CHAPTER 3
GENERAL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
DG 1110-3-112 May 1979
3-1 GENERAL
This chapter discusses basic considerations for design and review of ACES Center projects in relation
to the individual space criteria and space organization principles in Chapters 4 and 5. The discussion
includes the design requisites and documentation required, basic site development and building
design criteria, considerations for related furnishings and equipment and provisions for user informa-
tion. In addition, there are several overriding considerations that must be accounted for in all aspects
of design.
a. BARRIER FREE DESIGN. ACES Centers must be accessible to all persons. Provisions will
conform to ER 1110-1-102 and EM 1110-1-103, Design for the Physically Handicapped. Barrier free
design is extremely important in both site development and building design and will provide valuable
conveniences to the able-bodied as well as the handicapped.
b. ENERGY CONSERVATION. Use of energy conserving techniques relates to both site de-
velopment and building design. Solar orientation, building compactness, and passive conservation
measures as well as active measures will be considered for application as appropriate to each
individual project.
c. FLEXIBILITY. The need for flexibility primarily relates to the need to make internal functional
changes that may occur during the course of normal operation. Changes may routinely occur in
courses being taught, teaching or training techniques and equipment, and student load. Multi-purpose
use should be considered in the design of floor loads, ceiling heights, and wall systems. Provision of
adequate storage spaces is extremely important as is the capability for adapting environmental
services to changing requirements. Space specifically designed for a single purpose or space
containing permanently installed equipment reduces flexibility and should be limited, insofar as
possible, to areas whose functional requirements dictate that multi-purpose use is inappropriate.
d. LIFE CYCLE ENHANCEMENT.
During design, consideration must be given not only to the
initial cost of construction, but also to the cost of operation, maintenance, and custodial care during the
intended life of the building. Both initial and life costs must be analyzed, especially in the selection of
utility systems, exterior materials and interior finishes.
3-2 DESIGN REQUISITES AND DOCUMENTATION.
Project design development is discussed in AR 415-20. Use of the Project Development Brochure and
DD Form 1391 data as approved by HQDA for inclusion in the proposed (or approved) military
construction program, is prerequisite to design development which is the responsibility of the design
agency.
a. CONCEPT DESIGN. Initially, concept design drawings and analyses are required to help verify
costs, and further define the functional aspects of the facility before initiation of final design. Generally,
the concept design will be completed by the design agency and approved by the installation before
construction funds are actually appropriated. The following level of detail in documentation is required.
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