LEED AP Building Design and Construction (BD+C) Practice Exam

Which of the following contributes to creating open space?

1. Indoor recreational facilities

2. Paving that encourages physical activity

3. Private homes with backyards

4. Parking lots

The correct answer is: Paving that encourages physical activity

The choice that contributes to creating open space is paving that encourages physical activity. This option serves to enhance connectivity and accessibility within a landscape, promoting outdoor activities and greater interaction with open spaces. By integrating paving materials that are designed to improve walkability, cycling, or other forms of outdoor exercise, the intended landscape becomes not just a pathway but a vibrant part of the open space itself. While indoor recreational facilities do offer spaces for activity, they do not contribute directly to outdoor open space since they are enclosed. Private homes with backyards provide personal outdoor space but do not promote a collective open space environment, as they are often limited to individual use. Parking lots serve as functional spaces for vehicles but are generally impermeable and do not encourage recreation or community engagement, making them less suitable for creating open, vibrant public or green areas.