What is the importance of measurement for design success and the benefit of measurement accuracy

1. introduction .

Before starting any design or planning, measurements must be taken first. A design based on inaccurate or random measurements cannot succeed. The success of design and implementation depends on taking measurements before design . Measurement is what defines the space in which we want to apply the design. This article explains the benefit of taking measurements before design , what tools are used in measurement and how measurements help when purchasing supplies in the design process.

 

Are measurements required when working with an engineering office?

It is certain that the first thing that the designer will ask for is the measurements. Any designer will need the dimensions to have an idea of ​​the work required, the time of completion, and the materials necessary to complete the design. Providing measurements ensures that the designer knows how everything fits before making any changes and has an idea of ​​where and for what. It also ensures accuracy in the proposals submitted to the design, improving the duration of work in the project, reducing waste, and thus costs, and finally achieving customer satisfaction.

If you are dealing with an engineering office to assist in the design, these measurements do not have to be very accurate, as the office will take the measurements again, but they should be sufficient to give a good idea of ​​​​the dimensions of the space. Through a set of measurements and pictures taken from different angles around the room, the designer can then give you a visual presentation of what the design will look like.

Whether you deal with an engineering office or do the design yourself, raising measurements before design is very important to the success of the design process.

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2- What is the benefit of raising measurements before designing?

When you are thinking of re-planning or re-designing a space, measuring is a good place to start, no matter how big or small your project is. The benefit of raising the measurements before design includes the following: 

1. Having accurate measurements will increase efficiency throughout the entire process, whether you're working on the project or a design firm. 
2. Accurate measurements mean knowing how much material to use and reducing waste.
3. Many errors can be avoided during implementation by taking the correct design measurements, as there are some materials that are formed in the workshops and are difficult to deal with in the workplace, so they must be brought for installation with accurate and appropriate sizes.
4. Exploiting all spaces, and preventing the formation of neglected spaces.
5. Fast delivery and cost saving.
6. Save time related to correcting errors in taking measurements.

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3- Tools used for measurement

What do you need when you want to start taking measurements?

In fact, you do not need a lot of tools, the tools used in measurement are often available in every home, and they are:

• measuring tape
• drawing paper
• lead pencil
• Camera (Your mobile phone camera can be used)

Start by creating a layout of the space, specifying where the doors, windows, cupboards, balconies, central heating coils, or staircases will be located. It is on this chart that you will place the measurements.

Using a tape measure, measure and refer to the following on your outline:

• Measure the length from wall to wall and also determine the length of the wall.

• On walls with doors or windows, measure from the wall to the edge of the window or wall.
• Measure the length of the balcony, if any, and determine its distance from the wall and the height of its walls, and indicate any features that may exist on it, such as a metal fence, or a wall with a window.
• Any fixed features such as doorways, windows, cabinets, or corners (or any other).
• Measure windows and doorways from outer edge to outer edge (rather than just the window or glass opening) and label the measurements.
• Label all appliances, cabinets, or where furniture is located, with dimensions.

Use the following formula to calculate the area:

Length x Width = Area

Calculate the area of ​​the room and calculate the occupied areas of the place, such as the space under the refrigerator, oven, sink, or storage.

 In rooms that do not follow the traditional design (square or rectangular), divide them into square-shaped areas, then measure the length and width of each section, then add them all to the total area of ​​​​the room in square meters.

When you want to measure the bathroom, you should note any plumbing or plumbing measurements. They usually follow standardized measurements, for example, there is a fixed number that determines the measurement between the wall and the drain pipe of the toilet, and this also applies to the distance between the hot and cold water installations.

It is also important that you take pictures of the place, be sure to take clear pictures and remove all elements that do not fall into the basic design (such as the dining table and chairs), if possible.

4- How do measurements help when purchasing supplies?

Let's learn in this paragraph how measurements help when purchasing supplies?

When you want to take measurements for certain designs, such as flooring, tiles, or the use of a wood substitute, accurate dimensions are very useful. Whether you want to design new cabinets, change carpeting or tiles on the floor, or use a false ceiling, having room measurements is useful for purchasing a sufficient product to carry out the project. without an increase or decrease in material.

Take measurements of the area to find the square feet of what you want to remodel, for either the floor or the walls. Flooring and tiles are available in different sizes and shapes.

When it comes to tiles, floors, or false ceilings in particular, always order more so you don't run out of supplies. Increase by 10 percent to the area you measured and then bring it close to the nearest area to be filled with tiles, marble, or false ceiling pieces. Sufficient in the event of any required modifications or in the event of breakage or damage. The seller may run out of these materials, which leads to problems when searching for a copy of the used materials. There is no harm in having an extra amount of tiles available in case of damage.

This applies to rugs and carpets, and even when estimating the area for painting work. Ensure the availability of an additional quantity of the material so that there is no discrepancy in the event that you need an additional quantity and it runs out at the seller and you are forced to use a second type.

Measuring your space before remodeling or space planning is a valuable tool for the remodeling process. Designers and engineers at SMD Decoration can create a more accurate representation of your vision as we use the best and latest tools used in measurement and provide you with visualizations of the expected result after the completion of the design processes through advanced software before starting the project.

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