6. Experiment No.6
This chapter focuses on the principles of building planning and the regulations outlined in the National Building Code of India. It covers various types of buildings, including classifications based on their height and usage, and emphasizes the importance of plot sizes, minimum open spaces, and floor area ratios in residential building planning. Guidelines and principles such as functionality, aesthetics, and environmental considerations are essential in creating effective building designs.
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What we have learnt
- Building planning is systematic assembly of components to form a functional whole.
- The National Building Code of India categorizes buildings into different groups based on their use and size.
- Various classifications of multi-storey buildings exist, defined by their height and purpose.
Key Concepts
- -- Building Planning Principles
- The systematic arrangement of building components to fulfill functional requirements, including factors such as plot shape, climatic conditions, and neighborhood aspects.
- -- National Building Code of India
- A set of regulations governing the construction and design of buildings in India, categorized into groups based on usage.
- -- Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
- The ratio that describes the relationship between the total covered area of all floors to the area of the plot.
- -- Plot Size and Frontage
- Minimum size and length specifications required for various types of residential buildings to ensure adequate spacing and access.
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