TOPIC 01.

LOW-RISE
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
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M 8:00 - 11:00
W 8:00 - 11:00 / 11:00 - 12:00
 LEARNING OUTCOMES

1
Be familiar with the some of the common technical terms for easier understanding of the topic.

2
Define what are low-rise residence buildings.

3
Have a knowledge on planning and design guidelines for low-rise residences.

4
Produce a design drawing for a low-rise residence building.
 DEFINITION OF
TERMS

● EDIFICE
● FENESTRATION
● HIGH-RISE
● LOW-RISE
● MID-RISE
● SKYSCRAPER
● STOREY
 TYPES OF
RESIDENTIAL
DWELLINGS
● Single family dwellings
● Semi-detached dwellings
● Multi Family dwellings
● Townhomes / Townhouses
● Apartments
 TYPES OF
RESIDENTIAL
DWELLINGS
● Condominiums (Condos)
● Co-Ops
● Tiny homes
● Manufactured homes
 THINGS TO
REMEMBER WHEN
DESIGNING
LOW-RISE HOUSING
1. Density / Population
2. Location and Accessibility
3. Policies
4. Amenities and Recreational
Areas
5. Weather and Climate
 THINGS TO
REMEMBER WHEN
DESIGNING
LOW-RISE HOUSING
6. Safety
7. Noise and Pollution
8. Diversity
9. Landscape
10. Sustainability