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Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by Nobody: 9:47am On Apr 20, 2017 |
Truefederalism: It doesn't matter. The beauty of engineering is finding solutions to issues. Slight concave curvature to the roof and directing water to adequately sized drains will solve any pooling of water issues. There are many flat roofs in Lagos/Ibadan. Anyways, I've noticed that this thread is unfortunately on the front page so I'm out. 3 Likes |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by ihedioramma: 10:16am On Apr 20, 2017 |
jabolo:How much can this cost? |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by Mrjo(m): 10:16am On Apr 20, 2017 |
jabolo:no photo s we used wood to make the floor of some of them and concrete in some, then create window on the roof 1 Like |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by BRAINCRASH(m): 10:47am On Apr 20, 2017 |
There are many of such examples of rooms in roof scattered all over Abuja....the difference is the materials and method of construction......we Architects understand our clients.....Nigerians don't have maintenance culture....so in all designs and construction we think of readily available materials also considering the fact that the construction process will still have issues of corner-cutting......eve in the design of flat and slab roofs.....details are not usually followed.....those technical specifications that make such roofs work are seen as grammar and jargon that are just included to increase volume of sheets.....All the question by the OP are doable ....its just he factors that surround it that makes it the way it looks... 2 Likes |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by ADAMUdaCOWBOY: 10:58am On Apr 20, 2017 |
KolaShangOne:Not true! Utilisation of thermal efficient materials and construction techniques will fix every concern due to our hot climate . 1 Like |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by Xtopher123(m): 11:55am On Apr 20, 2017 |
The thing is that a lot of clients really don't know about this idea. Believe me if they do, it'll be as a requirement in their brief and that would force the architect to implement it at the minimum cost possible. There are vast materials In the industry that are thermal efficient.. it's practically doable here in our clime just that it's not been requested by clients.. Now it also comes down to the client's pocket and versatility... 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by nextstep(m): 1:12pm On Apr 20, 2017 |
EgunMogaji: Except unlike those places, we are in the tropics with high humidity and rain that will ruin those walls. You need a roof overhang that throws water away from the wall, preventing water from hitting the top of the wall and seeping through. I suppose with a water tight seal on top and for the first foot, it can be done. You also need a lot of space between ceiling and roof to deal with the high heat and humidity. We also used to have small holes in the wall just before the roof to circulate air, and it would help to have a whole-house fan to pull out hot air. Look at other tropical countries: Jamaica, Thailand, and you'll see roofing more similar to ours. When I built recently with a flat roof, I left a gap of 1m between ceiling and roof, and then made small holes on two sides of the wall to help with air circulation. I plan to put a fan up there too. In that space we have some equipment as well as the tanker style water tank (which sits right above the bathroom so spills will drain into the shower area) 4 Likes |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by herrdeustch: 1:48pm On Apr 20, 2017 |
I saw the need for this type of space utilisation so I launched this a year ago. My FB page is https://www.facebook.com/VicdugavisRooftopStorageSolution/ 2 Likes
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Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by jabolo(m): 2:51pm On Apr 20, 2017 |
herrdeustch: Good job! This advert is very pertinent to the subject matter. You need a proper website bro. 2 Likes |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by Nobody: 3:31pm On Apr 20, 2017 |
nextstep: South USA is very humid yet they manage to "git er done". Every single excuse you gave as a con is easily overcome. 1 Like |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by Nobody: 3:34pm On Apr 20, 2017 |
herrdeustch: Thanks for not sitting around making excuses but got up and started filling a need. 2 Likes |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by arkitekt: 4:31pm On Apr 20, 2017 |
It's also very important to consider it at design stage for durability, accessibility as well as services. Introducing it after the entire might compromise the integrity of the the roof because some roof trusses could be affected. 1 Like |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by herrdeustch: 8:06pm On Apr 20, 2017 |
arkitekt:I am a registered engineer and I also have a structural expert that I consult for any project. We advise on the maximum safe working load that your converted roof can carry based on your building after careful investigation. A good job is what we want. Safety First! 1 Like |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by jabolo(m): 4:02pm On Apr 21, 2017 |
herrdeustch: I wish you all the best in this. I'll probably contact you with some details of the ongoing building work. Like I said, it will be a future retrofit (initially to liberate storage space) but your counsel would be important. Thanks. 2 Likes |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by herrdeustch: 9:08pm On Apr 21, 2017 |
jabolo:Thank you. Looking forward . |
Re: Quick Question On Roof Space Utility by KolaShangOne(m): 11:54am On Apr 25, 2017 |
jabolo: I don't know about the USA. but I checked online.Not one to argue much but let me give an example. Bauchi in North Eastern Nigeria has a higher temperature than Lagos. But it's colder than Lagos cos of humidity. t's like a place can be hot and still be cold. Also HVAC systems work better there cos 24hrs power.
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