6.3. BUILDING PLANNING AND DRAWING

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of building planning?

   Hint

   Think about how parts fit together.

2. 2.

   Name one principle that governs building planning.

   Hint

   Consider how spaces interact with each other.

3. 3.

   What is the maximum height for a building categorized as a skyscraper?

   • 40 storeys
   • 50 storeys
   • 30 storeys

   Hint

   Think about the height classification we discussed.

4. 4.

   True or False: The National Building Code of India has no categories for building types.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the categorization we talked about in class.

5. 5.

   You are tasked to design a community center on a plot of 900 m². Given the FAR is 0.5, what is the maximum covered area allowed? What other factors will you consider in your design related to the local building regulations?

   Hint

   Remember to apply the FAR calculation!

6. 6.

   Analyze a scenario where a high-rise building overshoots the maximum height regulation set by the NBC. What could be the consequences, and how might it affect urban planning?

   Hint

   Consider both the legal and safety perspectives.