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INDE 122, Kitchen and Bath Design

Santa Rosa Junior College

Interior Design Program

Spring Semester 2022 Course

Course Title: Kitchen and Bath Design

Course Number: INDE 122

Number of Credits: 3 credits

Instructor Name: Shari Canepa ASID, CID, LEED, CGBP, MA,ed

Office Hours: By appointment

Phone Number: 310-386-1318

Email Address: scanepa@santarosa.edu

CLASS INFORMATION:

Hours: Mondays 2:00pm-6:00pm (4 hours per week)

Location: Classroom TBD; class materials via CANVAS

Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/meeting .

Canvas Link: https://canvas.santarosa.edu/

Required Texts:

NKBA Kitchen & Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards; 2^nd Edition by NKBA, © 2016
The NKBA Knowledge Base which is an online resource only available to NKBA members AND NKBA Student Members for around $100.00 per year. NKBA student membership is free. Access to the NKBA Knowledge Base is around $100.00 for 1 year of access.

https://nkba.org/students/

https://nkba.org/students/join/

https://nkba.org/knowledge-base/

Required Supplies, Equipment and Programs:

Computer (desktop or laptop) with reliable internet connection and a presentation software program such as PowerPoint, Keynote or Google Slides
Cell phone or camera

AND EITHER:

Access to a design software program with which you are familiar enough to create CAD drawings for kitchens and baths (including floor plans, elevations, etc.)

Drafting equipment including drafting board, vellum, and drafting tools

Additional Suggested Viewing and Reading:

California Buildings codes - https://www.dgs.ca.gov/BSC/Codes
Sonoma County Building Codes - https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/PRMD/Services/Inspection-Scheduling/Building-Inspection-Codes/
City of Santa Rosa Building Codes - https://srcity.org/Search?searchPhrase=building%20codes
You-Tubes as per class assignments (SOME ARE MANDATORY)
Websites: www.apartmentherapy.com, www.houzz.com, www.remodelista.com, www.gardenista.com, www.pinterest.com,(start journal), www.interiordesign.net (magazine)

Catalog Description of Course:

Principles and elements of interior design for creating efficient and aesthetically pleasing kitchens and baths. Topics include space planning, equipment, appropriate materials, and building codes. Application of National Kitchen and Bath Standards for interior design. Students must provide their own drafting supplies.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Course Completion of INDE 20.

Recommended Preparation:

Course Completion of INDE 50.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

Design a kitchen utilizing professional guidelines and standards from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).
Design a bathroom utilizing professional guidelines and standards from the National Kitchen and Bath Association.
Specify all appliances, furnishings, fixtures, cabinetry, materials, and equipment for specific design layouts.

Objectives:

During this course, the students will:

Discuss the history of kitchens and baths in the United States.
Demonstrate the use of the elements and principles of interior design in kitchen and bath planning.
Analyze the functions of kitchens and baths and create designs accordingly.
Determine the availability of kitchen appliances and bath fixtures in the marketplace and make appropriate selections based on cost, size, features, advantages, disadvantages, and incorporate those selections into kitchen and bath designs.
Describe the three centers of the work triangle and plan an efficient kitchen accordingly.
Compare and contrast the six common kitchen floor plans and describe the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Select materials and lighting for use in kitchens and baths based on availability, cost, features, and advantages and disadvantages, and incorporate into kitchen and bath designs.
Determine ventilation requirements for kitchen and bath designs.
Design a kitchen and bathroom to meet a client's requirements and lifestyle.

Topics and Scope:

Overview of the history of kitchens and baths in the United States
Elements and principles of design in kitchens and baths
Basic use of kitchens for food preparation
Appliances used in kitchens
Baths functions and features
Fixtures & Fittings used in baths
Kitchen and bath storage
Materials and lighting for kitchen and baths
Ventilation needs in kitchen and bath
Planning efficient kitchen layouts
Bathroom floor plans
Professional considerations

Grading:

Attendance: 15%

Canvas Participation: 10%

Class Presentations: 10%

Homework: 30%

Mid-Term Exam/Project: 15%

Final Exam/Project: 20%

Deliverables:

Reading
Weekly Assignments/Homework
Resource Analysis
Mid Term Exam/Project
Final Exam/Project

Required Weekly Assignments/Homework Include:

All homework assignments will be explained in detail the week before they are due
Reading an average of 20 pages per week
Checking CANVAS after class each week for additional information
Reading and/or watching links and you-tubes (found in CANVAS) each week
Although this is an on-line class, we will be scheduling on-site field trips.
Cabinets
Bath and Kitchen Fixtures/fittings
Tile

Additional Information:

Students are to adhere to the Student Conduct Standards (see catalogue).
All cellphones off during class time.
HOMEWORK: will only be accepted for full credit on the date it is due. However, you may submit homework late via CANVAS for partial credit.

Class Schedule: Spring 2022

Syllabus subject to change

Lesson 1: Monday, January 24^th

LECTURE: KITCHENS AND BATHS ARE ALL ABOUT GIVE AND TAKE

Student introductions – why you are taking this course and what type of experience you have in kitchens and baths.
Introduction to the course including:
NKBA’s student membership
NKBA’s Knowledge Base
Chief Architect’s student license
General explanation of Mid-Term & Final Exam: Bathroom Project and Kitchen Project
Kitchen and Bath History & Trends
Fundamentals: Elements & Principles of Design
Intro to Chief Architect

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Historical Kitchens & Baths and the Elements & Principles of Design

See CANVAS for details. Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, January 30^th.

Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
K&B Design Principles: Chapter 1: A Brief History of Kitchen and Bathroom Design
K&B Design Principles: Chapter 3: The Elements of Design
K&B Design Principles: Chapter 4: The Principles of Design

Lesson 2: Monday, January 31^st

LECTURE: COMMUNICATION IS KEY, BUT THE DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS

Kitchen & Bath Drawing & Drafting Standards
Introduction to Chief Architect

IN CLASS:

Demonstration on how to use Chief Architect

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Watch Chief Architect training videos.

See CANVAS for details.

Assignment: Sample Project.

See CANVAS for details. Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, February 6^th.

Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
K&B Design Presentation: Chapter 1: NKBA Drawing and Documents
K&B Design Presentation: Chapter 5: The NKBA Floor Plan: Drafting and Dimensioning the Plan
K&B Design Presentation: Chapter 6: NKBA Drawings in a Set of Plans
K&B Design Presentation: Chapter 8: NKBA's Graphics and Presentation Standards

LESSON 3: Monday, February 7^th

LECTURE: YIN AND YANG: CONSTRUCTION FROM SCRATCH VERSUS REMODEL

Construction & Building Codes

IN CLASS:

Sign-up sheet for Weekly Resource Analysis Presentations: Explanation of and expectations for weekly research assignments will be given.
Chief Architect demonstration continued

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Kitchen and Bath codes.

See CANVAS for details. Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, February 13^th.

Read NKBA Kitchen & Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards: Bathroom Guidelines 1-27 (pages 37-76)
Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 2: Infrastructure Considerations
Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 4: Human Factors and Universal Design Foundation
Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 5: Assessing Needs
Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Chapter 3: Fixture Materials
Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Chapter 4: Fixture Design and Planning Considerations

LESSON 4: Monday, February 14^th

LECTURE: EVERYBODY USES BATHROOMS

Bath Planning Introduction:
NKBA Bath Guidelines
Human Factors: Proxemics & Anthropometrics for Bathrooms
Programming and Assessing Needs for Bathrooms

IN CLASS:

RESOURCES ARE OUR FRIENDS: RESOURCE ANALYSIS #1 Presentation: Bath Fixtures
Fixture Materials
Bath Fixtures (lavatory, toilet, bidet, urinal, bathtub, shower stall, bathtub/shower combination)

HOMEWORK:

Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 6: Bathroom Planning
Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 8: Accessibility in Practice
Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Chapter 5: Fitting Materials, Engineering, and Configuration
Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Chapter 6: Bathtub and Shower Fitting Design and Engineering

NO CLASS: Monday, February 21^st – Washington’s Day Holiday

CANVAS: See Canvas

LESSON 5: Monday, February 28^th

LECTURE: DEBATE: BASIC BATHROOMS VERSUS CREATIVE BATHROOMS

Bathroom Planning continued:
Types and Locations for Bathrooms
General Bathroom Design
Centers (Grooming, Bathing/Showering, Toileting)

IN CLASS:

Mid-Term Project will be explained
RESOURCES ARE OUR FRIENDS: RESOURCE ANALYSIS #2 Presentation: Bath Fittings
Fitting Materials
Bath Fittings (faucets, bathtub fittings, shower fittings, bathtub/shower combination fittings, steam showers & saunas)

HOMEWORK:

Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Chapter 7: Surfacing Materials
Assignment: Mid-Term Project: Bath design

See CANVAS for details.

Begin working on your mid-term project and be prepared to discuss any questions you have regarding your project with Shari during the “LAB” portion of class 6 on Monday, March 7^th.

Completed Mid-Term Project must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, March 27^th

LESSON 6: Monday, March 7^th

FIELD TRIP #1:

More information to come
See CANVAS for details.
RESOURCES ARE OUR FRIENDS: RESOURCE ANALYSIS #3 Presentation: Tile

LAB: 2^nd Half of Class

Discuss any questions you have regarding your Mid-Term project with Shari.

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Continue working on the Mid-Term Project: Bath design. See CANVAS for details.

Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, March 27^th.

LESSON 7: Monday, March 14^th

FIELD TRIP #2:

More information to come
See CANVAS for details.

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Continue working on the Mid-Term Project: Bath design. See CANVAS for details.

Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, March 27^th.

Be prepared to present your Mid-Term Project: Bath design, in class, on Monday, March 28^th.

NO CLASS: Monday, March 21^st – SPRING BREAK (March 21^st – March 27^th)

CANVAS: See Canvas

LESSON 8: Monday, March 28^th MID-TERM PROJECT DUE PRIOR TO THIS CLASS

IN CLASS:

Mid-term Project Presentations

HOMEWORK:

Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 2: Infrastructure Considerations
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 6: Kitchen Planning sections 1-7 (stop before "8 Storage").
Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Chapter 1: Cabinetry
Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Appendix A: Generic Cabinet Nomenclature

LESSON 9: Monday, April 4^th

LECTURE: BIG VERSUS LITTLE: UNDER STAIRWAYS VERSUS 20 PERSON KITCHENS

Kitchen Planning:
7 Kitchen Layouts
Kitchen sizes
Kitchen centers
Work Triangle

IN CLASS:

Final Exam/Project will be explained
RESOURCES ARE OUR FRIENDS: RESOURCE ANALYSIS #4 Presentation: Cabinetry
Cabinet Types
Cabinet Construction
Nomenclature
Cabinet Hardware

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Big kitchens versus little kitchens

See CANVAS for details. Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, April 10^th.

Read NKBA Kitchen & Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards: Kitchen Guidelines 1-31 (pages 1-35)
Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 4: Human Factors and Universal Design Foundation
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 5: Assessing Needs
Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Chapter 2: Appliance Types and Planning Considerations
Assignment: Begin working on Final Exam/Project.

Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, May 15^th, then presented, in class, on Monday, May 16^th. Revisions may be made following your presentation. Your final version must be submitted via CANVAS by 11:59pm on Sunday, May 22^nd

LESSON 10: Monday, April 11^th

LECTURE: : DEBATE: ARE KITCHENS DISAPPEARING OR ARE THEY THE HEART OF THE HOME?

Kitchen Planning Introduction:
NKBA Kitchen Guidelines
Human Factors: Proxemics & Anthropometrics for Kitchens
Programming and Assessing Needs for Kitchens

IN CLASS:

RESOURCES ARE OUR FRIENDS: RESOURCE ANALYSIS #5 Presentation: Appliances
Cooling Appliances
Cooking Appliances
Cleaning Center & Appliances

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Are kitchens disappearing or are they the heart of the home?

See CANVAS for details. Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, April 17^th.

Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 6: Kitchen Planning sections 8-13
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 8: Accessibility in Practice
Assignment: Continue working on Final Exam/Project.

LESSON 11: Monday, April 18^th

LECTURE: : TOO FAR OR TOO CLOSE? HIDING OR EXPOSED?

Kitchen Planning continued:
Motion Economy
Kitchen Zones and Storage
Storage Calculation

IN CLASS:

RESOURCES ARE OUR FRIENDS: RESOURCE ANALYSIS #6 Presentation: Kitchen Fixtures & Fittings
Fixture & Fitting Materials
Kitchen Fixtures (sinks)
Kitchen Fittings (faucets)

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Continue working on Final Exam/Project.

LESSON 12: Monday, April 25^th

FIELD TRIP #3:

More information to come.
See CANVAS for details.
RESOURCES ARE OUR FRIENDS: RESOURCE ANALYSIS #7 Presentation: Countertops

HOMEWORK:

Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 7: Mechanical Planning
Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 7: Mechanical Planning
Residential Construction and Systems: Chapter 20: Lighting
Assignment: Continue working on Final Exam/Project.

LESSON 13: Monday, May 2^nd

LECTURE: LIGHTING & MECHANICAL

Lighting & Mechanical Planning in Kitchen (including ventilation)
Lighting & Mechanical Planning in Baths (including ventilation)

HOMEWORK:

Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 3: Environmental and Sustainability Considerations
Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 3: Environmental and Sustainability Considerations.
Assignment: Continue working on Final Exam/Project.

LESSON 14: Monday, May 9^th

LECTURE: IF WE DON'T HAVE A PLANET, WE DON'T HAVE KITCHENS OR BATHS

Environmental & Sustainability Considerations for Kitchens
Environmental & Sustainability Considerations for Baths
Overview of NKBA Professional Development and Resources:
Certification
CEU Program (including free NKBA webinars)
Specialty Badge Program

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Complete your Final Exam/Project.

Must be submitted via Canvas by 11:59 pm on Sunday, May 15^th

Be ready to present your Final Exam/Project, in class, on Monday, May 16^th.
Revisions may be made to your Final Exam/Project following your presentation. Your final version must be submitted via CANVAS by 11:59pm on Sunday, May 22^nd.

LESSON 15: Monday, May 16^th FINAL EXAM/PROJECT DUE PRIOR TO THIS CLASS (*see note)

IN CLASS:

Final Exam/Project Presentations

HOMEWORK:

Assignment: Revisions may be made to your Final Exam/Project following your presentation. Your final version must be submitted via CANVAS by 11:59pm on Sunday, May 22^nd.
All Students: Read the following chapters of the NKBA Knowledge Base:
Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 10: Putting It All Together
Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards: Chapter 10: Putting It All Together

*FINAL EXAM/PROJECT: Revisions that you make based on the Shari’s feedback during the final exam/project presentations are due electronically no later than 11:59pm on Sunday, May

Course Description

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

Design a kitchen utilizing professional guidelines and standards from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).
Design a bathroom utilizing professional guidelines and standards from the National Kitchen and Bath Association.
Specify all appliances, furnishings, fixtures, cabinetry, materials, and equipment for specific design layouts.

Class Meetings

Monday on zoom 2:00 to 6:00 PM

Instructor Contact

Shari Canepa, ASID, CID, LEED, CGBP. NCIDQ, MA ed

Email: [ your email @santarosa.edu ]

Phone: (310) 386-1318 cell

Office Hours: [Monday 1PM zoom by appointment]

I respond to emails with [48 or less] hours.

Course Web Site

Students will use the Canvas course web site for assignment instructions, submitting assignments, viewing classmate's work, sharing resources, and viewing grades.

We will be recording all classes and they will be available in Canvas after class and for the rest of the semester so you can review.

By attending class you have agreed to being recorded.

Textbook

[Title of book including edition number. AUTHOR and ISBN #]

See Syllabus because this is not a "traditional" Textbook situation.

Required Software

You will need the following software for this course.Microsoft Excel, Word, Power point or Google docs with equivalent. You will be supplied with Chief Architect which you must personally download on your computer.

Using a cell phone for this class is not recommended.

Dropping the Class

If you decide to discontinue this course, it is your responsibility to officially drop it to avoid getting no refund (after 10% of course length), a W symbol (after 20%), or a grade (after 60%). Also, for several consecutive, unexplained absences, the instructor may drop a student. Please let em know if you are dropping the class.

Pass‐NoPass (P/NP)

No possibility for this class-grade ony

Instructor Announcements and Q&A Forum

The instructor will post announcements on the “Instructor Announcements” page in Canvas throughout the semester. Canvas notifies students according to their preferred Notification Preferences as soon as the instructor creates an Announcement. A “Q&A Forum” is also on Canvas to ask for assistance of your classmates or of instructor.

Attendance

Students who fail to attend the first class (face-to-face courses) or do not log-in to an online class after the second day of the semester will be dropped from the class. It is strongly advised that if you need to miss more than one class/homework deadline in a row that you contact me to avoid being dropped from the class. If you miss 3 classes you will receive an "F" for the class.

THE DEFINITION OF "ATTENDANCE" FOR THIS ON LINE CLASS IS THAT YOU HAVE TO BE PRESENT WITH YOUR CAMERA ON. YOU HAVE TO BE ON TIME. IF YOU HAVE A REASON TO ATTEND ONLY A PARTIAL CLASS, YOU WILL GET 1/2 CREDIT AND MUST NOTE IN THE 'CHAT" THAT YOU ARE LEAVING. YOU MAY TURN YOUR CAMERA OFF DURING BREAKS.

Late Policy

All assignments are due [at midnight PST?] on the due date. A late submission will receive a grade reduction. Submissions more than one week late are not accepted without prior arrangement. Late work will not be graded unless student sends instructor an email with URL for late work. You are encouraged to send in any work no matter how late as it is better than not doing the assignment.

For presentations to the class-it is your responsibility to get a substitute presenter.

Exams

There will be [online midterm and final] exams. We will discuss those later in the semester. The midterm is project based and the Final is a normal exam.

Grading Policy

Visit the “Grades” in Canvas to keep track of your grades. I grade randomlyand post grades and comments on the online Canvas gradebook.

Grades will be assigned as follows:

A	90%	90 points or more
B	80%	89 to 80points
C	70%	75to 60points
D	60%	60 to 40 points

If taking Pass/No Pass you need at least 70% of the total class points and complete the midterm exam and the final exam to pass the class.

Standards of Conduct

Students who register in SRJC classes are required to abide by the SRJC Student Conduct Standards. Violation of the Standards is basis for referral to the Vice President of Student Services or dismissal from class or from the College. See the Student Code of Conduct page.

Collaborating on or copying of tests or homework in whole or in part will be considered an act of academic dishonesty and result in a grade of 0 for that test or assignment. I encourage students to share information and ideas, but not their work. See these links on Plagiarism:
SRJC Writing Center Lessons on avoiding plagiarism
SRJC's policy on Academic Integrity

Other Important Policies and Practices

Avoid Plagiarism Like the, er, Plague

Although most students have likely heard about plagiarism during their years of schooling, it still is prevalent-even in higher education.

The video below reviews what plagiarism is and how not to do it.

Plagiarism: How to avoid it

Netiquette, or Why Is It Harder to Be Polite Online?

Netiquette refers to using common courtesy in online communication. All members of the class are expected to follow netiquette in all course communications. Use these guidelines:

Use capital letters sparingly. THEY LOOK LIKE SHOUTING.
Forward emails only with a writer's permission.
Be considerate of others' feelings and use language carefully.
Cite all quotations, references, and sources (otherwise, it is plagiarism).
Use humor carefully. It is hard to "read" tone; sometimes humor can be misread as criticism or personal attack. Feel free to use emoticons like :) for a smiley face to let others know you are being humorous.
Use complete sentences and standard English grammar to compose posts. Write in proper paragraphs. Review work before submitting it.
Text speak, such as "ur" for "your" or "ru" for "are you" etc., is only acceptable when texting.

Special Needs

Students with disabilities who believe they need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact Disability Resources (527-4278), as soon as possible to better ensure such accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.