Housing Decisions : Teaching Package Teacher's Annotated Edition

by Lewis, Evelyn L.; Turner, Carolyn S., Ph.D.; Smock, Linda G.

• ISBN13: 9781590701416
• ISBN10: 1590701410
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-04-01
• Publisher: Goodheart-Willcox Pub

Table of Contents

Part 1 Housing for You
Housing and Human Needs	20	(23)
People and Their Housing	21	(1)
Meeting Needs Through Housing	21	(6)
Physical Needs	22	(2)
Psychological Needs	24	(2)
Other Needs Met Through Housing	26	(1)
Factors Affecting Housing Choices	27	(4)
Personal Priorities	27	(1)
Space	28	(1)
Costs	29	(1)
Roles	30	(1)
Lifestyle	31	(1)
Housing Needs Vary	31	(7)
Households	32	(2)
Life Cycles	34	(2)
Life Cycles and Housing Needs	36	(2)
Housing and the Quality of Life	38	(5)
Personal Quality of Life	38	(1)
Quality of Life for Society	38	(1)
Human Ecology	39	(4)
Influences on Housing	43	(33)
Historical Influences on Housing	44	(7)
Early Shelter	44	(2)
Housing during the 1700s and 1800s	46	(2)
Housing in the 1900s	48	(3)
Cultural Influences on Housing	51	(2)
New Immigrants	52	(1)
Societal Influences on Housing	53	(5)
Household Size	53	(1)
Household Composition	54	(1)
An Older Population	54	(1)
People with Disabilities	55	(1)
Finding Affordable Housing	56	(1)
Planning for Leisure Time	57	(1)
Working at Home	57	(1)
A Mobile Society	58	(1)
Environmental Influences on Housing	58	(3)
The Natural Environment	58	(1)
The Constructed Environment	59	(1)
The Behavioral Environment	60	(1)
Interaction of the Environments	60	(1)
Economic Influences on Housing	61	(1)
How Housing Affects the Economy	61	(1)
How the Economy Affects Housing	62	(1)
Technological Influences on Housing	62	(3)
Early Technology	63	(1)
Industrialization	63	(1)
High Tech	64	(1)
Governmental Influences on Housing	65	(11)
Legislation	66	(2)
Funding for Housing	68	(1)
Environmental Protection	69	(7)
Part 2 Making Housing Choices
Using Decision-Making Skills	76	(14)
Types of Decisions	77	(2)
Decisions Made with Thought and Care	77	(1)
Interrelated Decisions	78	(1)
Resources for Housing Decisions	79	(3)
Human Resources	79	(1)
Nonhuman Resources	80	(2)
Using Resources	82	(1)
The Decision-Making Process	82	(8)
Steps in Decision Making	82	(2)
Going through the Steps	84	(6)
Choosing a Place to Live	90	(30)
Location	91	(11)
Region	91	(1)
Community	91	(1)
Neighborhood	92	(3)
Population Composition	95	(1)
Site	96	(6)
Types of Housing	102	(6)
Multifamily Houses	102	(3)
Single-Family Houses	105	(3)
More Decisions	108	(1)
Housing for Special Needs	108	(4)
Considerations for Senior Citizens	108	(3)
Considerations for People with Disabilities	111	(1)
Considerations for Families with Children	112	(1)
Moving to a New Home	112	(8)
Moving Yourself	113	(1)
Hiring a Moving Company	114	(6)
Acquiring Housing	120	(36)
Acquiring a Place to Live	121	(3)
Human and Nonhuman Costs	122	(1)
Needs, Wants, and Housing Costs	122	(1)
Costs Involved in Method of Paying	122	(2)
To Rent or to Buy?	124	(1)
A Place to Rent	124	(9)
The Written Lease	125	(7)
Assigning or Subletting a Lease	132	(1)
Responsibilities and Rights in Rental Housing	133	(1)
Renter's Insurance	133	(1)
A Place to Buy	133	(14)
The Right Price	135	(2)
To Build or to Buy?	137	(2)
Shopping for a Place to Buy	139	(3)
Steps in Buying a House	142	(5)
Condominium Ownership	147	(2)
Cooperative Ownership	149	(7)
Part 3 From the Ground Up
The Evolution of Exteriors	156	(20)
Traditional Houses	157	(8)
Traditional Folk Houses	157	(5)
Classic Traditional Houses	162	(3)
Modern Houses	165	(4)
Prairie Style	165	(1)
International Style	166	(1)
Bungalow	167	(1)
Ranch	167	(2)
Split-Level	169	(1)
Contemporary Houses	169	(3)
Solar Houses	170	(1)
Earth-Sheltered Houses	170	(2)
Housing Trends	172	(4)
Understanding House Plans	176	(20)
Architectural Drawings for a House	177	(5)
Prints of Architectural Drawings	178	(1)
Views for Architectural Drawings	179	(3)
The Space Within	182	(14)
Grouping by Function	182	(5)
Traffic Patterns	187	(2)
Survey the Storage Space	189	(1)
Evaluating the Floor Plan	190	(1)
Housing Modifications for People with Physical Disabilities	190	(6)
House Construction	196	(19)
The Foundation and the Frame	197	(4)
The Foundation	197	(1)
The Frame	198	(3)
Materials Used for Exterior Construction	201	(4)
Wood Siding	201	(1)
Manufactured Siding	202	(1)
Masonry Siding	203	(1)
Roofing Materials	203	(2)
Windows and Doors	205	(5)
Windows	205	(3)
Doors	208	(2)
Computer Applications in Construction	210	(5)
Analyzing Components of Construction	210	(1)
Selecting Components of Construction	211	(1)
Managing the Construction	211	(4)
The Systems Within	215	(25)
Electrical Systems	216	(3)
Electrical Terms	216	(1)
Electrical Power Generation	217	(1)
Electricity in the House	217	(2)
Gas as an Energy Source	219	(1)
Natural Gas	220	(1)
Liquid Propane Gas	220	(1)
Plumbing Systems	220	(2)
Water Supply System	220	(1)
Wastewater Removal System	221	(1)
Plumbing Fixtures	222	(1)
Heating Systems	222	(6)
Conventional Heating Systems	223	(3)
Solar Heating Systems	226	(1)
Fireplaces and Stoves	226	(2)
Cooling Systems	228	(1)
Conserving Energy	228	(12)
Insulation	230	(1)
Targeted Air Sealing	231	(1)
Windows and Doors	231	(2)
Energy Conservation Through Computer Power	233	(7)
Part 4 The Inside Story
Elements of Design	240	(13)
Design Characteristics	242	(1)
Elements of Design	242	(11)
Line	243	(2)
Form	245	(1)
Space	246	(2)
Mass	248	(1)
Texture	248	(5)
Using Color Effectively	253	(20)
Understanding Color	254	(2)
The Color Spectrum	255	(1)
The Color Wheel	256	(3)
Color Characteristics	256	(2)
Neutrals	258	(1)
Warm and Cool Colors	259	(1)
Color Harmonies	259	(5)
Monochromatic Color Harmony	259	(2)
Analogous Color Harmony	261	(1)
Complementary Color Harmony	261	(1)
Split-Complementary Color Harmony	261	(1)
Double-Complementary Color Harmony	262	(1)
Triadic Color Harmony	262	(1)
Neutral Color Harmony	262	(2)
Using Color Harmonies	264	(9)
Choosing the Right Colors	264	(5)
Using Color Correctly	269	(4)
Using the Principles of Design	273	(15)
The Principles of Design	274	(7)
Proportion and Scale	274	(2)
Balance	276	(2)
Emphasis	278	(1)
Rhythm	279	(2)
Goals of Design	281	(2)
Function and Appropriateness	281	(1)
Harmony with Unity and Variety	282	(1)
Beauty	282	(1)
Sensory Design	283	(5)
Textiles in Today's Homes	288	(21)
Understanding Fibers, Yarns, and Fabrics	289	(6)
Fibers	289	(1)
Yarns	290	(1)
Fabric Construction	290	(5)
Fabric Modifications	295	(1)
Textiles for Home Use	295	(2)
Appearance	296	(1)
Durability	296	(1)
Maintenance	296	(1)
Comfort	296	(1)
Ease of Construction	296	(1)
Cost	296	(1)
Textiles for Floor Treatments	297	(2)
Construction Methods	297	(1)
Textures	298	(1)
Fiber Content	298	(1)
Finishes	299	(1)
Textiles for Upholstered Furniture	299	(1)
Textiles for Window Treatments	300	(1)
Purpose and Style of Rooms	300	(1)
Colors and Patterns	301	(1)
Cost and Care	301	(1)
Textiles for Kitchen, Bath, and Bed	301	(3)
Kitchen	301	(1)
Bathroom	302	(1)
Bedroom	303	(1)
Textile Laws	304	(5)
Textile Fiber Products Identification Act	304	(1)
Wool Products Labeling Act	305	(1)
Flammable Fabrics Act	305	(4)
Creating Interior Backgrounds	309	(22)
Floor Treatments	310	(6)
Flooring Materials	310	(3)
Floor Coverings	313	(3)
Walls	316	(6)
Wall Construction	316	(1)
Wall Treatments	317	(5)
Ceiling Treatments	322	(1)
Planning Your Background Treatments	323	(8)
Planning Your Floors	323	(1)
Planning Your Walls	323	(1)
Planning Your Countertops	324	(7)
Furniture Styles and Construction	331	(27)
Choosing Furniture Styles	332	(11)
Furniture Styles	332	(1)
Traditional Furniture Styles	332	(5)
Twentieth Century Furniture Styles	337	(2)
Late Twentieth Century Styles	339	(1)
Twenty-First Century Furniture Styles	340	(2)
Antiques, Collectibles, and Reproductions	342	(1)
Evaluating Furniture Construction	343	(11)
Wood in Furniture	344	(3)
Plastic, Metal, Rattan, Wicker, Bamboo, and Glass Furniture	347	(2)
Upholstered Furniture	349	(3)
Beds	352	(2)
Consumer Protection	354	(4)
Arranging and Selecting Furniture	358	(21)
Arranging Furniture	359	(5)
Developing a Scale Floor Plan	359	(2)
Factors to Consider When Arranging Furniture	361	(3)
Selecting Furniture	364	(7)
Prioritizing Furniture Needs	364	(1)
Determining How Much You Can Afford	365	(1)
Identifying Your Lifestyle	366	(1)
Identifying Your Furniture Style	366	(1)
Determining Your Design Preferences	366	(1)
Deciding Where and How to Shop	367	(2)
Deciding When to Shop	369	(1)
Information Sources	370	(1)
Stretching Your Furniture Dollars	371	(8)
Shopping for Bargains	372	(1)
Using Multipurpose Furniture	372	(1)
Reusing Furniture	373	(2)
Creating the Eclectic Look	375	(4)
Addressing Windows, Lighting, and Accessories	379	(23)
Window Treatments	380	(7)
Draperies and Curtains	381	(2)
Shades, Shutters, and Blinds	383	(3)
Decorative Window-top Treatments	386	(1)
Artificial Light	387	(3)
Incandescent Light	387	(1)
Fluorescent Light	388	(2)
Lighting from Fiber Optics	390	(1)
Light-Emitting Diodes	390	(1)
The Properties of Light	390	(1)
Reflected Light	390	(1)
Absorbed Light	390	(1)
Diffused Light	391	(1)
Functions of Lighting	391	(3)
Lighting for Visual Comfort	391	(2)
Lighting for Safety	393	(1)
Lighting for Beauty	394	(1)
Structural and Nonstructural Lighting	394	(2)
Structural Lighting	394	(2)
Nonstructural Lighting	396	(1)
Choosing Accessories	396	(6)
Selecting Household Appliances	402	(28)
Appliance Considerations	403	(4)
Purchase Price	403	(1)
Energy Cost	403	(2)
Features	405	(1)
Size	406	(1)
Safety	406	(1)
Quality	407	(1)
Consumer Satisfaction	407	(1)
Choosing Kitchen Appliances	408	(10)
Refrigerators	409	(2)
Freezers	411	(1)
Ranges	411	(3)
Convection Ovens	414	(1)
Microwave Ovens	415	(1)
Range Hoods	416	(1)
Dishwashers	416	(1)
Trash Compactors	417	(1)
Food Waste Disposers	418	(1)
Choosing Laundry Appliances	418	(1)
Automatic Washers	418	(1)
Dryers	419	(1)
Choosing Climate-Control Appliances	419	(2)
Dehumidifiers and Humidifiers	420	(1)
Room Air Conditioners	420	(1)
Choosing Other Appliances	421	(9)
Water Heaters	421	(1)
Vacuum Cleaners	421	(1)
Personal Computers	422	(2)
Portable Appliances	424	(6)
Part 5 A Safe and Attractive Environment
The Outdoor Living Space and Environment	430	(26)
Planning the Landscape	431	(1)
Identify Your Goals	431	(1)
Landscape Elements	432	(5)
Natural Landscape Elements	432	(2)
Manufactured Landscape Elements	434	(3)
Designing the Outdoor Living Spaces	437	(9)
Landscape Backgrounds	438	(3)
Accents	441	(1)
Other Landscape Features	442	(1)
Furnishing Your Outdoor Living Space	443	(2)
Lighting the Outdoor Living Space	445	(1)
Landscaping for Conservation	446	(3)
Water and Soil Conservation	446	(2)
Energy Conservation	448	(1)
Completing a Scaled Plan	449	(7)
Developing the Landscape Design	450	(6)
Keeping Your Home Safe and Secure	456	(25)
A Safe Home	457	(10)
Preventing Accidents	457	(3)
Keeping Children Safe in Your Home	460	(2)
Keeping the Air Safe and Clean	462	(4)
Controlling Noise Pollution	466	(1)
A Secure Home	467	(7)
Security from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning	467	(1)
Security from Fire	468	(2)
Security from Home Intruders	470	(4)
Equipping a Home for People with Disabilities	474	(7)
Universal Design	474	(1)
Features for Special Needs	475	(6)
Maintaining Your Home	481	(31)
Keeping the Home Clean and Well Maintained	482	(8)
Interior Home Maintenance and Cleaning	482	(4)
Exterior Home Maintenance and Cleaning	486	(4)
Outdoor and Lawn Care	490	(2)
Tools for Outdoor Tasks	490	(1)
Yard Maintenance	490	(2)
Making Common Home Repairs	492	(8)
The Basic Tools	492	(3)
Plumbing Repairs	495	(2)
Installing Nails and Screws	497	(1)
Electrical Repairs	498	(2)
Making Replacements	500	(1)
Meeting Storage Needs	500	(2)
Organize for Storage	500	(1)
Space Savers	500	(2)
Redecorating	502	(1)
Remodeling	503	(2)
Getting Your Money's Worth	504	(1)
Resources for Home Care	505	(7)
Help with Home Maintenance	505	(1)
Other Resources	506	(6)
Part 6 Progress in Housing
Housing for Today and Tomorrow	512	(27)
Recent Developments in Housing	513	(3)
Automated Houses	513	(3)
Housing Concerns	516	(10)
Sources of Energy	516	(4)
Conserving Energy	520	(1)
A Clean Environment	520	(4)
Solving Environmental Concerns	524	(2)
Innovative Solutions in Housing	526	(13)
Universal Design	526	(6)
Green Buildings	532	(1)
Planned Communities	533	(1)
New Living Spaces	534	(5)
Careers in Housing	539	(26)
Who Provides Housing?	540	(4)
Career Clusters	540	(4)
Career Opportunities in Housing	544	(11)
Housing Careers in Planning, Engineering, and Design	544	(5)
Housing Careers in Construction	549	(3)
Housing Careers in Sales and Service	552	(2)
Entrepreneurial Careers in Housing and Design	554	(1)
Housing Careers in Allied Fields	554	(1)
Effect of Technology on Housing Careers	555	(3)
Computer Usage by Housing Professionals	555	(3)
Career Levels	558	(7)
Professional Positions	558	(1)
Midlevel Positions	558	(1)
Entry Positions	559	(1)
Career Ladders	559	(1)
Lifelong Learning	560	(5)
Preparing for Career Success	565	(26)
Setting Career Goals	566	(4)
Examining Career Interests	566	(1)
Determining Abilities and Aptitudes	567	(1)
The Goal-Setting Process	568	(1)
Making a Career Plan	569	(1)
Finding a Job	570	(6)
Applying for a Job	571	(1)
Job Application Forms	571	(3)
The Job Interview	574	(1)
Evaluating Job Offers	575	(1)
Maintaining the Job	576	(8)
Work Habits	577	(1)
Attitude on the Job	577	(1)
Communication Skills on the Job	578	(1)
Ethical Behavior on the Job	579	(1)
Interpersonal Skills	579	(2)
Leadership Skills	581	(1)
Staying Safety Conscious	582	(1)
Terminating the Job	582	(2)
Careers and Lifestyle	584	(7)
Career Satisfaction and Lifestyle	584	(1)
Balancing Family and Work	585	(6)
Appendix A Housing and Related Legislation	591	(8)
Appendix B Energy Savers: Tips on Saving Energy and Money at Home	599	(6)
Glossary	605	(15)
Index	620