Architectural Terms

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1.
3 points
A type of kitchen that has cabinets and appliances along two walls.
2.
3 points
Which of the following is a requirement of a bedroom.
3.
3 points
The standard size for a two-car garage is ____________.
4.
3 points
The standard height of a door is _______________.
5.
2 points
The three principle fixtures located in a bath room.
6.
3 points
Municipal rules regulating safe building practices and procedures. The codes generally encompass structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical remodeling and new construction. Inspection may be required to confirm adherence to local codes.
7.
3 points
The minimum width of a bedroom door is ________.
8.
3 points
_______ a style of house in which the floor levels are staggered.
9.
2 points
The minimum width of a bath room door is _______.
10.
3 points
The minimum width of a hallway is __________.
11.
4 points
A certificate issued by the building department stating that the house has been built in accordance with the local building code and zoning ordinance, and may be occupied.
12.
3 points
which of the following is not a standard ceiling height on the first or second floor.
13.
3 points
A roof that has four sides sloping away from the ridge
14.
3 points
_______________ is any major horizontal structural member.
15.
2 points
A type of roof that is parallel to the floor.
16.
3 points
The replacement of earth into a trench or pier excavation around and against a basement foundation is called a ____________.
17.
3 points
________ is the art and science of designing and superintending the erection of buildings and similar structures.
18.
3 points
FHA stands for _________.
19.
3 points
A window that is hinged near the top so the bottom opens outward is called a _______.
20.
3 points
Any window space projecting outward from the walls of a building. The bay must be square or polygonal in plan.
21.
3 points
A type of roof that has two sides sloping away from the ridge.
22.
3 points
A________ home is generally defined as homes with all living areas and bedrooms on one level.
23.
4 points
The minimum square footage for a bathroom is ____________ sqft.
24.
2 points
A type of roof that slants in one direction is called a ______ roof.
25.
3 points
The minimum width of the front door is __________.
26.
4 points
The maximum total length of the kitchen work triangle is _______.
27.
3 points
____________ is the most economical home to build.
28.
3 points
Flexible, blanket like pieces, usually fiberglass used for thermal or sound insulation. As opposed to loose fill insulation which is blown in place.
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2 points
A type of house designed for sloping land.
30.
2 points
The minimum depth of a closet is _______.
31.
4 points
An authorized representative of the building code enforcement office. The individual responsible for the approval or denial of code inspections and the party responsible for issuing a certificate of occupancy.
32.
3 points
Name the area in the kitchen that is triangular shape defined by the sink, refrigerator and cook top/stove.
33.
3 points
A window consisting of two sashes that can slide vertically.
34.
3 points
A window that is hinged at one side so the opposite side opens outward.
35.
3 points
The minimum area for a bedroom is ______ sqft.
36.
3 points
The accessible space located between the top of the ceiling and the underside of the sloped roof.