Building Structure, Project 2: Analysis of a Bungalow

This project is an integrated component where it involves structural theory, force calculation and basic structural proposal. This project will be reflecting our knowledge and understanding of building structure.

We are to design a two-storey bungalow with usable spaces such as living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and others. Beams and columns also include within this design, suitable number of beams and column, position, type or size are all taking in concern. Then by calculating the beams and column load, forces and reaction forces to ensure whether the structure is stable or not.

Building Structure from Yung Kai

Yung Part, structure from Yung Kai

After having done this project, I learnt about the importance of having a good structural design to in compliance with the design. Its very critical because it determine whether the building is buildability of a building, cause when comes to an end, if a building is not buildeable and its not a good design.  

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Building Structure, Project 1: Roof Truss

Truss is a structure built up of three or more members which are normally considered being pinned and hinged at the joints. Load applied to the truss is transmitted to joint so that each individual members are in either pure tension or compression.

In a group, we design our own roof design and trusses based on a building. Dome roof for our roof in compliance to the circular form of the building. A space frame for the perimeter support truss with two type, one is sitting of load bearing wall and another is supported by pillar. Trusses and bracing for better roof structure support.

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