SUBJECT : LOW COST BUILDING DESIGN & TECHNIQUES

ASSIGNMENT 1 :

BUILDING COMPONENTS
INFLUENCING COSTS
Name of Guide : Ar. Vivek Jain

Name :Gautam Prajapat

Malhar Jain
Topic :Structrue
 Introduction
◈ Importance of Structural Systems in Construction
◈ • The choice of structural system in construction projects has a significant impact on costs,
timelines, and overall
◈ project success.
◈ • Structural systems refer to thc framework that supports the building, including walls, columns,
beams, and
◈ foundations.
◈ • Different structural systems have varying levels ot complexity, materials, and labor
requirements, which directlyaffect construction costs.
Factors Affecting Construction Costs
◈ Materials:
◈ The cost of construction materials can
vary significantly depending on factors
such as availability, quality, and
◈ Location:
◈ Specialized materials or custom
finishes can also increase costs.
◈ Labor:
◈ Labor costs include wages, benefits,
and insurance for construction
workcrs.
◈ Skilled labor, such as electricians or
plumbers, may be more expensive than
general labor
 Site Conditions:
◈ Site conditions, such as soil type,
topography, and access, can impact
construction costs.
◈ Difficult site conditions may require
additional excavation or foundation
work, increasing costs,
◈ Design Complexity:
◈ The complexity of the design,
including architectural features or
structural systems, can affect
construction costs.
◈ • Unique or unconventional designs
may require specialized construction
techniques and materials, increasing
costs.
◈ Efficient Use of Materials
◈ Efficient use of materials refers to the practice of maxim Wing the value and minimizing waste
in the production and
◈ construction processes. By optimizing the use of materials, businesses and individuals can
achieve cost savings,
◈ reduce environmental impact, and enhance affordability.
◈ Contributing to Affordability
◈ efficient use of materials plays a crucial role in making products and services more affordable.
It helps to minimize
◈ production costs, reduce resource consumption, and improve overall efficiency. This, in turn,
allows for lower prices,
◈ making products and services more accessible to a wider range 01 consumers.
◈ Use of Recycled Materials in Construction
◈ The use of recycled materials in construction
can
◈ significantly contl ibu te to affordability.
◈ Recycled materials such as reclaimed wood,
◈ recycled concrete, and recycled metal can bc
used in
◈ various construction projects.
◈ These materials are otten more costættective
◈ compared to new materials, reducing overall
◈ construction costs.
◈ Additionally, the use of recycled materials
helps
◈ reduce waste and promotes sustainability in the
◈ construction industry.
◈Thank you…