PROPOSED HOUSE

DESIGN
INTRODUCTION
•Project Type: Two-story residential house

•Floor Area: Approximately 200 sqm

•Minimum Requirements:
▪ Car porch
▪ Living room
▪ Kitchen and pantry
▪ 2 bedrooms
▪ 1 office room
▪ 2 toilets

•Regulatory Requirements:
▪ 8-meter distance from the road center to the building line
▪ 2.5-meter rear space as per local authority regulations

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PROPOSED LAYOUT
AND ELEVATIONS
GROUND FLOOR PLAN

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FIRST FLOOR PLAN

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ELEVATIONS

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PRELIMINARY
ACTIVITIES TO BE
CARRIED OUT
BEFORE THE START
OF CONSTRUCTION
• Learning more about the client’s needs and requests :
Understanding client’s requirements is important in construction site because their costumers we need to satisfy them with their needs

• Assessing the feasibility of the project :

A feasibility study helps us determine the project cost, risk and worth doing it also can determine the success of the project

• Site evaluation :
We need to confirm that site is align with project if its not we need to focus on alternative ideas

• Analyzing soil conditions :

its important task in pre-construction procedure because soil conditions helps determine the type o f foundation needed and influences
various design and construction decisions.

• Plan reviews:
Ensure the Architectural drawings and engineers drawings satisfy client requirements

• Obtain authority approvals :

We need to get approvals from government platforms such as Municipal council, UDA and etc.…
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• Determining preconstruction cost estimation:
Preconstruction cost estimation occurs before construction phase of a project. The cost estimates provide a
how much the project will cost and match with client budget

• Signing contracts and work agreements:

We need to prepare the tender documents and call for the contractor who can match with our budget

• Safety reviews:
We cannot be a selfish we need ensure the safety of the workers and construction staff

• Organizing services and utilities:

Ensuring access to water, electricity, and transportation required for construction

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FOUNDATION
PROPOSAL
Task 2. 1:Draw a sketch of a suitable foundation

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Task 2.2: Construction procedure for the foundation
Step No. Activity Steps Cost Factors Tools Required
1 Site Preparation Clearing vegetation, removing Labor cost, machinery rental, Shovels, wheelbarrows,
debris, leveling the ground. debris disposal. bulldozers.

2 Setting Out and Excavation Marking the foundation Surveyor fees, excavation Survey equipment, spades,
layout, digging to the required labor, machinery. pickaxes.
depth.
3 Compacting and Leveling Compacting the excavated Labor, compaction equipment Compactors, spirit levels.
area and leveling the ground rental.
for stability.
4 Placing Formwork Installing wooden or metal Cost of materials Hammer, nails, saws, clamps.
formwork for the foundation. (wood/metal), assembly labor.

5 Reinforcement Placement Laying steel reinforcement as Steel bars cost, Steel cutters, binding wires,
per design specifications. cutting/bending labor. pliers.

6 Pouring Concrete Mixing and pouring concrete Cement, aggregates, water, Concrete mixer, buckets,
into the formwork. labor, machinery. vibrators.

7 Curing Maintaining moisture in the Labor for watering, water Hoses, sprinklers.
foundation for a set period to supply.
ensure strength.
8 Removing Formwork Carefully dismantling the Labor cost for dismantling, Crowbars, hammers.
formwork after curing is material reuse.
complete.

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PROPOSE A
SUITABLE WALL
TYPE
Task 3.1: Propose a suitable wall type

• Proposed wall type : Brick wall

• Reason for selection :

1. Density and weight :

Brick walls, due to their high density and weight, offer significant strength for structural works, ensuring a solid foundation for buildings.
2. Construction methods :
Construction method confirms proper alignment and bonding of bricks adding the stability and integrity of the wall.
3. Flexibility in thickness :
225mm or 112mm thickness of brick wall allows flexibility depending on load bearing requirements and space constraints of the building.
4. Common Practice:
The most common method of English bond is one that has been tested and tried when it comes to laying stable brick walls.
5. Additional considerations:
Marking, applying mortar, and laying bricks are indicative of a very detailed approach in ensuring the wall is both stable and aligned

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• Task 3.2:Write the construction procedure

Activity Cost Factors Materials Labor Tools

Setting and out Mark outer line of brick wall on - Mason, Helper String, Measuring tape
the foundation or slab. Pull
string on your mark.

Mortar Application Apply cement mortar on the Cement, Sand, Water Mason, Helper Mason trowel, Mixing
surface and level with mason tools
trowel to approximately 10mm
thickness.

Laying Bricks (First Select brick pattern (English Bricks Mason, Helper Rubber hammer, Mason
Layer) bond or Flemish bond). Lay trowel
first layer, press each brick
with rubber hammer or handle
of mason trowel.

Applying Mortar for Apply mortar on top of the first Cement, Sand, Water Mason, Helper Mason trowel, Mixing
Subsequent Layers layer. tools
Laying Subsequent Layers Lay second layer, ensuring Bricks Mason, Helper Rubber hammer, Mason
joints are not overlapping trowel, Leveling tools
(staggered joints).

Additional Costs Transportation, Scaffolding, - - -

Site preparation, Cleanup.

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PROPOSE A
SUITABLE ROOF
TYPE
Task 4.1: Suitable Roof Type for the Building
• Proposed Roof Type: Gable Roof with Clay Tiles

• Reasons for Selection:

1. Durability and Strength:

Clay tiles are strong, long-lasting, and ideal for a domestic two-storey house.
2. Efficient Water Drainage:
The gable roof's slope ensures effective water runoff, preventing leaks or pooling.
3. Cost-Effective:
Gable roofs are simple to construct and require fewer materials, saving costs.
4. Thermal Insulation:
Clay tiles help keep the house cool in hot climates due to their excellent thermal properties.
5. Aesthetic Appeal:
The traditional look of clay tiles adds elegance and enhances the overall appearance of the house.

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Task 4.2: Sketch the roof type for the building

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Task 4.3:construction procedure for the roof
Step Procedure Cost Factors Tools Needed
1. Setting Out Mark truss and column Labour, Surveying Tools Pegs, String Lines, Tape
positions based on the Measure
design plan.
2. Truss Erection Fix timber or steel trusses at Timber/Steel, Labour Hammer, Drill, Tape
regular intervals (e.g., 3ft– Measure
4ft).
3. Purlin Installation Install purlins (horizontal Timber Purlins, Labour Saw, Nails, Drill Machine
supports) across the trusses.

4. Laying Tiles Lay clay tiles starting from Clay Tiles, Labour Tile Cutter, Hammer, Ladder
the bottom, ensuring
overlap for watertightness.
5. Ridge Tiles Fix ridge tiles at the roof Ridge Tiles, Sealant, Labour Mortar Trowel, Level,
peak, sealing joints with Hammer
mortar or sealant.
6. Waterproofing Add flashing and seal joints Flashing, Sealant, Labour Caulking Gun, Measuring
to prevent leaks. Tools
7. Inspection Check alignment, stability, Labour Level, Visual Inspection
and water tightness. Tools

8. Clean-Up Remove debris, clean the Labour, Waste Disposal Broom, Shovel, Bin
site, and dispose of waste
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Bill of Quantities (BOQ) for Gable Roof Construction:
Item No. Description Unit Quantity Rate (LKR) Total (LKR)

1 Supply & m³ 1.50 20,000 30,000

Installation of
Trusses
2 Supply & m³ 0.50 15,000 7,500
Installation of
Purlins
3 Supply & Laying m² 100 1,200 120,000
of Clay Tiles

4 Ridge Tile Supply m 25 500 12,500

& Fixing
5 Flashing & m² 20 750 15,000
Waterproofing
6 Labour for Roof m² 100 800 80,000
Installation

7 Waste Disposal & Lump Sum 1 5,000 5,000

Clean-Up
Total 270,000
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 REFERENCES

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