McKenzieP-3A

Welcome to my page! My favorite color is **purple**.

Two Style Home: ** .

Another disadvantage is accessibility. Because of the different levels accessibility to bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, etc. may become difficult for the disabled. Some styles adapted to include a stairway lift or elevator to provide the needed accessibility. In my house I provided accessibility to all necessities on the first floor; the bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen. Therefore, there is a avoidance of the elevators and stair lifts, which can be a hindrance. Refer to Figure 1.

** Kitchen Standards: ** There are numerous kitchen standards for reasons such as for traffic flow, convenience and safety. Here are the following standards for each..


 * Traffic Flow:** Certain stantards in the kitchen is important for the purpose of a clear pathway and mobility. Since the kitchen is probably one of the most used rooms in the house, it is important to have room for people to move in and out freely. The following standards show how to maintain the important clearance for the flow.


 * Door:** The door must have a clear opening of at least 32” wide and a door width of 2'10”.
 * Door interference:** An entry door to the kitchen should not interfere with the safe operation of appliances or its doors.

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 * Work triangle traffic:** There should be no major traffic patterns crossing through the primary work triangle.
 * Distance between work centers:** With three primary work centers, the sum of the differences between the centers must be at least 26' with no single leg of the triangle being less than 4' or more than 9'. Also an island or other obstacles must not intersect between the work triangle legs.
 * Separating work centers**: A full height, full-depth, tall obstacle should not split two primary work centers like the stove and sink. However, a properly recessed tall corner unit is acceptable because it will not disturb the work flow.
 * Work aisle:** The work aisle should be no less than 42” for one cook and no less than 48” for multiple cooks. For each kitchen appliance, there should be a clear floor space of at last 30” by 48”. Floor spaces may overlap. Although I do not have a U shaped kitchen, these kitchen styles must have a minimum clearance of 6.
 * Walkway:** A walkway should be no less than 36” and if there are perpendicular walkways, one must be 42” wide.
 * Traffic clearance at seating**: In a seating area where no traffic passes behind a seated diner, allow 32” of clearance from the edge of the table to the closest obstruction behind the seating area. However, if there is traffic flow behind the seated diner, 36” to 44” clearance should be available.
 * Seating clearance:** Kitchen seating areas should have one of the following incorporations: 30” counters must allow a 24” wide by 18” deep knee space for each seated diner and at least 18” of clear knee space, 36” high counters must allow a 24” wide by 15” deep knee space for each seated diner and at least 15” of clear knee space, or 42” high counters that allows a 24” wide x 12” deep knee space for each seated diner and 12” of clear knee space.


 * Convenience:** In a kitchen, who wants to run a mile to get from their stove to sink? So, reasonable distance is important in creating a kitchen for simple reasons as this. Also, enough storage is important and efficient counterspace do cook and clean is important. The following standards show how to create a convenient kitchen.


 * Cleanup/Prep Sink Placement:** A kitchen with one sink should place the sink adjacent to or across from the cooking surface and refrigerator.
 * Cleanup/Prep Sink Landing Area:** On one side of the sink, a 24” wide landing area and at least an 18” wide landing area on the other side should be provided. If not all of the countertop at the sink is the same height, a 24” landing area on a side of the sink and 3” of countertop frontage on the other side, both at the same hight as the sink. The 24” of landing area can be met by 3” of countertop frontage from the edge of the sink to the inside corner of the countertop if more than 21” of countertop frontage is available on the return.
 * Preparation/Work area:** Include a section of continuous countertop at least 36” wide by 24” deep immediately next to the sink for a primary work space.
 * Dishwasher Placement:** Place the dishwasher with 36” of the cleanup/prep sink. Provide at least 21” of standing space between the edge of the dishwasher and countertop frontage, appliances and/or cabinets, which are placed at a right angle to the dishwasher.




 * Refrigerator Landing Area:** The refrigerator landing area should incorporate one of the following measurements: 15” of landing area on the handle side of the refrigerator, 15” of landing area on either side of a side-by-side refrigerator, 15” of landing area which is no more than 48” across from the front of the refrigerator or 15” of landing area above or adjacent to any undercounter style refrigeration appliance.



Microwave landing area: A landing area of at least 15” above, below, or adjacent to the handle side of the microwave must be provided.
 * Microwave oven placement**: The placement for the microwave should consider the user's height and abilities. The bottom 3” of the microwave should be below the user's shoulders but no more than 54” above the floor. If the microwave oven is placed below the countertop the oven bottom must be at least 15” off the floor.




 * Oven landing area:** Include at least a 15” landing area next to or above the oven and a landing area of at least 15” that is no more than 48” across from the oven is acceptable if the appliance does not open into a walkway.




 * Countertop space:** A total of 158” of countertop frontage, 24” deep, with at least 15” of clearance above, is needed to accommodate all uses, including landing area, preparation/work area, and storage.
 * Countertop edges:** Rather than sharp edges, clipped or rounded corners are recommended.
 * Cook surface landing area:** A minimum of 12” of landing area should be provided on one side of a cooking surface and 15” on the other side. If the cooking surface is at a different countertop height than the rest of the kitchen then the 12” and 15” landing areas must be at the same height as the cooking surface.
 * Cooking surface clearance:** A 24” of clearance between the cooking surface and a protected noncombustible surface above it should be provided.
 * Corner Cabinet Storage**: At least one corner cabinet should include a functional storage device, like a lazy susan.




 * Lighting:** In addition to general lighting required by code, every work surface should be equipped with appropriate task lighting.



Storage: Because my kitchen is classified as a medium kitchen, 1700” total shelf/drawer frontage should be provided. For small kitchens, 1400” must be and 2000” for large kitchens. I have many cabinets and a pantry. Refer to countertop space image.


 * Safety:** This is self explainitory. It is obviously important to maintain a safe cooking enviornment. The following two standards explain safe ways to build a kitchen.

Cooking surface safety: Do not place an operable window above the cooking surface, window treatments should not have flammable materials. For safety, a fire extinguisher should be located near the exit of the kitchen away from cooking equipment.
 * Cooking surface ventilation**: Allow a correctly sized, ducted ventilation system for all cooking surface appliances. The recommended minimum is 150 cfm.



Electrical Receptacles: A GFCI should be provided on electrical outlet when water is located near.

This room is very open and spacious. The open room provides natural light and easy circulation. It allows easy access to the upstairs, living room, kitchen, a first floor bedroom, the garage, and outside. This is especially convenient for the disabled or elderly.
 * The Entryway:**

The living room is very open also, but maintains an illusion of solitude. Traffic flow is easily accessed. With the large windows and french doors, it allows sun light to circulate the room. This room has a modern and classic style twist to it. The combination is very stylish and but maintains the feeling of home and individuality.
 * The Living Room:**

The kitchen is very spacious, allowing a lot of traffic in and out. Because the kitchen is one of the most used rooms in a house, traffic flow is important and I made sure to provide it. The archways allow easy access to other rooms and give an openness to the room, while still maintaining the prominence of an individual room.
 * The Kitchen**

Connected to the kitchen, it allows easy access back and forth. It is very eclectic; the room is casual enough to eat a family breakfast in the morning, but also classy enough to host a formal dinner. The dining room has a medieval mood to it, providing of variety of room themes. Along with the kitchen, the brick and wine painted walls evokes a sensual and warm feeling. Also, the dark color provides an illusion of a smaller room, giving it a cozy feeling.
 * The Dining Room**

Perhaps you have a guest, like your privacy, or have a disabled housemate, a first floor bedroom is perfect. Easy access to a bathroom, living room, and kitchen, the downstairs bedroom is ideal for disabilities. Warm and luminous like sunlight, the shade of yellow brings cheeriness to the room and with large windows, natural light coming in provides an energetic and optimistic mood. Access to the back deck is provided with the door on the far wall. There is also plenty of clothing storage with a medium sized closet and two dressers.
 * First Floor Bedroom:**

Purple is a great shade of a girl, it gives a romantic, warm and relaxing feeling. A spacious room is perfect for the teenage girl. Plenty of room to place a desk in for those long hours hitting the books and friends have plenty of room when sleeping over. There is a queen bed and also a couch for more seating area. Plenty of closest space is available with a walk in closest. Also, a shared bathroom with the other bedroom is off this room.
 * The Girl's Room**

The blue colored room gives a feeling of masculinity and power, perfect for the male adolescent's ego. The large windows provide sunlight and a walk in closest is also provided. The futon is perfect for chilling out, playing COD or when a friend crashes at your house for the night. Plenty of space, this room is perfect for a growing boy. Provided is a queen bed. Sorry fellas, it's not for the convenience of enough room for you and a girl.. or two. The large bed allows room for him to sleep sprawled out after a late night of football practice. Like stated above, off this room is a bathroom shared with the girl's bedroom.
 * The Boy's Bedroom:**

This is the shared bathroom. Two sinks give each their own area to do their make up or shave their face. A large shower and closet is also provided. The teal color is a neutral color, appealing to both males and females. Plenty of room for traffic in and out of the room. Let's just hope the accessibility to each other's room doesn't result in late night pranks on each other. Can you say door locks?
 * The Shared Bathroom:**

And now we reach the master bedroom. Perfect for the king and queen of the house, it is the sanctuary that all the parents need. It is like a mini vacation from parenthood. Spacious with a warm feeling given by the chosen colors. And who does not love a king sized bed? A dressing area with the stone wall is a great accessory. A large walk in closet and large bathroom are both off this room. Also, the French-doors open up onto a balcony that overlooks the beautiful mountainside of the Maine landscape.
 * Master Bedroom:**


 * The Master Bath:**

The master bathroom is perfect. It is large, open, and convenient. With two sinks, a garden tub, and large walk in stone shower, both he and she can do what they have to do to get ready in the morning. The bathroom connects to both the bedroom and the walk in closet, making it very convenient.

Don't want the kids to mess up the living room? Send them downstairs. Two large couches, a 15 foot flat screen tv, a pool and ping pong table, and a bar with aquarium behind it. Also, there is a computer/work desk. In a room off the family room, there is a laundry room and work out room.
 * The Basement:**

The backyard is complete with a large deck, hot tub, inground pool with slide and diving board, a volleyball net, and firepit. Perfect for hanging out in the summer with family or friends and large enough to host a party.
 * The Backyard:**


 * The Garage:**

A two car garage, perfect for both cars and enough space for other storage. There is also a mudroom to the right of it, for those muddy winter days.

Here is the overview of the house..

I think the ideal buyer for this house is the all American family; father, mother, son, and daughter. With all its fixtures, it is costly. But there are many enviromentally friendly features.With the large windows, natural light is provided so no need to turn on all those lamps! With the open below entryway, the easily circulated air makes more less use of the AC or heater.