Kitchens and Baths: Good Design is Good Business
Learning Objectives:
- Describe two constraints faced on the Argentona Apartment project.
- Explain 2 methods used to improve public restroom circulation at the Swatch and Omega Headquarters.
- List the design requirements of the Bushman Dreyfus apartment project.
- Describe the demonstration of the principles of proportion, balance of mass and void, and unity of composition in the Pebble Beach House project.
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
This course is part of the The Custom Home Academy
Below are a set of links to building type studies from Architectural Record, which are in-depth analyses of particular kinds of buildings, with photos, drawings, specifications, detailed descriptions, and design solutions. Click on each link below, read the article then complete the quiz to earn your credit and certificate of completion.
This course presents several projects featuring innovative kitchen and bath designs. Whether the goal was a gourmet chef’s kitchen or simply a defined (and in one case, hidden) space, these designs are fresh and inspirational.
Argentona Apartment by YLAB Arquitectos
Since the 970-square-foot apartment is not a primary residence, this space has the option of concealing the kitchen.
Alex Klimoski
Heard Residence by MacPherson Architects / 2MA
This project demonstrates the unique and contemporary use of glass to delineate space.
Leslie Clagett
Edward Williams Architects Converts Historic Stable to London Workplace
This onetime stable is now a modern yet intimate and friendly office space.
Kelly Beamon
Elegant Bathrooms at Swatch and Omega Headquarters Bring Views and Daylighting to Utilitarian Spaces
Restrooms at the Swatch and Omega Headquarters feature views, elegant exposed-timber elements, and daylighting.
Kara Mavros
Bushman Dreyfus Architects Conceals an Apartment's Functional Spaces in a Reclaimed-Oak Box
The new kitchen and bathroom in an office-turned-apartment are both neatly concealed and showcased.
Alex Klimoski
Greene Ranch by Anacapa Architecture
The kitchen and bathrooms are key to the design of this 1950s ranch house replacement.
Sheila Kim
Rustic Townhouse by 4|Mativ
Faced with design constraints, this team used color, pattern and material to inspire the plans and set the tone for the entire project.
Diana Mosher
Pebble Beach Residence by Jim Jennings Architecture
This project demonstrates the age-old principles of proportion, balance of mass and void, and unity of composition.
Suzanne Stephens
Photo © Agnese Sanvito
Garage doors reveal a conference room and kitchen area, which will share a wall with restrooms on the other side
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