The Construction Zone #1: Residential Construction

Hello everyone, I welcome you to this introductory lesson on "Residential Construction". As we well know, shelter (house) has remained one of the outstanding basic needs of man. However, the comfort attached to this shelter is not tradable.

In this publication, we will be looking at what residential construction and a house are as well as the first process involved in the process. Therefore, come along with me, and let's learn together.

Residential Construction

Residential construction, also known as house building, is the set of procedures used for constructing a brand-new house or dwelling. It includes various stages, from planning and designing to the construction and completion of the building. Residential construction also has to do with the renovation or repair of homes and apartments.

A House
A house is a structure or building that provides a dwelling for individuals or one or more families. It is a semi-permanent or intransient residence providing security, comfort, and shelter for its occupants.

Now, let's take a look at the characteristics of a house.

An average house customarily has the following characteristics:

• Walls and roof

A house has a roof and walls for the provision of protection or security from the elements.

• Doors and windows

A house has doors and windows for the provision of entry and exit points, and natural light as well as ventilation.

• Floors and rooms

A house normally has several floors and rooms, including a kitchen, bedrooms, living areas, and bathrooms.

• Plumbing and electrical systems

A house generally has electrical and plumbing systems for the provision of power, water, and sanitation to its occupants.

• Heating and cooling systems

A house may be installed with heating and cooling systems for the regulation of the indoor temperature as well as the provision of comfort to its occupants.

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Types of Houses
Houses come in different types, now let's look at a few types of houses:

• Detached house

An independent house that isn't joined to any other building.

• Semi-detached house

A house that is joined to another house through a shared wall.

Terraced house

A house that is joined to other houses on either side, resulting in the formation of a row of houses.

• Apartment

A reserved (self-contained) housing unit that is a component of a larger building.

• Mobile home

A prefabricated house designed to be movable.

• Modular home

A prefabricated house built in a factory and put together on-site.

These are just a number of examples of the manifold varied types of houses in existence. Every type of house is known for its own unique characteristics, benefits, as well as disadvantages.

Functions of a House
A house serves numerous functions, the following are a few of them:

• Shelter

A house offers guarding from the elements as well as a sense of security.

• Comfort

A house makes provision for a comfortable living space that fulfills the physical and emotional requirements of its occupants.

• Privacy

A house offers a personal space for its occupants to work, live, and relax.

• Storage

A house makes attainable storage space for furniture, belongings, as well as other household items.

• Socialization

A house makes provision for a space for social function, entertainment, socialization, as well as community building.

In conclusion, a house is a composite and intricate structure that serves several functions, providing a sense of security and comfort, as well as belonging to its occupants.

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This is where we call it a day, see you in the next publication.