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OVERVIEWAs human dominated areas increase with time, natural areas decrease making it more difficult for animals to create their own habitats. The project will explore and encourage the idea of reconciliation ecology which will facilitate in creating biodiversity between aquatic life and human life within an urban setting. Through the use of intensive research and interactive aquarium exhibits, the community will be stimulated to become better informed in order to ensure that they, as well as future generations, know how to preserve, conserve, and restore natural aquatic environments.

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PROJECT TYPOLOGY

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HISTORY & TRENDSTYPOLOGY

HISTORY & TRENDS

This chapter is a description of the evolution of the different typologies that the project has. Its is the breakdown history of the typologies as well as the current trends that each. After further evaluation the information is taken in order to create design guidance.

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they contained a work area and some storage (Watch, 2001).

• Laboratory design was modified, scientists felt the need for a space that was appropriate for their particular research (Braun & Gröming, 2005).

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Universities, industries and governments began to collaborate and a rise in the creation of Science Parks occurred, such as the Cambridge Science Park, pictured to the right (Watch, 2001)

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1995• Interactive research became a priority and

laboratory layouts changed again; there was a need for team breakout spaces inside the laboratory

• Researchers began to collaborate internationally

EARLY LABS

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1998• Robots join the workforce! (Watch, 2001)• Surveys conducted by the American Society of Interior

Designers concluded that there were 5 key principles for a successful laboratory space:

• Create a team atmosphere • The environment should be a tool • Keep up-to-date with technology • Improve the work flow circulation • Train and educate (Watch, 2001)

2000Another modification in laboratory design occurred:• There was more team-based research• A rise in computer technology• Global marketplace took effect (Watch,

2001)

BUMP RESEARCH FACILITY

“RESEARCH IS FORMALIZED CURIOSITY. IT IS POKING AND PRYING WITH A PURPOSE” - Zora Neale Hurston

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RESEARCH TRENDS

GETTY CONSERVATION INSTITUTE

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THROUGHOUT THE YEARS, THE DESIGN OF RESEARCH FACILITIES HAVE CHANGED ACCORDING TO THE TRENDS OF DESIGN AND THE NEEDS OF RESEARCH SCIENTISTS.

Some of the current trends that need to be taken into consideration when designing a research facility are...• International Collaboration• Open Labs• Team-Based Research • Lab As A Social Center• Transparency

To the left is the Getty Conservation Institute inLos Angeles, California. This is an example of team-based research.

To the right is the Wehi Medical Research Center in Parkville Victoria, Australia and it illustrates the need for lab openness. The laboratories are giving up the traditional setting of cubicles and fixed systems and adopting a new open plan layout. This layout brings more collaboration between workers and it will enhances productivity.

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DESIGN GUIDANCE

MOTE MARINE LABORATORY

Labs should be a collaborative work space in order to improve efficiency of the research being conducted. Research labs should have visual access to the general public to educate them.

The lab design should create a sense of connectivity between the users and the scientists while maintaining the appropriate levels of privacy and security..

The Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium in Sarasota, Florida has visible lab spaces spread throughout the aquarium. The image on the left demonstrates the trend of transparency. With all the controversy that has been surrounding aquariums in recent years, many aquariums want to be transparent when it comes to the conditions of their research labs and the treatment of the animals. Giving transparency to the user will create a bridge between the users and the scientist/aquarium staff in order to help the users to understand what is going on behind the scenes.

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The first public aquarium was opened in Regents Park, London; it was called “The Fish House.” The popularity of this aquarium grew so quickly that new aquariums were opened in the U.S., Germany, and France (Clary & Wandersee, 2005).

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1893The first aquarium in the United States opened; it was an extension of the Barnum American Museum, in New York. The addition of the aquarium was inspired by the Regents Park in London. There was still much to learn about the captivity of sea life (Clary & Wandersee, 2005).

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In November 2005, the Georgia Aquarium was opened. It was the biggest aquarium in the world. It houses more than 100,000 marine species and holds 6.3 Million gallons of water(10 Largest aquariums in the world, 2015).

2014Chimelong Ocean Kingdom, is now the biggest aquarium with 12.87 gallons of water. It is part of the Hengqin Bay Hotel in Zhuhai (Miller, 2014).

GEORGIA AQUARIUM

CHIMELONG OCEAN KINGDOM"WE HAVE MORE TO LEARN FROM ANIMALS, THAN ANIMALS

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AQUARIUM TRENDS

As the years have passed, more and more discoveries have been made about the care of marine life in captivity. Most aquariums aim to educate the public and in order to do that, they need to create unique experiences.

Some of the trends that aquariums are implementing now are...

Through the use of floor-to-ceiling aquariums, Georgia Aquarium guests are afforded the experiences of actually feeling as though they are underwater. This allows them to observe the animals’ behavior in an unforgettable way.

THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM

Recent aquariums are being built within architecture that is reminiscent of the ocean. The building form of Den Bla Planet in Kastrup, Denmark, is based on the waves that are formed within a whirlpool. This motion determines the shape of the aquariums as well as the circulation.

THE FLORIDA AQUARIUMFIGURE 12

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• Complex engaging exhibits• Naturalistic exhibits• Complex architecture• Transparency-morals• Non-profit• Immersive experiences

DESIGN GUIDANCEThe aquarium space should have immersive experiences that allow patrons to feel like they are in a naturalistic environment.

The interior architecture of the space should be reflective of the fact that the space is an aquarium.

The image to the left shows how the Florida Aquarium in Tampa, Florida incorporates naturalistic environments into exhibits. Like for the interactive exhibits, aquariums are changing the look of the exhibits to enhance the experience of the user. Natural elements of the setting of the animal living conditions are replicated and used sometimes to cover systems such as HVAC. The replica of this environment helps as well with the education of the users while at the exhibits.

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EDUCATION TRENDS

By simulating a real-life working environment, students feel as though they are actual professionals within the field. The fact that this process is more engaging facilitates the different types of learning which includes active learning, audible learning, visual learning, and practical learning which make this setting more successful than traditional learning settings.

FLORIDA AQUARIUM EDUCATIONAL CLASSROOM

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With the advancement of technology the traditional classroom setting has changed and so has the way of teaching. Students have the need to be stimulated in the classroom in order to learn. These are some of the current trends in education.:

• Interactive experiences• Advanced technology• Learning on-the-go• Hybrid environments (online & in-person)• Simulating real work environments

DESIGN GUIDANCE

Instead of banning smartphones from the classroom, this school encourages the use of these devices as a learning tool. The younger generation has become so dependent on their smart devices that the integration of phones and tablets stimulates people to build a natural interest to the subject being taught.

Nowadays, aquariums are changing the way people interact with exhibits by leaving behind the traditional, enclosed tanks for the open tanks. By doing so, users in the space are able to interact with the animals and learn new things about them with the help of interacting with aquarium staff. It will also help the user to understand animals and their environment better and to respect them more.

THE NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM TOUCH TANK

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Educational spaces should promote the different types of learning: audible, visual, real-world simulation and interactive. Education should also be integrated into the rest of the space, like the aquarium and research areas

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DOCUMENTATIONSARASOTA HERALD-TRIBUNE

BUILDING

DOCUMENTATIONBUILDING

This chapter provides a description of the selected building’s location and its surrounding area. The research is an in depth understanding of the building including it’s history and architectural features. Also covered are the sustainable features of the building with regards to transportation and pedestrian access.

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N The current function of this building is the marquee office of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune where news is broadcast and ads and articles for the newspaper are written. If a proposed project would possibly replace the intent of the existing structure, we believe, it should cater to the community’s appreciation of marine-life. Aside from the vast amount of restaurants and lounges around the site, there aren’t many opportunities for entertaining the neighborhood’s population. Creating a building with an aquarium for the observation of marine-life will gratify the community’s love for all things aquatic while bettering the environment through research.

The building itself, though still relatively new, has become an icon to the neighborhood in which it resides so whatever the building is, it should enhance and reflect the overall culture that is Sarasota.

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...IN ITS IMMEDIATE AND GENERAL CONTEXT

The Sarasota Herald-Tribune building is situated on the east side of the Sarasota Bay and is approximately 0.6 miles from the Bay. Mote Marine Laboratory will be the client of our facility and serve as a support facility to our project. Mote’s central facility is located directly across the Bay and is just 4.5 miles driving distance from the prospect site. Mote has many facilities located throughout the city and state and our site will be one of their branch facilities.

Sarasota is a city with a very strong sea culture; the city pays much attention to the rehabilitation of turtles and manatees and the conservation and restoration of aquatic ecosystems. The primary functions of our space are to serve as an aquarium, research center, and educational facility all with the purpose to educate the community on the conservation and preservation of marine life and their ecosystems.

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BUILDING PAST & PRESENT

1925The Sarasota Herald-Tribune was founded. It was originally named the Sarasota Herald. The original headquarters was on Oak Street in Sarasota (‘Sarasota herald building’, n.d.).

Architect Bernando Fort-Brescia along with the client, The New York Times, and a team from Arquitectonica (responsible for the building design) began the discussion for the current Sarasota Herald-Tribune Headquarters. The current headquarters is located in the heart of Downtown Sarasota (‘Sarasota Herald-Tribune headquarters’, 2012).

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Bernardo Fort-Brescia had a vision for the building that would come to fruition in the coming years. He had six principles that he wished to implement into the design:• An inviting space• Promote collaboration• A reflection of the environment• Reflect the company’s culture• A celebration of city’s heritage• A space where the media can converge

(‘Sarasota Herald-Tribune headquarters’, 2012)

2003 FIGURE 19BUILDING MODEL

FIGURE 18SARASOTA HERALD TRIBUNE

FIGURE 17ORIGINAL TRIBUNE BUILDING

The building was completed under the supervision of Turner Construction of Orlando. The Sarasota Herald-Tribune moved in, the building is only slightly larger than their old headquarters.

When the building was envisioned, Bernando thought of the roof as a “fifth facade.” Not only does the over-hanging roof provide something interesting for high-rises to look at but it also serves to drain rain water down to the ground and helps with sunlight penetration (‘Sarasota Herald-Tribune headquarters’, 2012).

2006

The old headquarters was added to the National Register of Historic Places and is now the site of Sarasota Woen’s Exchange (‘Sarasota herald building’, n.d.).

2010

The building will become a public research facility that has aquariums for the public to come and enjoy. The goal is to teach the public about marine-life and conservation.

FIGURE 19BUILDING MODEL

FIGURE 20CONSTRUCTION

FIGURE 21CONSTRUCTION

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EXTERIOR FEATURES

WEST VIEWFIGURE 23

SOUTH VIEWFIGURE 22

The picture above shows the south view from the building where we have the most traffic passing through/close by the building

*THE NUMBERS FOR THE VIEWS REFERENCE FIGURE NUMBERS

EAST VIEWFIGURE 25

NORTH VIEWFIGURE 24

WEST VIEWFIGURE 23

The image to the right shows us the east side of the building where there are a few houses surrounding the building.

The image to the left is showing the west side of the building and that there is a presence of vegetation. There is a 10-story building on the side of the building that can obstruct views to outside from the building’s interior

The image to the left shows us the north view from the building and it indicates that we have vegetation around the building

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SPECIAL FEATURESBUILDING SIDEFIGURE 26

BUILDING FRONTFIGURE 27


INTERIOR LOBBYFIGURE 29

TERRACEFIGURE 28

This is the lobby of the building, pictured to the right, where all 3 stories can be seen. It can be observed that it is really spacious and well-lit.

The image above is the terrace on the last (third) floor where patrons can take a break from the interior environment. It overlooks the lively Main Street.

The image to the top left shows the side of the building where the contours of the roof can be appreciated. Also, you can appreciate the facades of the building which are composed entirely of curtain walls.

The image to the bottom left shows the entrance of the building from Main Street. You can see the immersive and monumental presence of the building with the surrounding.

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INTERIOR FEATURESCENTRAL STAIRCASEFIGURE 30

The staircase is the strongest interior architectural feature in the place. It functions as a connector between second and third floors. It can be used as a form of circulation instead of the elevator.


VIEWS TO THE OUTSIDEFIGURE 33

CORNER CONFERENCE ROOMFIGURE 32

VIEW OF THE OPEN PLANFIGURE 31

The open plan of the interiors allows freedom in the future design.

The picture below shows a corner space with views of the outside and a lot of daylight coming in into the space allowing us to save energy.

The spaces offers a lot of natural lighting and a lot of views of the vegetation. The contour of the ceilings allow us to address it with cool design ideas.

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WHY IS THIS CONSIDERED A SUPPORT FACILITY?Mote’s main site is located on City Island in Sarasota just west of Sarasota Bay. This base site is the site that is open to the public and it includes research labs, educational classrooms, and an aquarium. The aquarium here serves as an attraction that brings local residents as well as tourists from afar into this city whose sea culture is prevalent throughout. Since the public only has access to the aquarium, there is a sense of ambiguity in what Mote is all about. Through extensive research, it becomes established that Mote’s main priority is the research that goes into the preservation and welfare of aquatic life. With this new proposal for a support site on the east side of Sarasota Bay in the center of Downtown, we aim to create a research facility that is not open to the public but exposes them to the impactful research that makes up Mote as an organization.

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DOCUMENTATION& SUSTAINABILITY ANALYSIS

SITE

DOCUMENTATION& SUSTAINABILITY ANALYSIS

SITE

This chapter is an investigation of the site and area surrounding the designated building. Through research and documentation of political, economical, architectural and cultural features of Sarasota, Florida, it has been discovered that there are various aspects that will help inform the future design. With the discovery of these features, it has been concluded that sustainability is an important part of the area. The chapter also discusses the sustainable features that the building already possesses and the features that will be implemented in the proposed design.

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POLITICS OF SARASOTA

Joe Farrell , pictured to the right was one of the first and most recognized Sarasota architects. He started his work in 1960 and now at the age of 84, he is helping and giving advice to new architects in the construction of the new Sarasota. He claims that “THERE HAS ALWAYS BEEN A NARROW AUDIENCE FOR MODERNISM, BUT IN SARASOTA THERE IS A STRONG AUDIENCE” (p, 2). He also explains that the current movement of architecture in Sarasota is centered on Philip Hiss (Lewis, 2015).

Hiss was a designer at first, then a photographer, entrepreneur, and diplomat second. He was on the board of trustees of the New College in Sarasota, and chairman of the Sarasota School Board. He was hired to design a significant amount of projects in the area. The architecture of Sarasota has been a reflection of their styles ( Farrell and Hiss) and they still embrace this architecture. As of today, most politicians or philanthropists support MODERN ARCHITECTURE versus contemporary architecture (Lewis, 2015).

CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE

PHILIP HISS HOME

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CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE

The Center for Architecture in Sarasota is a BEAUTIFUL, ICONIC, MID-CENTURY BUILDING THAT HAS A MISSION TO REANIMATE THE LOCAL ARCHITECTURE SCENE. They want to approach the new architecture based on the COMMUNITY NEEDS and young students’ solutions to current problems. This center is striving to [preserve and further] the city’s great MODERN LEGACY with the INSPIRATION OF NEW AND UNBIASED MINDS from the politicians and local jurisdiction. For this, they are getting help from the University of Florida’s Architecture Program. (Lewis, 2015).

The majority of the current commissioners of Sarasota come from the south of the county. They claim that throughout the years, the FUNDS HAVE NOT BEEN EQUALLY DISTRIBUTED. Most of the funds generally go to the more affluent part of the county, which is the north (where the Herald-Tribune is located), but recently they are looking to even out the funds with roads, parks, public safety, utilities and libraries equally around the entire county. (Wallace, 2015)

Sarasota County Commissioner Shannon Staub and former County Administrator Jim Ley understood that there was a necessity for a future plan. This plan includes:

• Preserving and strengthening existing communities

• Providing for a variety of land uses and lifestyles to support residents of diverse ages, incomes, and family sizes, including housing that is affordable to residents at or below the median income for Sarasota County

• Preserving environmental systems • Directing population growth away from

floodplains • Avoiding Urban Sprawl • Reducing automobile trips • Creating efficiency in planning and

provision of infrastructure • Providing County central utilities • Conserving water and energy • Allocating development costs

appropriately • Preserving rural character, including

opportunities for agriculture • Balancing jobs with housing• Controlling growth at the tax payers

expense (Ruppel, 2013)

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Sarasota County is one of the most affluent counties in Florida. Many retirees are looking to buy a house in Sarasota primarily because of its great location, its scenic beaches, and the unique entertainment. The median household income for 5 of the richest neighborhoods in Sarasota is $100,000; the median household income in Longboat Key, pictured above, is $123,000 (Anderson, 2011).

LONGBOAT KEY AERIAL VIEWFIGURE 37

WATERFRONT HOME LONGBOAT KEY HOME

WATERFRONT HOME LONGBOAT KEY HOME

Sarasota also has one of the lowest household incomes with less than $19,400 in the Newtown neighborhood, pictured below. This is why politicians are starting to realize that the south end of Sarasota County is in need of new infrastructure, schools, parks, roads, etc. Politicians are aware that the funds of the county have to be better distributed and it has become a goal for the current board members (Anderson, 2011).

Properties in North Sarasota County can average up to 5 million dollars. From 2014 to 2015, there has been a 12% increase within a 12-month span in the request for luxury home permits. The European economic crisis is expected to get better and once it does, more homes are expected to be bought in Sarasota (Anderson, 2011).

POTENTIAL HOME BUYERS COME MAINLY FROM THE UNITED KINGDOM, CANADA AND NEW YORK

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It should not go without saying that much of the ARCHITECTURE IN SARASOTA IS VENETIAN INFLUENCED. The most apparent instance of this influence is at the mansion that belonged to notable circus king, John Ringling and his wife. They were inspired during their travels throughout Europe and wanted their home to be a reflection of the waterside palaces and hotels in Venice, Italy (‘History of Ca’ d’Zan’, n.d.).

1926 CÀ D’ZAN MANSION

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From the inception of the historic Ringling mansion, the CITY’S APPRECIATION FOR ITALIAN ART AND ARCHITECTURE GREW AT A SUBSTANTIAL RATE. Statues of David can be spotted throughout the city and on street signs; it has become the OFFICIAL SYMBOL OF THE CITY.

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Sarasota is a city known for its STRONG HISTORICAL VALUE so it is to no surprise that the architectural heritage in this culturally-grounded city is prevalent from the neighborhoods to commercial buildings like schools and law offices. A vast amount of Sarasota’s most preeminent architecture embodies the architectural style known as THE SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE PIONEERED BY RALPH TWITCHELL. Not to be mistaken for an actual architecture school, the name is synonymous with Sarasota Modern. This style came into fruition following the conclusion of World War II in 1939 AS A REFLECTION OF THE OPTIMISM THE NATION was looking towards following a trying era of warfare (Howey, Sorkin, & Wilson, 1997). Specific to Sarasota Modern is the ALTERATION OF MODERN ELEMENTS SUITED TO FIT THE SUB-TROPICAL CONDITIONS OF THIS COASTAL CITY. Some key elements to this architectural style include the USE OF GLASS TO CREATE A CONNECTION OF NATURE TO THE INTERIOR SPACE, protruding ceiling elements that mask the sun, and orienting the building appropriately so that it takes advantage of winds (Muldowney, 2009).SA

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Remaining true to Sarasota Modern is the Philip Hiss Studio. The geometry is particularly simplistic in form with a large rectangular mass sitting atop a smaller, yet similar mass which aids in giving the building a minimalist, floating appearance. As seen above, floor-to-ceiling windows are also included which create an honest linkage from the exterior into the interior of the building.

1953 THE PHILIP HISS STUDIO

The Sarasota Architectural Foundation was established in 2002 “to preserve or rehabilitate [Sarasota Modern’s] irreplaceable buildings and [demonstrate] its relevance to the contemporary built environment” (‘About’, n.d.). The Sarasota Herald-Tribune located in Downtown Sarasota is a more recent re-visitation of the indigenous architectural styling. Possibly, the two features that most effectively reflect Sarasota Modern are the FLOOR-TO-CEILING CURTAIN WINDOWS that create a transparent layer connecting the interior to the natural environment and the OVERHANGING ROOF that controls the level of sunlight that infiltrates the space.

2005 SARASOTA HERALD-TRIBUNE

PHILIP HISS STUDIO

SARASOTA HERALD-TRIBUNE

PRECEDENT STUDIESOF SARASOTA ARCHITECTURE

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2013 SKY HOUSE

Young architect Guy Peterson is renowned in Sarasota for keeping the modern architecture of Sarasota alive. The main idea of the construction of the Sky House is to create a simplistic structure that controls sunlight and views. The PERFORATIONS ON THE EXTERIOR WALLS ALLOW FOR THE FILTRATION OF LIGHT into the interior spaces without gaining views of the neighboring houses. The “shadowboxes” seen in the towering structure above block out the sun and rainwater to create unobstructed views to the outside. Peterson describes his use of white as bringing out the other colors in the environment; “IF YOU DO SOMETHING IN WHITE, YOU REFLECT NATURE. THE GREENS LOOK GREENER. THE BLUE SKIES LOOK BLUER” (Bubil, 2013).

SKY HOUSE

The design of the space should afford opportunities for occupants to FEEL CONNECTED WITH NATURE through the use of transparency and direct access to the exterior.

The INTERIOR SHOULD REFLECT THE ARCHITECTURAL STYLE OF THE EXTERIOR while providing a design that is understood and appreciated by the locals of the area.

The site and its interior should RESPOND TO THE SITE; the interior should be organized in a manner that TAKES ADVANTAGE OF THE VIEWS TO THE OUTSIDE and allowing the appropriate amount of light into the space at the appropriate times.

DESIGN GUIDANCE

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• Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week

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CHALK FESTIVALCHALK FESTIVAL

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YEARLY FESTIVALS • Sarasota Music Festival• Ringling International Arts Festival• Sarasota Chalk Festivals• Sarasota Film Festival (Arts and Cultural Alliance

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DESIGN GUIDANCEThe space should be a direct reflection of the historic and artistic character of the city.

Flexible spaces should be afforded to accommodate events that will take place on-site."Sarasota is a mecca for artists, musicians, writers

and patrons of the arts" (Smith, 2008)

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ARTISTIC VENUES

• Sarasota Ballet• Sarasota Opera• Asolo Repertory

Theatre• Florida Studio

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Company (Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County, 2015)

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The elevated structure of the building allows the wind to aerate the site with breezes coming in the morning and in the afternoon. From the chart, you can see that in the winter, the winds’ direction changes and it follows the design of the roof which resembles the rough, undulating waves of the ocean.

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Analyzing the solar diagrams help to begin thinking about the space planning of the interior space so that natural lighting can be taken advantage of. They also help to understand the window treatments that are the most appropriate. This is important in the case of this building since the façades are dominantly composed of glazing. The interior will gain the most heat from the mid-day to the afternoon and this because, in the morning, the building is covered by a 10-story building located to the southeast of the site.

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The abundance of trees on all sides of the site paired with the transparency of the building afford the user endless possibilities for rejuvenation. The fact that there is less vegetation on the south side of the site than there is on the north side allows for an enhanced view of the building’s front façade from the road for drivers and pedestrians alike.

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PEDESTRIAN PATTERNSAs seen in the diagram below, pedestrians are able to circumnavigate around the entire building through the use of sidewalks. Pedestrian routes are also present on surrounding blocks, making the pedestrian flow to the building more efficient and the site more approachable.

ENTRYSECONDARY PEDESTRIAN PATH

PRIMARY PEDESTRIAN PATHCOVERED LOBBY

TRAFFIC PATTERNSThe building is located in a great position for the general flow of traffic in the area as seen in the diagram above. The two primary entrances onto the site run parallel to Main Street (south end) which allows drivers direct access onto the site. There is also an additional entrance on the north end which will make for an easier and smoother flow of traffic on and off the site.

ENTRY

COVERED LOBBY

PARKING AREA

PRIMARY PATTERN

SECONDARY PATTERN

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The building is located in the dense area of Downtown Sarasota. Within a 1/2 mile walking distance, there are many diverse uses (churches, supermarkets, parks, daycares, restaurants, schools, pharmacies, etc.). Also, the area promotes alternative transportation. Buses run daily from 6 am - 7:30 pm.

DIVERSE USES & TRANSIT

DIVERSE USES(supermarkets, parks, restaurants, schools, etc.)

1/2 MILE WALKING DISTANCE

BUS STOPS

METRORAIL

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SARASOTA HERALD-TRIBUNE RENDERINGFIGURE 50

1/2 MILE WALKING DISTANCE

BUS STOPS

METRORAIL

BUILDING

REDUCE PARKING FOOTPRINT

POSSIBLE BICYCLE PARKING

POSSIBLE SHOWER AREA

In order to promote alternative transit, there needs to be a dedicated area for bicycle parking and a shower area for employees. Under the building, there is parking that can possibly be transformed into open space for the enjoyment of employees and visitors.

VEHICLE & BICYCLE PARKING

DYNAMIC ROOFThe building’s interesting roof provides a perfect opportunity for exploring renewable energy production by proposing photovoltaic panels.

The roof also manages rainwater. Rainwater is drained from the roof down internal drains located in the columns. Water is collected in an underground vault, treated and then distributed back to the city’s stormwater system. (Xululabs LLC, 2012)

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SARASOTA HERALD-TRIBUNE AERIALFIGURE 51

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SARASOTA HERALD-TRIBUNE INTERIOR THIRD FLOORFIGURE 52

SARASOTA HERALD-TRIBUNE SECOND FLOORFIGURE 53DAYLIGHTING & VIEWS

The building’s exterior is composed primarily of glazing which provides daylighting to the users. In order to maintain occupant comfort, their space needs to implement controllable shading devices, such as the image on the right. The third floor ceiling does not allow for shading devices to reach the ceiling so the implementation of light shelves helps in controlling the daylighting; Figure 54 shows how the interior architecture of the space utilizes the light shelf. The North, East and West sides have views of vegetation that is on the site which will provide users with a sense of rejuvenation.

ENERGY By proposing the use of LED lighting, it will help with optimizing the energy performance of the building. Energy consumption should be monitored closely in order to pinpoint problematic areas. The shading devices will also help with energy savings.

Signage regarding sustainable aspects of the space will help educate the visitors and users of the facility.

L E E DC E R T I F I E D

RESTROOM

A/C DUCT IN FLOORFIGURE 55INDOOR QUALITY

The building has raised flooring on the second and third floors, as shown in Figure 57; the A/C runs through the raised flooring which allows for more flexibility when redesigning the ceiling.

Proposing the use of low-emitting materials will ensure the comfort of the users and the animals that will occupy the space.

Spaces that will have a heavy traffic flow will need to have acoustical treatments to keep the decibels at a comfortable level for users and animals.

WATER USAGETo conserve water low flow fixtures will be implemented throughout the facility. Looking into converting the water vault below the building into a reservoir for greywater could possibly help reduce water consumption.

DESIGN GUIDANCE• The space should accommodate for heavier

flows of traffic at all entrances into the interior.

• Spaces that are utilized more should be placed on the west side of the building to take advantage of natural lighting and to minimize the need for artificial lighting and glare, and reduce heat gain.

• Users should have control of the amount of lighting that enters the space through the use of window treatments.

FIGURE 54

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DOCUMENTATIONCLIENT

DOCUMENTATIONCLIENT

This chapter will be an in-depth explanation of both the owners and users of the research facility. The intention is to develop user profiles in order to determine the demographics to make educated design decisions about functional and hierarchical needs. The information gathered will be analyzed and synthesized to produce a set of user requirements and design goals.

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MOTE LOGO

OWNER PROFILECLIENT:

MOTE MARINE LABORATORY SCALED MODEL

OWNER PROFILECLIENT:

The initial research facility was established in 1955 where it was a one room facility, up until 1988. With the passion and drive of Dr. Eugenie Clark, below, along with the philanthropy of Anne and William Vanderbilt and William R. Mote, Mote has grown to what it is today (Laboratory, 2015).

MOTE MARINE LABORATORY SCALED MODEL FIGURE 57

1955

DR. EUGENIE CLARKFIGURE 56

Mote opened the aquarium in order to showcase the research being conducted and to raise money for their cause (Laboratory, 2015).

1988

PRIORITIES

Conducting world-class research

Prosperity of research to next-generation

Transferring findings to improve society

Community outreach and services

1991Mote’s Education Center opens to hold scientific conferences (Laboratory, 2015)

2006Mote opened it’s aquaculture park. At the aquaculture park they produce and sell caviar. They also research techniques for the growth of marine and freshwater species (Laboratory, 2015).

2015Celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Mote. (Laboratory, 2015).

EDUCATION CENTER SCALED MODEL FIGURE 58

MISSION“The advancement of marine and environmental sciences through scientific research, education and public outreach, leading to new discoveries, revitalization and sustainability of oceans and greater public understanding of marine resources.” - Mote Marine Laboratory (Laboratory, 2015).

Mote is a non-profit organization that believes that through showcasing their research for the community, they can educate in order to affect change throughout the world. They believe in independence in order to strengthen the foundation for the future.

SARASOTA AERIAL VIEW FIGURE 59

“We are GUARDIANS OF THE SEA. . . and we believe that through EDUCATION AND OUTREACH we are going to make Mote’s mission possible throughout the world.” - Sofie Wachmeister

Mote’s Marketing Coordinator

DESIGN GUIDANCE• Unlike their main facility which does not offer much public access to

the research labs, this project should allocate more research areas versus aquarium and education area in order to maintain Mote’s Mission.

• Education should be integrated into the space, but they should also have designated areas to accommodate students.

• Research areas should have a sense of transparency in order to educate the community.

• The design should provide flexibility in order to promote future growth of Mote.

Mote relies on philanthropy and the community in order to maintain their independence and continue researching for tomorrow’s oceans. They are considered a “Rare Gem,” because unlike most aquariums, their main focus is conducting research (Laboratory, 2015).

CONSERVATION COLLABORATION CREATIVITY

SARASOTA AERIAL VIEW FIGURE 59

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USER PROFILESCLIENT:

USER PROFILESCLIENT:

ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCE

The administrative and finance department supports Mote by handling data entry, correspondence, filing, scheduling, accounting, reception areas, etc. This department takes care of the logistics, the overall coordination among all departments, the funding and economic development, visitor well-being, community outreach, and community relations.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

DESIGN GUIDANCE

FF&E REQUIREMENTS

• Computer• Printer• Fax• Desk• Storage• Paper Bin• Secure Money Storage

• Deliver a quality environment for the users, therefore enhancing job satisfaction and productivity among users.

• Create functional, efficient work spaces for users to achieve diverse duties in a variety of settings.

• The lighting should be appropriate for the different tasks performed. Staff should have control of lighting conditions.

• The acoustical properties should be addressed to allow privacy among offices.

• Staff should have temperature control and control of shading devices in offices

• Staff spaces should be efficiently placed adjacent to their department colleagues.

• Teaming and huddle areas should be provided along with break rooms and conference rooms.

• Color palette should encourage education and work productivity.

ACCOUNTING SCHEDULING

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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONThe husbandry department is concerned with the well-being of the aquarium by taking care of all the exhibitions and the animals including the training of the animals and understanding the physiological needs of each individual species. This department makes sure that all the equipment, mechanical components, and logistics of artificial life recreation are successful and meaningful.

HUSBANDRY

FF&E REQUIREMENTS• Computer• All-in-one printer• Desk• Chair• Storage• Paper Bin• Extra Counter

space• Cleaning Area• Adjustable task light• White-board• Phone

DESIGN GUIDANCE• The setting should provide and inspire a healthy

relationship between the animals and support the well-being of the animals.

• Provide a safe and healthy environment for users to express and enjoy their passion.

• The lighting should be appropriate for the different tasks performed. Users should have control of lighting conditions.

• The acoustical properties should be addressed to allow privacy among offices.

• Staff should have temperature control inside aquariums and offices and control of shading devices in offices.

• Staff should be efficiently placed adjacent to their department colleagues.

• Teaming and huddle areas should be provided along with break rooms and conference rooms.

• This department should have easy access to all the aquariums and their equipment.

MANAGING EXHIBITS MAINTAINING EQUIPMENT

FF&E REQUIREMENTS• Computer• All-In-One Printer• Desk• Chair• Storage• Paper Bin• Extra Counter Space• Nets• Aquarium Test Kits

• Adjustable Task Light• White-board• Phone• Storage Supplies• Hazardous Waste Bin• Task chair• Gravel Vacuum• Buckets• Quarantine Tanks

FEEDING ANIMALS TESTING WATER CHEMISTRY

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONThe research department understands animal behavior based on ecological pressures and environmental modifications. It understands the physiological needs of every animal and how they interact with others. They are also responsible for dissecting the causes for diseases, parasites, and viruses. They implement healing strategies and addresses biomimicry for human solutions.

RESEARCH

DESIGN GUIDANCE

FF&E REQUIREMENTS• Computer• All-In-One Printer• Desk• Chair• Storage• Paper Bin• Extra Counter Space• Cleaning Area

• Adjustable Task Light• White-board• Phone• Storage Supplies• Hazardous Waste Bin• Task chair

• Provide a flexible environment where users are able to perform a wide range of tasks safely and efficiently.

• Create a space where the design will respond to animal and user needs through the use of design elements.

• The setting should offer a sense of privacy where users feel free to perform the required task without feeling pressured.

• The lighting should be appropriate for the different tasks performed. Staff should have control of lighting conditions in offices and laboratories.

• The acoustical properties should be addressed to allow privacy among offices, unless working in an open work area.

• Staff should have temperature control and control of shading devices in offices and laboratories.

• Staff should be efficiently placed adjacent to their department colleagues.

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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONUSF’s Department of Marine Biology’s partnership with Mote brings a lot of students to the facilities. These students get partnered with one Senior Biologist or Senior Scientist to get hands-on experience in real labs and research facilities.

EDUCATION

FF&E REQUIREMENTS

DESIGN GUIDANCE

• Flexible Workspace• Screen• Computer• Storage for Equipment• Lockers

• Changing Room• Chairs• Storage• Emergency Shower

• Create settings that promote creativity and expression by the students.

• The environment should inspire a sense of connectedness as well as a sense of belonging to the space.

• Students should have access to charging stations and electrical outlets.

• Instructors should be able to control temperature in the classroom.

• Students should have easy access to the labs and the aquariums.

• The classroom settings should be flexible enough to accommodate for different activities.

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCES HOSTING SUMMER CAMPS

USER DESCRIPTIONThe visitors of Mote mostly consist of families. Mote attracts multi-generational crowds that keep coming back for the innovative exhibits that Mote has to offer. Visitors can be generalized as local people, snow birds that come down with their families for the winter months, and tourists.

VISITORS

DESIGN GUIDANCE

FF&E REQUIREMENTS• Seating• Tables• Interactive Zones• Charging Stations

• Lounge Seating• Disinfecting Stations• Vending Machines

• Provide a space that supports the learning process for the visitors by enhancing their experience into a memorable one.

• Provide a setting that creates interaction between visitors and animals as well as between visitors and the staff of Mote.

• Provide appropriate interactive spaces for the users.• Spaces should provide clear and adequate wayfinding

throughout the space.• The space should cater to non-English speaking visitors.• Different levels of privacy should be provided.• Provide flexible and comfortable seating areas that

promote interaction.• Understand the users’ needs and create spaces that

intellectually engage all demographics.• Provide enough variety and mystery to spark users’

curiosity.

ANIMAL INTERACTION FAMILY FUN

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NEEDS ASSESSMENTUSER DEFINE THE USERS

DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS

Culture / Ethnicity Most of the population is Anglo/White, with a lot of people who came to the city to retire. There are also a lot of snowbirds who come down during the months of winter. The majority of these people are from the Midwest of the country. Sarasota has a highly republican community.

Common ValuesMost of the people have a high respect for the community and support its well-being with either financial help or time.

Symbolic FormAn aquarium could be a getaway place, a place to relax and unwind. It can also be a place to be educated and learn about the animals, or simply a place for kids to have fun. The ambiance of the aquarium is for each designer to decide.

BELONGING & SELF-ESTEEM NEEDS (the individual user)

CULTURAL CONSIDERATIONS

Style (Architectural & Personal) ReferenceThe current architecture style of Sarasota is Mid-Modern.

Formal / Informal Requirements Based on Bureaucratic Control In this case, there is not a need for hierarchy. The company culture implies that all employees are equally important and that their only mission is to help the animals. Compartmentalization can exist among departments but hierarchy is not necessary.

SPACE REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT NEEDS

Task (Direct) RequirementsTasks that will take place will be reading, feeding the animals, touching and interacting with the animals, doing research in the labs, healing and monitoring the animals, eating and drinking.

Considerate possible glare on the fish tanks and computer screens. There should be adequate illumination to be able to see inside tanks to a level that does not disturb the animals. The correct color rendering index is needed for appropriate algae growth; black light might help with algae growth and creating more vivid colors.

Acoustical Needs/ToleranceCrucial for the well-being of the animals and a good visitor experience.

Special acoustical privacy needs in the private offices, research centers, bathrooms, hospital, and conference rooms.

Climate Control NeedsClimate control is important for the comfort of the users and the animals. Providing climate control in private and enclosed areas will create a more comfortable environment.

PHYSIOLOGICAL & PSYCHOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS

Environmental Challenge vs. Environmental ComfortThe comfort of the animals is a major concern. We do not want to cause any type of stress to the animal. Comfort of the animals, the visitors, and the staff. should be achieved.

Accessibility Afford enough room for the movement of wheelchairs and strollers.

Visual ImpairmentPeople that are visually impaired can use the help of audio tours and screens to understand the information better.

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& OBJECTIVESDESIGN GOALS

to create a facility that is transparent in their research and nurtures a symbiotic relationship between human and marine life .

PROJECT MISSION

& OBJECTIVESDESIGN GOALS

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The environment should promote and motivate the users to learn about marine life and ecosystems through cognitive processes. The direct exposure to physical research and the intent behind the research will in turn, educate the community on the problems that exist and how to benefit the welfare of these animals.

Create an environment that affords interdisciplinary relationships between the different departments in the facility. The design should offer a healthy environment for the user to enhance productivity.

ORGANIZATIONAL GOALS

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LS • The interior should take advantage of as much space as possible while maintaining the essentials to function efficiently

• The materials used should be long-lasting and resilient of the highest quality; they should be durable enough to withstand heavy traffic and extensive use

• The interior should take advantage of the floor-to-floor glazing to minimize the need for artificial lighting thus saving on energy costs

• Minimize resource use• There should be a waste management plan to

dispose of the chemicals that are used in the laboratories

• The project should be changed to keep-up with the technological advancements of the time

• There should be space allocated within the building (outside the scope of this project) to allow for expansion

• The interior design of the space should last at least 15 years without the need for renovations

• The functions of the space should evolve to reflect the [changing] mission of Mote

TIMEECONOMY

• Provide a designated area for educational operations to take place such as seminars, camps for students, and continuing education programs

• Provide a space that is flexible enough to accommodate for special events such as fund-raisers, film viewings, and other community outreach occasions

• Be able to accommodate lab stations for each researcher• Provide healthy and adequate spaces/settings for the animals• Provide designated spaces where there is interaction between

the visitors and the animals• Provide interactional spaces while integrating the latest

technological trends• The provision of a transparent research area will create an

unconventional and memorable experience for the users• The communication between visitors and the researchers will

enhance the user experience and education• The interaction with the animals create a natural bond between

the human and marine species

• The desired look of the interior space should be clean, energetic, timeless, and respond to the post-modern architecture of the building as well as the regional style of the city

• The interior should take advantage of the floor-to-floor glazing to provide quality views of the exterior

• The space should evoke feelings of engagement, fun, stimulation, and absoluteness in both the staff of the facility as well as the visitors

FORM

FUNCTION

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ANALYSISQUANTITATIVE

ANALYSISQUANTITATIVE

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OCCUPANCY LOAD

FLORIDA BUILDINGCODE NET

FLORIDA BUILDINGCODE GROSS



TOTAL OCCUPANTS 512 TOTAL SQ. FT. (NET) 5,972 TOTAL SQ. FT. 12,916

TOTAL AVAILABLE SQ. FT. 2,084

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DEPARTMENT ROOM | AREA NAME | POSITION NO. OFOCCUPANTS EFFICIENCY FACTOR

INDIVIDUAL TOTAL

NO. OF ROOMS GROSS TOTAL SQ. FT. NOTES





Receptionist 1 0.75 75 100 75 100 1 100

Cashier 2 0.75 75 100 150 200 1 200

Waiting Area/Event Space Visitors 50 0.83 5 6 250 301 1 301

Restrooms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Included in Lobby Gross

Business Manager 1 0.75 75 100 75 50 1 50

Guests 2 0.75 75 100 150 100 1 100

Instructor 1

Students 20

Instructor 1

Students 10

Breakroom Students 50 0.66 15 23 750 1136 1 1136

Restrooms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Included in Education Gross

Biologists 3

Scientists 3

Chemists 3

Researcher 3 0.55 55 100 165 300 2 600

Biologists 3 0.53 53 100 159 300 2 600

Scientists 3

Chemists 3

Researcher 3

Offices All Research Staff 2 0.75 75 100 150 200 12 2400

Breakroom All Research Staff 30 0.66 15 23 450 682 1 682

Restrooms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Included in Research Gross

Aquarium Biologist 4 0.65 5 8 20 31 1 31

Senior Aquarium Biologists 1 0.65 5 8 5 8 1 8

Animal Care Techician 3 0.65 5 8 15 23 1 23

Volunteer 10 0.65 5 8 50 77 1 77

Visitors 300 0.65 5 8 1500 2308 1 2308

Restrooms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Included in Exhibit Area Gross

DEPARTMENT ROOM | AREA NAME | POSITION NO. OFOCCUPANTS EFFICIENCY FACTOR

INDIVIDUAL TOTAL

NO. OF ROOMS GROSS TOTAL SQ. FT. NOTES

LOBBYReception

ADMINISTRATIONBusiness Manager Office

EDUCATION

Classrooms 0.6 20 33 420 700 2 1400

Simulation Lab 0.56 56 100 616 1100 1 1100

RESEARCH

Laboratory: Wet & Dry0.55 55 100 495 900 1 900

Laboratory: Wet0.53 53 100 477 900 1 900

AQUARIUM Exhibit Area

SPACE PROGRAMMING

TOTAL NETSQ. FT. (PROPOSED) 8,292

CIRCULATION(PROPOSED) 5,075 38%

TOTALSQ. FT. AVAILABLE 13,367

DEPARTMENT ROOM |AREA NAME | POSITION NO. OFOCCUPANTS

NET SQ. FT. PERPERSON TOTAL NET SQ. FT. APPROXIMATE

SQ. ROOT

Receptionist 1 75 75 9Cashier 2 75 150 12

Waiting Area Visitors 100 5 500 22Restrooms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Business Manager Office Business Manager 1 75 9Business Manager Office Guests 2 150 12

Instructor 2Students 40

Instructor 1Students 10

Breakroom Students 50 15 750 27Restrooms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Biologists 3Scientists 3Chemists 3

Researcher 3 55 165 13Biologists 3 53 159 13Scientists 3Chemists 3

Researcher 3Offices All Research Staff 24 75 1800 42

Breakroom All Research Staff 30 15 450 21Restrooms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Aquarium Biologist 4 5 20 4Senior Aquarium Biologists 1 5 5 2

Animal Care Techician 3 5 15 4Volunteer 10 5 50 7

Visitors 300 5 1500 39Restrooms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

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DEPARTMENT ROOM |AREA NAME | POSITION NO. OFOCCUPANTS

NET SQ. FT. PERPERSON TOTAL NET SQ. FT. APPROXIMATE

SQ. ROOT

LOBBYReception

ADMINISTRATION 75

EDUCATION

Classrooms 20 840 29

Simulation Lab 56 616 25

RESEARCH

Laboratory: Wet & Dry55 495 9

Laboratory: Wet53 477 22

AQUARIUM Exhibit Area

CRITERIA MATRIX

DEPARTMENT ROOM | AREA ACTIVITIES ADJACENCIES EQUIPMENT ELECTRONIC REQ. FURNITUREREQ. THERMAL REQ. ACOUSTICAL REQ. LIGHTING REQ. COLOR REQ. MATERIALS/

FINISHES MECH. REQ. SECURITY REQ. PLUMBING REQ. DOORS/WINDOWS

Restrooms N/Aadjacent

among officesand meeting

areas

toilet, urinals,lavatory, soap

dispenser, papertowel, trash unit,

address bathroomsfor kids comfort

duplex outlets (GFI wherenecessary), data outlets,

cable connectionN/A N/A acoustically private 5 FC recommended N/A

tile COP >0.6,washable

materials, avoidcorners

N/A chase wall N/A

AQUARIUM

Exhibit Area

guests can enjoyand underwater

experience, as wellas, participate indifferent events

that Moteorganizes

throughout theyear,

entertainment forall age groups

exhibits are tobe adjacent to

each other.close to the

research labs,public

entertainmentspaces,

reception,parking lot

exhibit, cleaning,and mechanical

equipment, waterfiltration and

treatment,interactive

technology, ceilingspeakers, charging

stations


cable connection

seatingarrangementsthroughout the

space,auditorium

seating,interactive

tables, storagefor tanks

maintenance

thermostat tobe controlledby someone in

charge

public, aquarium tobe acousticallytreated. Use of

sound masking to beconsidered, refer toFFWS, NIMS, NMFS,

ASDA

depends ondesigner's conceptfor the space, >5

recommendedN/A

acousticalmaterials, easy

to cleansurfaces, tile

COF >0.6,impermeableand washable,

water-resistantmaterials A/C supply and

return,sprinklers, fire

alarm, Wi-Fi

secure dooraccess, security

cameras

drinking waterfountains,

drainage andwater supply for

all the tanks

security door



Restrooms N/A

adjacentamong each

other. Providefor kids use ifclose to a kids'

classroom

toilet, urinal,lavatory, soap

dispenser, papertowel, trash unit,electric soap and

paper toweldispenser ispreferred


cable connectionN/A N/A acoustically private 5 FC recommended



N/A chase wall N/A

Offices

organizeschedules, pick up

and release ofanimals, logistics of

the labs, recordkeeping

adjacentamong each

other, close tothe wet and dry

labs, close tothe meeting

areas

filing storage,record keeping

storage, paper bin,fax, telephone,

computer


cable connection

office desk,credenza,

meeting point.

Individualcontrol

preferred onthermostat and

windowtreatments

acoustically private50 FC, minimize

shadows, providetask lighting

acousticalmaterials secure access N/A N/A

Break Roomplace for having

lunch and/orregaining focus

adjacentamong each

other, close tothe wet/dry

labs, outside orview of nature

is preferred

multimediaentertainment,refrigerator,

vending machines,microwave,

dishwasher, coffeemaker, ice maker,ceiling speakers,

TV


cable connection

lunch tablesand

appropriateseating,

kitchenettecounter, lockerstorage TBD by

design


charge

semi-public, breakroom to be

acoustically treated.Use of soundmasking to be

considered

10 FC, accentarchitecturalopportunities.

acousticalmaterials N/A

sink, dishwasher,ice maker, chase

wallN/A



areas

toilet, urinal,lavatory, papertowel, trash unit,electric soap and



cable connectionN/A N/A N/A 5 FC recommended

tile COF >0.6,washable

materials, avoidsharp cornerswhere dirt can

accumulate

N/A chase wall N/A

RESEARCH

Laboratory: Wet & Dry

research on how tobetter marine

animal lifeinteraction with live

animals, animalfood prep,

medication prep,quarantine zone,

documentresearch results,analyze research

departmentrooms to be

adjacentamong eachother, labs

should be closeto shower

rooms, cleaningrooms, and the

aquarium space

extra storage forlab equipment,

industrialrefrigerator for

animal foodstorage, computer,

lab equipment(weight scales,

microscopes, etc),charging stations,

task lighting,printer, fax,

scanner


cable connection

task chairs,desks (counter

heightpreferred),extra safe

storage forchemicals,

whiteboard,filing storage,

record keepingstorage

individual labcontrol, to

comply withFFWS, NIMS,NMFS, ASDA

acousticallysemi-private

100 FC, minimizeshadows, provide

task lighting. refer toFFWS, NIMS, NMFS,

ASDA

branding colors(white and blue)



COF >0.6,impermeableand washable

materials

A/C supply andreturn,

sprinklers, firealarm, Wi-Fi

secure storage,secure door

access, securitycameras,

emergency phone

N/A

door withreinforced glass

windowappropriate topass equipment

Laboratory: Wet

research on how tobetter marine life,

interaction withanimals, animal

food prep,medication prep,quarantine zone





aquarium space


industrial fridge foranimal food

storage, computer,lab equipment(weight scales,

microscopes, etc),chargings stations,

task lighting


cable connection











ASDA




water-resistantmaterials

AQUARIUMExhibit Area





research labs,



treatment,duplex outlets (GFI wherenecessary), data outlets,

cable connection


space,auditorium


charge


sound masking to beconsidered, refer to


recommendedN/A



COF >0.6,A/C supply and


alarm, Wi-Fi


cameras



all the tanks

security door



Restrooms N/A

adjacentamong each


classroom








N/A chase wall N/A

Offices




adjacentamong each



areas



computer


cable connection


meeting point.

Individualcontrol


windowtreatments






adjacentamong each



is preferred




TV


cable connection

lunch tablesand

appropriateseating,


design


charge



considered




wallN/A



areas







accumulate

N/A chase wall N/A

RESEARCH











aquarium space







scanner


cable connection











ASDA





materials





emergency phone

N/A



Laboratory: Wet








aquarium space





task lighting


cable connection











ASDA










research labs,




cable connection


space,auditorium


charge




recommendedN/A





alarm, Wi-Fi


cameras



all the tanks

security door



Waiting Area reading, watchingTV, filling out forms

reading material,televisions, ceiling

speakers, Wi-Fi

duplex outlets, dataoutlets, cable connection,

cell phone chargingstations

lounge chairs,coffee tables,

magazine rack,coffee bar

temperature tobe controlled

by thereceptionist or

someone incharge.

10 FC, accentarchitecturalopportunities

acousticalmaterials security cameras N/A N/A

Restrooms N/A



hand dryer

electric soap and papertowel dispenser is

preferredvanity with ADA

compliance N/A acoustically private 5 FC recommended tile COF>0.6 N/A chase wall N/A

Breakroomstudent hangout

and lunch area forbreak between

classes


adjacentamong each

other. close tothe classrooms,meeting areas,outside view is

preferred




TV, Wi-Fi


cable connection

lunch tablesand

appropriateseating,

kitchenettecounter, lockerlocation option,coffee counter


charge

semi public, breakroom to be


considered


acousticalmaterials (i.e.

carpet,draperies,

fabrics, etc)

motion sensorssink, dishwasher,ice maker, chase

wallN/A

LOBBY

Reception

welcoming visitors,issues visitor

badges, clericalduties, schedules

meetingsclose to

administrativeoffices, support

areas, andmeeting rooms.Access for thegeneral public

office suppliesstorage, fax,

printer, telephone,computer, Wi-Fi


telephone jacks

reception desk,task chair,

extra storage

Individualcontrol


windowtreatments

semi-public,reception to be


considered.

10 FC, provide withtask and accent

lighting

branding colors(blue and white)

N/A


sprinklers, firealarm

security cameras,secured entrancedoor, emergency

telephoneconnection

N/A access gate door

ADMINISTRATIONBusiness Manager

Office

clerical functions,preparing payroll

and financialobjectives,

recruiting andtraining employees

adjacent toadministrativestaff, close tothe supportareas and

meeting rooms

filing storage,secure safe box,fax, telephone,

computer, paperbin, Wi-Fi



office desk,task chair,credenza,

meeting pointwith 2 guestchairs and

coffee table

Individualcontrol


windowtreatments





carpet and ACT)



secure storage N/A N/A

EDUCATION

Classrooms

training andseminars, childrensummer classes,

volunteereducation and

continuingeducation


adjacentamong each

other, close toresearch labs,and meeting

rooms

white board,recycle garbage

bin, storage, handcleaning station,

computer,projector or TV,speakers, Wi-Fi,

printer, telephone,scanner

duplex outlets (GFI ifnecessary), data outlets,

cable connection, cellphone charging stations

student desk,task chairs,

professor deskand task chair,

ADA desk,student chairs

Individualclassroom

controlprefered on

thermostat andwindow

treatments

acoustically private30 FC, minimizeshadows and

provide task lightingfor prof desks



carpet and ACT)


sprinklers, firealarm, exit signs


access, securitycameras

faucets andlavatories TBD by

design


window

Simulation Lab

teaching classes ina realistic lab

approach. handson experience and

active learning


adjacentamong eachother. dept.close to the

research labs,the animals, and

cleaningstations

faucet embeddedinto the bench

desks (at least 1sink per every 2

students) fax,telephone,computer,

projector or TV,printer, telephone,

scanner, tasklighting, automaticsoap and sanitary

dispenser


cable connection,printers, scanners

lab bench desk,adjustable task

chairs, ADAbench,

professor desk,library storage






materials

bench tables withfaucets and

lavatory







Waiting Area reading, watchingTV, filling out forms

reading material,televisions, ceiling

speakers, Wi-Fi



lounge chairs,coffee tables,

magazine rack,coffee bar

temperature tobe controlled

by thereceptionist or

someone incharge.

10 FC, accentarchitecturalopportunities

acousticalmaterials security cameras N/A N/A

Restrooms N/A



hand dryer

electric soap and papertowel dispenser is

preferredvanity with ADA

compliance N/A acoustically private 5 FC recommended tile COF>0.6 N/A chase wall N/A

Breakroomstudent hangout

and lunch area forbreak between

classes


adjacentamong each

other. close tothe classrooms,meeting areas,outside view is

preferred




TV, Wi-Fi


cable connection

lunch tablesand

appropriateseating,

kitchenettecounter, lockerlocation option,coffee counter


charge

semi public, breakroom to be


considered



carpet,draperies,

fabrics, etc)

motion sensorssink, dishwasher,ice maker, chase

wallN/A

LOBBY

Reception

welcoming visitors,issues visitor

badges, clericalduties, schedules

meetingsclose to

administrativeoffices, support

areas, andmeeting rooms.Access for thegeneral public

office suppliesstorage, fax,

printer, telephone,computer, Wi-Fi


telephone jacks

reception desk,task chair,

extra storage

Individualcontrol


windowtreatments

semi-public,reception to be


considered.

10 FC, provide withtask and accent

lighting


N/A



security cameras,secured entrancedoor, emergency

telephoneconnection

N/A access gate door

ADMINISTRATIONBusiness Manager

Office

clerical functions,preparing payroll

and financialobjectives,

recruiting andtraining employees

adjacent toadministrativestaff, close tothe supportareas and

meeting rooms

filing storage,secure safe box,fax, telephone,

computer, paperbin, Wi-Fi



office desk,task chair,credenza,

meeting pointwith 2 guestchairs and

coffee table

Individualcontrol


windowtreatments





carpet and ACT)



secure storage N/A N/A

EDUCATION

Classrooms

training andseminars, childrensummer classes,

volunteereducation and

continuingeducation


adjacentamong each

other, close toresearch labs,and meeting

rooms

white board,recycle garbage

bin, storage, handcleaning station,

computer,projector or TV,speakers, Wi-Fi,

printer, telephone,scanner

duplex outlets (GFI ifnecessary), data outlets,

cable connection, cellphone charging stations

student desk,task chairs,

professor deskand task chair,

ADA desk,student chairs

Individualclassroom

controlprefered on

thermostat andwindow

treatments

acoustically private30 FC, minimizeshadows and

provide task lightingfor prof desks



carpet and ACT)


sprinklers, firealarm, exit signs


access, securitycameras

faucets andlavatories TBD by

design


window

Simulation Lab

teaching classes ina realistic lab

approach. handson experience and

active learning


adjacentamong eachother. dept.close to the

research labs,the animals, and

cleaningstations

faucet embeddedinto the bench

desks (at least 1sink per every 2

students) fax,telephone,computer,

projector or TV,printer, telephone,

scanner, tasklighting, automaticsoap and sanitary

dispenser


cable connection,printers, scanners

lab bench desk,adjustable task

chairs, ADAbench,

professor desk,library storage






materials

bench tables withfaucets and

lavatory







Restrooms N/A

adjacentamong each


classroom








N/A chase wall N/A

Offices




adjacentamong each



areas



computer


cable connection


meeting point.

Individualcontrol


windowtreatments






adjacentamong each



is preferred




TV


cable connection

lunch tablesand

appropriateseating,


design


charge



considered




wallN/A



areas







accumulate

N/A chase wall N/A

RESEARCH










rooms, cleaningrooms, and theaquarium space







scanner


cable connection











ASDA





materials





emergency phone

N/A



Laboratory: Wet







rooms, cleaningrooms, and theaquarium space





task lighting


cable connection











ASDA










research labs,




cable connection


space,auditorium


charge




recommendedN/A





alarm, Wi-Fi


cameras



all the tanks

security door



Restrooms N/A

adjacentamong each


classroom








N/A chase wall N/A

Offices




adjacentamong each



areas



computer


cable connection


meeting point.

Individualcontrol


windowtreatments






adjacentamong each



is preferred




TV


cable connection

lunch tablesand

appropriateseating,


design


charge



considered




wallN/A



areas







accumulate

N/A chase wall N/A

RESEARCH











aquarium space







scanner


cable connection











ASDA





materials





emergency phone

N/A



Laboratory: Wet








aquarium space





task lighting


cable connection











ASDA










research labs,




cable connection


space,auditorium


charge




recommendedN/A





alarm, Wi-Fi


cameras



all the tanks

security door



Restrooms N/A

adjacentamong each


classroom








N/A chase wall N/A

Offices




adjacentamong each



areas



computer


cable connection


meeting point.

Individualcontrol


windowtreatments






adjacentamong each



is preferred




TV


cable connection

lunch tablesand

appropriateseating,


design


charge



considered




wallN/A



areas







accumulate

N/A chase wall N/A

RESEARCH











aquarium space







scanner


cable connection











ASDA





materials





emergency phone

N/A



Laboratory: Wet








aquarium space





task lighting


cable connection











ASDA










research labs,




cable connection


space,auditorium


charge




recommendedN/A





alarm, Wi-Fi


cameras



all the tanks

security door

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OVERALL ADJACENCY

ADJACENCY DIAGRAMS

RESEARCH & AQUARIUM ADJACENCY

EDUCATION ADJACENCY

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CODE SEARCH

CODE SEARCH

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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TYPE AND OCCUPANCY What is the construction type? Type I & II

What is the occupancy classification for the uses in your program? Assembly Group A-3 Educational Group E Business Group B

What is the occupancy load per floor? (we will be using one floor) 1 = Floor Area (Sq. Ft.) ÷ LOAD FACTOR (from table) Assembly = 2446 ÷ 15= 163 Education = 3636 ÷ 20 = 181 Business = 6081 ÷ 100 =60

Is your building equipped with an automatic sprinkler system? Yes.

EGRESSWhat is the minimum number of exits from the different spaces in your project? 2

What, then, is the maximum common path of travel distance for your building? 75 Feet without sprinklers 100 Feet with sprinklers

What is the maximum total travel distance to an exit for your building? 200 to 300 feet

What is the minimum number of exits for each floor? 2

Using the diagonal rule, what is the minimum distance between exits? 111 Feet exit to stair 210 Feet exit to exit

What is the minimum exit corridor ceiling height? 90”

What are the requirements for a smoke enclosure? Must be connected to an alarm system and mounted 6” – 12” from ceiling

Exit access corridor partitions? 2HRExit enclosures? 3HR

MINIMUM FIRE RATINGS

What is the maximum width for an exit door (leaf)? 4’

What are the threshold requirements for doors? Maximum threshold height: 3/4” Height for sliding door serving dwelling units

1/2” Height for other doors

What are the door swing requirements for exits and exit corridors?- Swing and at maximum opening protrusion? Door swings in a means of egress should leave of the required width of an aisle unobstructed and/or a maximum protrusion of 7”

What is minimum exit door size? The minimum exit door size needs to be 36”wide (32” clearance) and 80” height minimum

DOORSWhat is the project’s minimum width for level exit access corridor? (.2” Times occupant load) Assembly 24.45” Education 27.15” Business 9”

What is the project’s width for vertical exit path? Assembly 32.6” Education 36.2” Business 12”

What is the project’s minimum width for level exit access corridor? (FBC) 3’-6”

What is the project’s width for vertical exit path? (FBC) 44”

What is the maximum length for a dead-end corridor (sprinkler or non-sprinkler)? Maximum length for a dead-end corridor is : 20’ (Non-sprinkler) 50’ (Sprinkler)

Where should you locate emergency lighting for your project? Emergency lighting should be located in corridors, at all exits, in all offices and other rooms, in the lobby, in open work areas, bathrooms and exit stairways.Where should you place exit signage for your project? No more than 100’ between them and/or the exit. Whenever there in a change in direction along the circulation path

What is the minimum exit sign illumination level? 5 Footcandles

Where are the spacing and location requirements for sprinkler heads?Maximum spacing between sprinklers heads 12’ – 15’Maximum distance from wall 7.5’Minimum from sprinkler head to partition 4”

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STAIRS

What is the minimum headroom for a stairway? 80” Minimum clearance

What is the maximum allowable height between landings? 12’

What is the minimum landing requirement for a staircase with a straight run? 44”

What are the minimum and maximum riser heights for a riser in a commercial project? Minimum 4” Maximum 7”

What is the minimum tread length in a commercial project? Minimum 11”

What is the formula for determining the riser/tread relationship? Riser (r)+ tread (t) = 17 inches minimum, or 18 inches maximum

HANDRAILS

What is the required handrail extension for a commercial stairway:Top of stairway? 12”Bottom of stairway? Continue to slope for the depth of one tread beyond the bottom

What is the required stairway handrail height? 34”— 38”

What is the minimum guardrail height? 42”

What are the requirements for maximum openings in handrails? 4” Diameter

What are the requirements for handrails in relationship to wall surface? Clear space of 1 ” between handrail and wall

Is a guardrail required along with a handrail for stairways? Yes, along the open side of stairs

RAMPS

What is the minimum ramp width? 36” What are the requirements related to ramp landings? Width: 36” minimum and at least as wide as the ramp adjoining the landing Length: 60” minimum Doors that open into a ramp landing shall not reduce the clearance to less than 42”

What is the maximum slope for a ramp? Slope cannot exceed 1 unit vertical to 12 units horizontal (1 : 12)

What is the recommended slope for a ramp? (1 : 18) 5 % for egress

In a building equipped with sprinklers, what is the interior finish maximum flame spread index for enclosed vertical exits? Class C 76-200

In a building equipped with sprinklers, what is the interior finish maximum flame spread index for other exit-ways? Class C 76-200

What areas of your project will require compartmentalization? What are the fire rated assemblies that separate them? None

FINISHES

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*all images acquired from Florida Building Code - 5th Edition

COMPLIANCE ORGANIZATIONS

• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)• American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)• Underwriters Laboratory (UL)

FLOORING FINISHES

METHENAMINE PILL TESTASTM D2859 (textile floor covering materials) must passCPSC 16 CFR, PART 1630 (carpets and rugs) must pass

FLOORING RADIANT PANEL TESTASTM E648 must passNFPA 253 must passCRF for not less than 0.22 W/ cm2

SLIP RESISTANCEASTMD 2047 ADA recommends static coefficient ofFriction not less than 0.6 For level surfaces and 0.8 For ramp surfaces

WALL FINISHES

ROOM CORNER TESTNFPA 265 must pass

CEILING FINISHES

WALL OR FLOOR AND CEILING ASSEMBLY TESTASTM E 119 must be at least 1 hour(s)NFPA 251 must be at least 1 hour(s)UL 263 must be at least 1 hour(s)

MATERIAL CLASSES REQUIREMENTS . . .

DOOR ASSEMBLIES

DOOR ASSEMBLY TESTASTM E152 must be 90 minNFPA 252 must be 90 minUL 10B must be 90 min

FURNISHING

VERTICAL IGNITION TESTNFPA 701 must passUL 214 must pass

SMOKE DENSITY TESTASTM E662 minimum 450 or lessNFPA 258 minimum 450 or less

DURABILITY RECOMMENDATIONS

FABRIC WEAR RESISTANCEThe oscillatory cylinder method (Wyzenbeek test) - abrasion resistanceASTM D 4157

General contract upholstery: 30,000 to 50,000 double rubsHeavy duty upholstery: 55,000 to 75,000 double rubsExtreme wear upholstery: 80,000 to 100,000 double rubs

The Martindale pressure test - pilling resistanceASTM D 4970ISO 4945 must be grade 4

COLORFASTNESS TO LIGHTISO 105-B02 must be grade 4

COLORFASTNESS TO WET AND DRY CROCKING/ RUBBINGISO 105 ACT guidelines recommend dry cricking grade 4 minimum and wet crocking grade 3 minimum

FURNITURE

CIGARETTE IGNITION RESISTANCE TEST FOR FURNITURE COMPOSITES (Foam, Liner, And Fabric)BIFMA F-1 must passNFPA 261 must pass

CIGARETTE IGNITION RESISTANCE TEST FOR FURNITURE COMPONENTS (Fabric And Fillings Separately)

UFAC must passNFPA 260 must pass

FULL SEATING TESTASTM E1537 must passBFD IX 10 must passNFPA 266 must pass

UL 1056 must pass

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Elevator number requirement? 3

Elevator locations should be? At the service core of the building. It needs to be accessible and near the area of refuge

What is the minimum elevator width? 68” For elevator cars that have a side door opening 80” For elevator cars that have a center door opening

What are the minimum inside dimensions for elevators? 68” Wide for elevator cars that have a side door opening 80” Wide for elevator cars that have a center door opening 51” Minimum depth

What are the code and ADA requirement for elevator buttons and signage? - Outside elevator Hall lanterns should be centered at least 72” above the floor Call buttons should be centered 42” above the floor with a minimum diameter of 3/4” Braille should be on both jams of elevator centered at 60” above the floor - Inside elevator Control buttons should be between a height of 36” minimum and 48” maximum with a diameter of 3/4” minimum They should be arranged in ascending order with braille designation immediately to the left of the button

ELEVATORS

How many toilet stalls are required for each level of your project? (depends on the typology

& classification)

1 per 125 male; 1 per 65 female

How many lavatories are required for your project? 1 per 200 male/female

What are the square footage requirements related to the toilet and accessible lavatory? 25 square foot minimum

What is the minimum stall width? (Non-ADA) 60” Ada 30” Non-ADA

What is the height range for a toilet seat? 17” – 19” Toilet seat 17” Max urinal

How far should the centerline of a toilet be from the side wall? 15”- 18” 18” Is ideal 15” For a minimal size stall of 30” wide

What is the minimum wheelchair turning radius (unobstructed) requirement? 5’ Radius

Entry doors to a stall should be how wide? 32” Minimum for accessibility 21” For minimal size stall of 30” wide

What are the grab bar requirements for the toilet? Horizontal side bar 42” minimum length, placed 12” max from the back wall.

Horizontal back bar 36” minimum length, placed 12” minimum from center line of toilet.

Both horizontal bars should be place at a height between 33” – 36”.

Vertical grab bar 18” minimum length, placed between 39”- 41” from back wall at a height between 39” - 41”

TOILET ROOMS

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ADAAGACCESSIBILITY ROUTES

GROUND/FLOOR SURFACES

REACH RANGE/SPACE RAMPS

PROTRUDING OBJECTS

(ADA ACCESSIBILITY GUIDELINES)*all images acquired from Florida Building Code - 5th Edition

URINALS

LAVATORIES/MIRRORS

DRINKING FOUNTAINS

FIXED/BUILT-IN SEATING

SIGNAGE

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ADAAGRESTROOM LAYOUT TYPICALS

DOORS

GRAB BARS

*all images acquired from Florida Building Code - 5th Edition(ADA ACCESSIBILITY GUIDELINES)

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EQUITABLE USE : THE DESIGN IS USEFUL AND MARKETABLE TO ANY GROUP OF USERS• Provide same means for all users (identical or

equivalent)• Avoid segregation or stigmatizing• Equal privacy, security and safety for all

FLEXIBILITY OF USE : THE DESIGN ACCOMMODATES A WIDE RANGE OF INDIVIDUAL PREFERENCES AND ABILITIES• Methods of use should be a choice• Accommodate right and left handed use and access• Adaptability to the pace of user should be provided• Facilitate accuracy and precision of user

SIMPLE AND INTUITIVE USE : USE OF DESIGN IS EASY TO UNDERSTAND• Eliminate unnecessary complexity• Be consistent (expectations and intuition of user)• A wide range of literacy and language skills should

be accommodated• Arrange information consistent with its importance• Effective feedback should be provided during and

after completion of a task

PERCEPTIBLE INFORMATION : THE DESIGN COMMUNICATES NECESSARY INFORMATION EFFECTIVELY TO THE USER• Essential information should be presented in a

variety of ways (pictorial, verbal, tactile). • Essential information should not blend with

surroundings (contrast provided)• Maximize “legibility” of essential information• Provide compatibility with a variety of techniques or

devices used by people with sensory limitation

TOLERANCE FOR ERROR : THE DESIGN MINIMIZES HAZARDS AND THE ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES OF ACCIDENTAL OR UNINTENTIONAL ACTIONS• Elements should be arranged to minimizes hazards

or errors• Users should be warned of hazards and errors• Fail safe features should be provided• Encourage users to pay close attention to tasks that

require vigilance

LOW PHYSICAL EFFORT : THE DESIGN CAN BE USED EFFICIENTLY AND COMFORTABLY• Allow user to maintain a neutral body position• Operating forces should be reasonable• Reduce repetitive actions• Minimize sustained physical effort

SIZE AND SPACE FOR APPROACH AND USE : APPROPRIATE SIZE AND SPACE PROVIDED FOR APPROACH AND USE• Clear line of sight to important elements (seated or

standing)• Components should be comfortably reachable for all

users (seated or standing)• Accommodate variation of hand and grip size• Provide adequate space for the use of assistive

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