mr. brad dearing 108 university high school normal, il 61761 (309) 438-5513 bmdeari@ilstu.edu...

Mr. Brad Dearing108 University High School

Normal, IL 61761(309) 438-5513

Bmdeari@ilstu.edu

Architectural Design

Why Residential Architecture?

Where we live, sleep, play, grow!Common element in our lives!Structure, safety and security!Aesthetics!Makes us feel good!Need for shelter and space!Safety of buildings!

Primary ConsiderationsSite Considerations

The community“Planned community” or no thought?Price range?Socio-economic category?Alive or dying community?Room for growth or restricted?Pride in ownership?Quality churches, schools and shopping areas?Police/Fire protection, water, sewer, gas and garbage service available?Workplace close?Public transportation?High rate of resale and turnover?Access and rights?Association?

Primary Considerations

Cost and RestrictionsDoes it take into consideration needed improvements such as:

GradingFillTree removalDrainageTitle search: Legal claims, deed, restrictions, easements, etc.

Zoning and Codes

CommercialResidential

Single familyMulti-familySublet/Apartments

AgriculturalIndustrialCivil/Governmental

Zoning and Codes

CodesIBC – International building CodeBOCA – Building and Occupational Codes of AmericaFire, Plumbing, Roofing, Concrete, Electrical, General Building, etc

PermitsInspectionsRegulations

TopographyTopographical drawings (Site Plan)

SlopeContourSizeShapeElevationTreesRocksSoil Conditions (septic and foundation)Water Conditions (digging of a well)SurveyUtilities

Primary Considerations

Family NeedsLifestylesFamily sizeFamily activities

Quality of living

Drawings in a set of plans

Plot (site) PlanFoundation PlanFloor PlanElevationsElectrical PlanConstruction DetailsPictorial Presentations

Roof planRoof framing planFloor framing planHVAC planPlumbing planLandscape planFurniture plan