Interior Design 1.03 Review

Which factor is used when developing furniture styles to fit human body proportions?

• Anthropometrics

• ergonomics

• Maslow's hierarchy

• proxemics

Having basic needs met, designing comfortable furniture, and studying the basic space requirements of individuals refer to which design factor?

• Environmental

• global

• human

• social

The amount of personal space that an individual needs to feel comfortable in different social situations is a key component of:

• ergonomics

• global factors

• proxemics

• sustainability

An activity in a private space of a home would include:

• doing the laundry

• preparing a meal

• taking a nap

• watching TV with friends

Denisha's office chair is designed to help her work more efficiently and reduce fatigue. Which human factor is being considered?

• Anthropometrics

• ergonomics

• Maslow's Hierarchy

• proxemics

After a storm severely damaged their home, the Rileys moved into a shelter until their home was safe to live in again. This represents:

• anthropometrics

• ergonomics

• Maslow's Hierarchy

• proxemics

Feng shui is a Chinese art and philosophy influenced by:

• culture

• income

• social status

• trends and styles

Which human factor includes spatial considerations for areas with groups of people and how they communicate and relate to each other?

• Anthropometrics

• ergonomics

• Maslow's Hierarchy

• proxemics

A client from the Middle East requests the use of carpets and rugs in his/her home so he/she may walk barefoot, a common practice in the Middle East.This is an example of which influence on design?

• Culture

• psychological effects

• social norms

• trends and styles

A bedroom must have a window as a way of egress, a closet, and a smoke detector. Which social factor is responsible for these mandates?

• culture

• government

• religion

• traditions