MIL-HDBK-1027/4A
maintainable. Fully integrate interior design with the work of other design
and engineering disciplines at all stages of the facility design process.
Provide only those finish systems which have a proven track record of use and
testing. Selection criteria should balance all factors related to
installation and usage: initial and life cycle costs, ease of maintenance,
comfort, etc. Refer to appropriate tables for suggested interior finishes.
a) Color. Develop a color plan that is consistent with the
building program. Use color to stimulate positive human physical and
emotional reactions and to enhance the overall functions of the building.
For example, color may be used to direct and orient users to color-keyed
functions on floors. Color selection can also support maintenance
management. As a general rule, fixed building materials (e.g., pavers,
ceramic tile, resilient flooring, ceilings, etc.) should be relatively
neutral. Introduce stronger accent colors on more changeable finishes (e.g.,
paint, wall coverings, carpet, furnishings). This will allow color changes
at minimum cost as areas are refinished in the future.
b) Floors. Training facilities are subject to heavy trainee
in/out pedestrian traffic. Entry points and corridors must withstand heavy
foot traffic. Minimize tracked in dirt by using walk-off mats at entry
points to protect flooring and to reduce maintenance. Provide durable and
easily maintained floors. Consider safety, noise impact, traffic bearing
requirements, chemicals and compounds used on flooring and moisture that
flooring will be subjected to under normal and special conditions. Carpeting
may be used in accordance with Table 2.1, Recommended Finishes,
MIL-HDBK-1001/1, Basic Architectural Requirements, and MIL-HDBK-1008C, Fire
Protection for Facilities, Engineering, Design, and Construction.
c) Ceilings. Metal slat ceiling systems are prohibited, since
they do not allow heat to collect at heat detectors. Value Engineering
reports also show significant implemented savings for acoustical tile
ceilings over metal slat systems. Ceiling systems for corridors which
usually must accommodate an array of utilities must be thoroughly evaluated
against ease of access, sound control, fire protection requirements, future
utility adaptations, life cycle cost, and maintainability. Techniques for
maintenance, repairs, and changing lighting fixture bulbs in the high bay may
render a finished ceiling with recessed fixture mounts inappropriate.
Finished dropped ceiling in the high bay is prohibited.
2.2.2.6
Signs. Provide a signage plan, legend and details. Design signs
as an integral part of an overall building and site system, to be furnished
and installed under the construction contract. Economy, aesthetics,
durability, flexibility, ease of installation and maintenance are important
considerations of signage design. Design the system to inhibit vandalism but
with flexibility to enable the addition or deletion of information. Select a
mounting mechanism for the signs to permit the reuse of signs as the facility
changes. Specify an easily-read letter form such as Helvetica Medium.
Indicate the design, location and installation method in the plan, elevations
and specifications. Require the contractor, in the project specifications,
to make a comprehensive submittal of the proposed signage system and to
provide information necessary for acquiring new or replacement signs. The
exterior signage system must be respected both on and off the specific
facility site. Any signage must also be harmonious in the landscape. Care
must be taken to use signs only when necessary and to restrict the use of
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