RC Residential Building
G+5 reinforced concrete residential building with beam-column slab structural system. This was a fun project that taught me a lot about real-world design constraints.
Project Objective
Design a residential building that's safe, economical, and can be constructed efficiently.
Structural System
Reinforced concrete moment frame structure with interior shear walls
Tools Used
Project visualization
The Real Challenge
The main challenge was optimizing member sizes to keep costs down while ensuring the building could handle all load combinations without exceeding drift limits. I had to work through several iterations in ETABS to find the sweet spot.
My Approach
I started by analyzing the load paths, then used ETABS to model various configurations. By strategically placing shear walls and optimizing beam depth-to-span ratios, I was able to reduce material wastage by 12% without compromising safety.
My Process
Understand the Problem
Spent time understanding the site conditions, constraints, and requirements before jumping into modeling.
Create a Model
Built a detailed 3D structural model accounting for all load cases and boundary conditions.
Analyze & Iterate
Ran multiple analyses with different configurations to find the optimal design.
Design & Verify
Designed all members per applicable codes and verified results against industry standards.
Document & Communicate
Created clear drawings and documentation for construction and contractor teams.
Key Results
Maximum storey drift: 12 mm (within IS 1893 limits)
Material efficiency improved by 12%
All members designed per IS 456-2000
Construction-friendly design achieved
Interested in How I Work?
This is just one example of the challenges I've solved. I love tackling new structural problems and collaborating with teams to deliver great results. Let's chat about your project!