BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 1

PROJECT ONE

Task:
Group
To visit a construction site and prepare a report based on all the site analysis and construction processes that take place on the site.To document all the processes on site through pictures,write ups,sketches and diagrams.The process must cover

  •  Specification of material used in construction
  •  Dimensions and sizes of components
  •  Standards of descriptions
  •  Procedures of constructing the components 
Below is the link to the report

Reflections:
The report enabled me to understand and document my findings on the construction site.I learnt how to explain construction elements and their components as well as understand current construction technology in relevance to the present construction industry.


Project 2:
Integrated with studio2,this project required us to propose details for our design.We were to propose details for 3 numbers of details for selected elements.The three details were to include,the roof,the foundationa and one superstructure.




Reflections:
The project allowed me to put to use my knowledge that i had acquired from the first project as well as throughout the semester.I learnt to select suitable structural elements and how to apply them into my design.Once again,I got the chance to explain the procedures of constructing the components in response to the site context.
The project also taught me how to design in a more realistic manner using all the processes in the construction industry.


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