TASC Housing and Design study materials
TASC Housing and Design study resources

TASC Housing and Design case studies

TASC Housing and Design · Put your knowledge to work in context.

The TASC Housing and Design assessment measures whether a candidate has the practical knowledge to plan, furnish, and maintain a home and to guide others through housing decisions. It is most often taken by learners completing a high school equivalency pathway, by students in family and consumer sciences programs, and by adults preparing for entry-level work in housing, property management, interior merchandising, or home staging. The TASC Housing and Design case studies are 5 cases and about 4,043 words.

1

The Multigenerational Household Squeeze

The Chen family is a multigenerational household of six: grandparents (ages 78 and 75), parents (ages 48 and 45), and two children (ages 16 and 10). They live in a three-bedroom, 1,200-square-foot single-story home with one full bathroom and a half bath.

731 words, about 4 min
2

Choosing a Fixer-Upper vs. Move-In Ready

Maria and Jose are first-time homebuyers with a combined annual income of 85,000. They have saved 40,000 for a down payment and closing costs.

750 words, about 4 min
3

Balancing Principles in a Small Living Room

A client has a small living room that is 12 feet by 14 feet with a large window on one short wall and a fireplace centered on the opposite short wall. The only entry is from a hallway on one long wall.

971 words, about 5 min
4

Reconfiguring a Kitchen for Aging in Place

An older couple, both in their early 70s, are renovating their kitchen to age in place. The husband has arthritis and uses a cane; the wife has mild vision loss.

785 words, about 4 min
5

Selecting Sustainable Flooring for a Busy Family

A family with two active children and a large dog is building a new home. They are committed to sustainability and want flooring that is durable, easy to maintain, and environmentally friendly.

806 words, about 4 min