Space Planning Basics Van Mark Karlen and Rob Fleming is an English-language printed reference work aimed at professionals in interior design. This book offers a structured and methodical approach to space planning, essential for successful execution within complex projects.
Space Planning Basics is a reliable reference that guides designers with step-by-step methods based on decades of practical experience. The fourth, revised edition includes updated drawings, diagrams, and additional photographs, as well as attention to sustainable and universal design principles. Topics such as daylight entry, benchmarks, LEED standards, and green building regulations are covered in depth. The accompanying website provides AutoCAD files, video instructions, and matrices to further support real-world practice.
The book helps with applying an organized and comprehensive plan that carefully integrates code compliance, systems, and the client’s functional requirements. This extensive guide is suitable as preparation for the NCIDQ exam and aligns in content with themes such as interior design, decoration, home furnishings, and commercial styling.