the women and children living in the transitional
housing? Were you able to adhere to the budget within
client constraints?

How did universal design application, code, or egress

requirements and environmental design choices influence
the decisions you made throughout the design process?

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As I continue in my studies in interior design, there are a few concepts or fields of design that I
feel will be essential knowledge. It is well known that the health of the earth is failing and the
certain areas of the environment are in crisis. With this comes the ethical responsibility of interior
designers to practice sustainability through the selection and use of green products/materials
and practices to create sustainable interior environments. These have a positive effect on the
health and wellbeing of the occupants and the local environment. Another way to improve the
health and well-being of individuals in the future is to design interior spaces using universal
products and design principles. For example, ensuring that faucets are located at the right height
with automatic controls allows the widest range of individuals possible to comfortably use it. ADA
accessibility guidelines is just one aspect of universal design. It is important that a product suit a
wide range of individuals without the need for specialized, and exclusionary, adaptations or
design. This will be a challenge to accomplish in all designs, but I feel it would be a worthwhile
practice to aid future generations. Being a designer, we are also responsible for remembering to
apply the foundations of design elements and principles when creating any design concepts or
plans. While art and design are largely subjective, without these tried and true principles there
would be no such thing as good design. The most successful designs create harmony and balance
in an interior environment through the combinations of various principles, such as color, line,
forms, and texture. All of these design elements are manifest through design selections specified
by the interior designer. Scientific theory has proven that a well-designed and balanced interior
design leads to happier, well-balanced occupants as well.
As an online student, I am unaccustomed to working with a team of people. My team for this
course started out strong. I was lucky to be in a team where each group member pulled their own
weight, instead of having others assume it for them. Distance and setting a time for meetings and
discussions was an issue from the beginning, but that was alleviated by the fact that our members
got on well together. Each group member had their own personal strengths to aid with group
work. Of course, some misunderstandings and miscommunications occurred later, but they were
resolved in a timely manner and it never conflicted with the assignment deadline. I do feel that
learning to work with others in a team, learning how to actively listen and participate, is an
important career skill to gain. As frustrating as working with others can be, the benefits outweigh
the disadvantages in my opinion.

Reflection

Reflect on what you have learned in

this class. In at least 23 paragraphs,
discuss at least three concepts or
topics that you feel will be most
helpful to you as you continue your
studies in interior design. Also,
discuss the positive aspects you
experienced working in a team
atmosphere early in the design
process and how you can relate this
experience to your future careers.

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