DESIGN OBJECTIVES

 Integrate engineering, architectural, and interior design considerations to create a “seamless” interior. The structural, electrical, and mechanical systems enhance the architectural and interior design features and vice versa. The goal is to create a fully integrated environment where the occupant loses sight of “how” and “why” the facility works and simply enjoys being there.

A. FUNCTION
Functional interior design ensures that each aspect of the interior environment performs efficiently for the user. A good working relationship between the user and designer will help accomplish this goal. Each facility type presents unique functional requirements that will ultimately affect the selection of finish materials and furnishings. It is important for the designer to investigate all aspects of these requirements through the user.

B. COST EFFECTIVENESS
All interior selections must reflect the “best buy” for the Air Force in terms of aesthetic value and life-cycle costs.
Inexpensive, short-term solutions do not necessarily produce
cost savings over time.

C. DURABILITY
Durable designs and finishes help facilities pass the “test of
time.” The designer must be concerned with material
durability and wear as well as cost. Select quality materials and
products appropriate to the function and level of use. Extra
consideration must be given to products specified in heavy-use
areas and specific functional areas.


D. MAINTAINABILITY
The use of easily maintained finishes is critical. While certain finishes may provide excellent durability, the designer must give serious consideration to maintenance and the effort required to maintain the appeal of certain products. It is critical to be familiar with finishes that wear well with low maintenance requirements.

E. COMPATIBILITY
The designer must be familiar with the base’s architectural and environmental compatibility plans to achieve a unified sense of scale, tradition, and
compatibility. The design team needs to
understand that occasionally conditions exist which may limit
the ability to meet the compatibility standards, especially when
dealing with historic buildings.


Facilities must meet as many “human” needs at as many levels
as possible, especially the need to feel good about one’s
surroundings. Work and living environments are increasingly
within the control of those who design and build them. In the
work place, the design team’s responsibility is to provide a
facility which fosters productivity and job satisfaction. Welldesigned
interiors can provide an environment that contributes
to achievement at work and enhances pleasure and relaxation
in recreational facilities.

G. CREATIVITY
Budget constraints place increased importance on design
creativity. Proper planning and research of innovative design
features will help the designer provide quality facility interiors
within restricted budgets.



DESIGN OBJECTIVES