Practice - Orientation
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Practice Questions
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What is orientation in building planning?
💡 Hint: Think about how buildings are situated relative to the sun.
Why is wind direction important?
💡 Hint: Consider how winds flow into a building.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Why should buildings be oriented towards the south or southeast in India?
💡 Hint: Think about seasonal temperatures.
True or False: Aligning windows with prevailing winds is unnecessary for good building design.
💡 Hint: Remember how air circulates.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a plot in an urban area with varying buildings around it, design the orientation of a new residential unit incorporating wind direction, sun path, and views.
💡 Hint: Analyze the surrounding environment for the best placements.
Critique a building's design that overlooks a busy intersection and suggest orientation changes that would enhance its livability.
💡 Hint: Don't forget to consider the effects on air circulation.
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