mr. brad dearing 108 university high school normal, il 61761 (309) 438-5513 [email protected]...
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Mr. Brad Dearing108 University High School
Normal, IL 61761(309) 438-5513
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