- FICM Overview
- How to Use
- Table of Contents
- 1. Getting Started
- 2. Basic Database Principles and Applications
- 3. Building Area Measurement
- 4. Space Use Codes
- 5. Data Analysis and Reporting
- 5.1 Comparison and Complexity
- 5.2 Required Data Elements
- 5.3 Optional Data Elements
- 5.4 Optional Building and Space Elements
- 5.5 Building and Space Optional Data Element Discussion
- 5.5.1 Building Ownership Status
- 5.5.2 Estimated Replacement Cost
- 5.5.3 Disabled Access to Buildings
- 5.5.4 Building Condition
- 5.5.5 Space Suitability
- 5.5.6 Room or Space Condition
- 5.5.7 Room or Space Architectural Features
- 5.5.8 Functional Categories
- 5.5.9 Coding for Organizational Unit, Academic Discipline, or Academic Program
- 5.6 Data Analysis and Reporting
- 5.7 Data Element Questions and Answers
- 6. Emerging Issues
- 1. Getting Started
PDF & Related Info5.5.7 Room or Space Architectural Features
The design of a space in terms of architectural features often dictates the assignment of a space to specific uses or limits flexibility in reassigning some spaces to other uses or Academic Disciplines. The assignment of codes for architectural features can assist an institution in managing its space resources. This activity is not required for the initial task of performing a space inventory.
- Definition. The architectural features of a space, including structural design and utility services, that are relevant to the use of the space.
- Basis for Classification. The information needed to code spaces according to architectural features should be obtained by visual inspection of each space, but may also be obtained from as-built drawings. These space characteristics will change only when the space is remodeled. This coding should be done by those familiar with the physical characteristics of campus buildings and in consultation with the occupants of the space.
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Structural Features Coding. The following categories may be used to
indicate structural features:
- Flat floor, low bay, no special characteristics.
- Flat floor, low bay, one or more special characteristics.
- Flat floor, high bay, no special characteristics.
- Flat floor, high bay, one or more special characteristics.
- Sloped or stepped floor.
- Other structural configurations not classifiable into one of the above.
- Utility Services Coding. The following categories may be used to indicate the availability of identified utility services:
- Architectural Features Coding. Examples are indicated in figure 5-1.
Low bay ceiling heights (measured floor to underside of floor above) are 13 feet or less. High bay ceiling heights are over 13 feet.
Special characteristics of the space may include such architectural features as wall or door arrangements to eliminate light, projection booths or rear-view projection, sound deadening, electromagnetic screening, x-ray blocking, vibration damping, special insulation in cold or hot rooms, and heavy security doors and walls in vaults.
| (C) | Communication. Special cabling for telecommunications, data distribution, video sources, or media projection. | |
| (E) | Electrical Service. Special electrical services such as 200v, 440v, or filtered electrical supply. | |
| (G) | Gas Service. Gas piping installed to provide compressed air, lab gases (flammable or inert), and vacuum services. | |
| (S) | Special Plumbing Service. Special plumbing services such as acid drains, glassed pipes, distilled water, or ionized water provisions. | |
| (T) | Temperature Control Service. Special temperature and humidity control services, typically for cold or hot rooms. | |
| (V) | Ventilating Service. Special ventilating services such as fume hoods, clean rooms, or special air circulation systems for animal rooms. | |
| (W) | Water Service. Access to water drainage for drinking, washing, or sanitary functions. |
