INTERIOR DESIGN
UNIT 1 addt’l terms & concepts
Housing Abbreviations in ads
BR bedroom
BA bath
FP fireplace
HDWD hardwood
GAR garage
W/D washer & dryer
BSMT basement
Housing Changes:
The average household moves every 4 years
Things that Influence your Priorities:
Family
Culture (beliefs & customs)
Society
Psychological Effect of Space, or Lack of Space in a dwelling
Amount of space you need to feel comfortable
Number of furnishings in the space (feels open or cluttered)
Perception of space (bright colors, large patterns & textures can make a space feel
smaller
Environments
Natural environment = things in nature, land, trees, etc.
Constructed environment = created my humans to alter or add to the natural environment
Behavioral environment = your interaction with people around you; can be positive or
negative/dysfunctional
Lifestyle
Your living pattern; how you spend your time (work time, leisure time, kinds of activities
you choose)
Quality of Life
The degree of satisfaction with your life