04 Adjacency
The system for determining how spaces relate to each other.
There are many ways to develop plans that allow for natural pairings of spaces according to their spatial relationship.
In the predesign phase, space planning is critical to ensure that the flow of a space is maximized and that routes are efficient. This phase is analytical and iterative. Based on conversations with a client or client group, there are several methods that can be used to develop adjacencies. The process is based on trial and error—some elements that appear to have requirements that they be near each other may not end up together based on this exercise.
There are several ways to assess adjacency needs, and ...
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