MATERIAL AND FINISHES

TAYLOR’S DESIGN SCHOOL BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE MATERIALS AND FINISHES (BLD60704) ASSIGNMENT 1 : INTERIOR FINISHES & DETAILING

STUDENT NAME : NATASHA MINNI LING STUDENT ID : 0338954 LECTURER : MS SHARON TEH AI PING MS NORJI NASIR

LOOSE FURNITURE: WOODEN TABLE

FRONT ELEVATION

EYE LEVEL VIEW SIDE ELEVATION

Material used : 1200mm (L) x 600mm (W) x 20mm (THK) RUBBER WOOD TABLE TOP IN STAINED FINISH, 370mm (H) RUBBER WOOD TABLE LEG IN STAINED FINISH, 1250mm (L) x 620mm (W) x 8mm (THK) TEMPERED GLASS TABLE TOP Rubber wood : Charactheristic of rubber wood : -Rot resistance : Rubber wood is perishable and has very little natural resistance to decay. It is also susceptible to fungal staining and insect attacks.

-Workability : Easy to work with both hand and machines tools.

Safety issues or comfort and Aesthetic considerations of rubber wood : Advantages : -Rubber wood is strength and durable. It requires very little maintenance.

-Rubber wood is a higher versatile material and easily complements the rustic, modern or traditional home.

-Rubber wood is resistant to fire and burns.

-It can prevent climate change and the greenhouse effect.

Disadvantages : -Rubber wood is considered more expensive than other wood types.

-Rubber wood may be resistant to damage by water.

Tempered glass : Charactheristic of tempered glass : -Strength and safety considerations : It is 4-5 times stronger than annealed glass of the same size and thickness against impact.

-Heat resistance : Tempered glass has higher thermal strength and it can withstand high temperature changes up to 250oC. -Tempered glass is considered as safety glass. It is difficult to break and even in the event of a breakage, disintegrates into small relatively harmless globules.

Safety issues or comfort and Aesthetic considerations of tempered glass : Advantages : -Tempered glass is the easiest to clean.

-It easily creates the illusion of space and also ambiance in the light.

-Tempered glass can protect the underlying table.

-It is highly strong from edges as compared to normal ordinary glasses.

Disadvantages : -Re-sizing, re-cutting and re-working on a toughened glass is not possible.

-The glass will break completely if its edged are damaged.

-The waviness on its surface creates problems in making thin film solar cells.

Why put glass on top of the wooden table?

-Glass can avoid from scratches.

-Glass is much easier to clean and maintain than wood.

-Glass can protect the delicate wood and creates an interesting dĂŠcor look with having natural wooden texture appear underneath the glass.

Function :

Figure 1 -Have two drawers to store things inside.

Installation :

(DRAWER SLIDING PART) TONGUE AND GROOVE

Figure 2

MORTISE AND TENON

BUTT RUB JOINT Figure 3

LOOSE FURNITURE: SOFA BED

SIDE ELEVATION EYE LEVEL VIEW

FRONT PERSPECTIVE VIEW

Material used : -1500mm (L) x 488mm (W) x 380mm (H) THREE SEATER SOFA SEAT IN BROWN FABRIC FINISH, -800mm (L) x 490mm (H) x 150mm (THK) ARM PANEL IN BROWN FABRIC FINISH, -1500mm (L) x 488mm (H) x 150mm (THK) SOFA BED BACKREST IN BROWN FABRIC FINISH Charactheristic of fabric : -Breathability : It allows moisture vapour to be passed through the material.

-Abrasion resistance : The ability of fabric to withstand friction applied to it through washing and rubbing.

Safety issues or comfort and Aesthetic considerations of fabric : Advantages : -Fabric has much larger variety of colours and patterns.

-Fabric are stain-resistant, easily cleanable and exceptionally durable.

-Fabric can prevent scratches.

-Fabric tends to be more comfortable as it is much softer like microfiber.

-In terms of budget, fabric is usually in low cost compared to leather.

Disadvantages : -Fabric life may be shortened at elevated temperatures and in the presence of acid or alkaline PM or gas constituents.

-Fabric can often be permanently stained by food and drink.

Function :

Figure 4

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-Backrest of the sofa is adjustable, become sofa bed.

Advantages of sofa bed : -It is multi-functional and save spaces as it can acts as both a sofa and a bed.

-It is easy to move and set-up.

-Sofa bed provide the best solution if you love to entertain your guests who sleep over.

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Advantages of sofas with storage : -It will help keep your room tidy and maximise the space available.

-Adds to the overall design of the room, giving a clean and elegant finish.

-Reduced clutter means reduced dust, making the room easier to keep clean.

Installation :

Figure 8 STEEL SUPPORT

Figure 9 MORTISE AND TENON

References : https://www.wood-database.com/rubberwood/ https://www.saint-gobain-sekurit.com/glossary/glass-properties https://www.decorium.com/tag/advantages-of-fabric/ http://vietwoodvn.com/news/advantage-rubber-wood.html http://pleasantonglass.com/blog/7-advantages-tempered-glass/ https://www.homedit.com/reasons-to-select-glass-top-for-your-dining-table/ https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/wood-joinery-types-3536631

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