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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bixton(m): 9:16pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
Flaghouse1: There's always a catch phrase on every house plan based on that. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 9:17pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
raymondFirstborn: i hope he will have better arguments than your braggadocio about "codedly" earning money or your self inflicted wounds "artisans don't know what a QS is" 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Flaghouse1: 9:19pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
EgunMogaji: Right, most designs are amenable to wood build,that's why when you see some foreign architectural designs when built you hardly find flaws ,looks almost exactly like like the architectural design "ab initio 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by raymondFirstborn(m): 9:24pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
Flaghouse1: Yes o.Imagine they brought one mad roof design to our office lastweek. ROOF WEY BE SAY IF OYINBO see, Him GO SHOCK.We had to reject the design. Most architects would just put down their imagination on paper without thinking of onsite construction. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bixton(m): 9:26pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
snakebeat:I think you're getting it mixed up. Standard-------- something above average, acceptable generally, of right quality,etc,etc. A room is standard when it is 3.6X3.6m. Anything short of that is not. Hope you get my drift now. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by raymondFirstborn(m): 9:26pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
oyb:Of cause na oga at the top b dat o olumide4christ |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Flaghouse1: 9:28pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
raymondFirstborn: Nice of you for rejecting the job,it's when construction time come now the BOQ for roof be N7million after analysis , the man go tell people say you and builder done plan to reap him off, "Keeping it simple is beautiful " 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by raymondFirstborn(m): 9:33pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
Flaghouse1: Na soooo. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by snakebeat: 9:48pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
bixton:I got your drift very well It shouldn't be less than d benchmark, that is my point. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 9:55pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
snakebeat: You'll forgive me of course if I don't start demolishing my padlock garage because the rooms are fashionably unstandard 9'10" |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by snakebeat: 9:59pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
oyb:My brother i have been seeing your comments on this QS issue & i must say i m very surprised to say the least!!! You think some artisans know architect? They call everyone one on site an engineer. Every practicing architect needs a QS, even if they quote projects themselves, they all still need a QS to go through it. I am an architect, all the senior architects i have worked with all have QS rendering part time or full time services to vet their estimates. Once a building is above one floor, QS is important. I was surprised when u said there is no QS in your firm. I will never estimate anything more than a bungalow for a firm, unless it is my personal contract. Because if anything go awry, as an architect i can't defend it. Just the same way i won't do structural drawing for a firm. I must tell u d truth sir, QS are very important for major projects. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by snakebeat: 10:04pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
EgunMogaji:Of course we all compromise at some point sir. Everyone is guilty sir, even our so called professors during school, when i see some of their designs, i truly know nobody is perfect. 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 10:16pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
snakebeat: already said oyb: |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by luvablesam(m): 10:27pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
raymondFirstborn: The land is 60 by 120..thats like almost the only detail i basically know now...architectural plan isnt ready now |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by raymondFirstborn(m): 10:29pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
luvablesam:send me a mail check my signature. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Timtol(m): 10:32pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
raymondFirstborn:Whatsapp me on 08100452977 Pls I need experience, honesty,fear of God n transparency. Will b expecting u 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by raymondFirstborn(m): 10:34pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
Timtol:okay |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by raymondFirstborn(m): 10:45pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
Timtol:just sent you a message my ba3 might die any minute from now sir.Until tomorrow morning. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by abunafiu(m): 11:12pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
EgunMogaji: Good idea. I was able to install this many months back. It's a 12v battery operated siren alarm. My whole community now depends on it each time we have an emergency. Also recently added a boerboel dog to be on guard duty. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Timtol(m): 11:16pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
raymondFirstborn:Ok seen. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 11:25pm On Sep 03, 2017 |
abunafiu: I salute you, Sir. Many will just sit and whinge online without taking active steps. Nigeria is a reactive society but one needs to become proactive for survival.
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 12:22am On Sep 04, 2017 |
EgunMogaji: Think about POP that has to be dropped o, or adding dropping chandeliers... too low ceiling, no good. Unfortunately, I couldn't have anything low 'cos I am already almost 7ft tall. Hajji M. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 12:36am On Sep 04, 2017 |
mufutau55: I guess it depends on what one is building. I am building a modern house which has no interest for chandeliers. I used a standard USA height for my ceilings and taking low energy into account. High ceiling does nothing but increased energy cost because you'll basically be heating/cooling dead space. I also do not subscribe to the elaborate POP designs. To each his own though but this goes to show that there is no such thing as standard per see, especially in individual builds as long as the building codes are not violated. I tell my builder and most artisans on my site that I am the General Contractor, they are simply onsite to help me get things done.
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 12:52am On Sep 04, 2017 |
EgunMogaji: You are right, it depends on individuals. I have problem with low houses even in USA as I always thought I will hit my head on something. But all of us are not the same... imagine those NBA guys who are even much taller than me. But Yes, you should have control on your build. Hajji M. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bixton(m): 7:07am On Sep 04, 2017 |
"Standard" is somewhat synonymous to "Normal" in the subject matter considering all manner of approved codes and regulations. What exactly is the USA standard ceiling height from floor and also a modern house in a broad perspective? Building in Nigeria A low ceiling to floor height will definitely make your room to be stuffy if the right number of window openings is not put on that particular section going with the aesthetic sense of using 1000mm as window width in recent builds. Except one wants to go cheap why will he be bothered about heat/cooling on wasted/dead spaces? I guess those spaces are good for cobwebs. Lighting in a house; Till the invention of energy saving bulbs,LED,etc,etc lighting has always been illumination. It has nothing to do with heat and very insignificant because if it is, we all would be putting on our bulbs at night while sleeping. Don't get me wrong here. There are numerous ways to generate heat in a build to ease cold but I do not entirely think it's required in Nigeria because even when the weather is cold we'll still put on our air condition units. But one can opt for it in his home if he decides. Aesthetic Recent designs are making the use of ceiling fans and even wall lights old fashioned. The use of POP as ceiling, LED lights within them have given most builds a renewed sense of taste. With less force one should not be able to touch the ceiling of his house with hands stretched up and if you do then your ceiling is definitely low. 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by skimanski(m): 8:08am On Sep 04, 2017 |
snakebeat: Bros forget that one. You know say I no go do height of less than 2.1. Why didnt you ask me if I will agree to a height on 3meter. Make you see the big yes. as far as the door can be fabricated to hold. There is nothing like Standard window height. There is only a reasonable notion that you can want the height of the window to follow the height of door. Even for door height, you dont use the word standard. You use the word "commonly used Height" Picture one was built by the second largest Building construction co in Nigeria. See the door? standard was thrown out the window, I can imagine what the height of the internal doors would be. Maybe their Architects no pass Bsc. Bros lets be realistic. As far as you can calculate the structural viability of the Architecture and the livability, then you are good. Thats what make you an Architect. to Design you way through anything (Working out a design solution to a Problem). 3 Likes
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by skimanski(m): 8:10am On Sep 04, 2017 |
EgunMogaji: Sir thanks for this Picture. Abeg help me tell them ooooooo. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by alstacs(m): 8:26am On Sep 04, 2017 |
Timtol: May I humbly ask why? This is science and possibly less of art, so it may be nice to know the reason. Thank you sir. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 8:32am On Sep 04, 2017 |
skimanski: Your reputation precedes you Sir, and frankly thanks for bringing up a discussion. I know that you're not looking for answers from here. I have 8 feet ceilings here in the US and "I" don't need more than that in Nigeria even though I will end up with about 9 or 10 feet tray ceilings. This in tandem with my 500 square foot central courtyard should aid greatly in air exchange. You lead Sir and I follow. I have spent uncountable hours perusing through your build threads. Some people cannot be helped and it's just a comical relief to read their postings
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bixton(m): 8:46am On Sep 04, 2017 |
skimanski: Please what purpose or function does that building serves? |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bixton(m): 8:49am On Sep 04, 2017 |
Indeed a great comical relief. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 8:55am On Sep 04, 2017 |
I'm getting serious about doing my kitchen and I need intelligent guidance on how to price the work. Is it priced per square feet or it's a free for all price scheme whereby an artisan can demand anything they feel like? Thanks in advance. |
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