Chapter 7 - Living Area

A residential design in which there are few walls in the living area of the home.

A general-purpose room that replaces the living room, family room, and dining room in houses designed with an open floor plan.

An outdoor space that is partially or fully enclosed by walls or a roof.

A room that is dedicated to a special interest, such as music, art, or hobbies.

An entry that provides access to a patio, deck, or courtyard.

A large porch that typically extends along an entire wall of a residence.

The front entry of a home, designed for use by guests and opening into the living area of the home.

The movement of people from one area or room to another.

A narrow porch extending from an upper floor of a residence.

A measure of how easily all people, including those who are physically handicapped or have limited mobility, can use something.

A room or area just inside the main entry of a home that provides a place to greet guests and to remove overcoats and boots.

An entry that is usually connected to the kitchen; it is designed to be convenient, rather than beautiful.

The area where the family sleeps, rests, and bathes.

An outdoor feature at ground level that is usually near the residence but is not structurally connected to it.

A residential floor plan that has separate rooms for living and dining.

An outdoor space that is structurally connected to the residence.

The area of a home in which the family relaxes, entertains guests, dines, and meets together.

The part of the house where food is prepared, clothes are laundered, goods are stored, the car is parked, and equipment for upkeep of the house is stored.

An outdoor feature that is similar to a patio but is typically above grade.

A roofed structure that is similar to a porch, but is detached from the house.