Construction of Architecture

The construction of Architecture (as a Part) involves translating Design Concepts into physical
structures. It encompasses a series of carefully planned and executed phases, combining creativity,
engineering, and project management.

The current Project has been divided into several work parts along with allied disciplines. The active
pats of the projects as below:

❖ Site Plane
❖ Gate House
❖ Parking Lots (Staff)
❖ Parking Lots (Service Vehicles)
❖ Administration Building
❖ MEP Rooms
❖ Workshop & Stores
❖ Allied Service Buildings
❖ Landscape (Hard & Soft)
❖ Boundary Wall (Fence)

Architecture construction is involved even in service buildings which are only purpose build facilities.
Landscape is also a big connection for architecture constructions.

Figure Site Plan depicting Associated Buildings and Services

Keeping in view the Architectural Construction the following stages can be defined as acute steps to
be followed.
 A. Pre-Construction Phase
B. Construction Phase
C. Post-Construction Phase

Now we would like to elaborate these phases one by one in light of the Project

A. PRE-CONSTRUCTION PHASE
The pre-construction phase includes creating a strategic plan for the project, creating a design,
securing permits or entitlements, and gathering the labour and resources required for construction.
The most common paths to follow would be like as below.

Conceptualization & Design

• Site Analysis: Examination of site topography, soil conditions, and climate to inform design
decisions.

• Client Consultation: Collaborative sessions to establish a clear project brief, budget, and
aesthetic preferences.

• Schematic Design: Initial sketches and massing models to explore design concepts and
spatial layouts.

• Sustainability Integration: Incorporating passive design strategies like natural ventilation,

daylighting, and solar orientation early in the design.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Involvement of engineers, consultants, and authorities to align on

feasibility.

Permits & Approvals

• Zoning Compliance: Ensuring adherence to land use regulations and building setbacks.

• Environmental Approvals: Conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) where

required.

• Utility Connections: Coordination with local providers for water, electricity, and sewage.

Figure Depicting the Whole Process

B. CONSTRUCTION PHASE
The construction process is the detailed steps required to complete your construction project. This
process can be broken down into five phases –Planning/Design, pre-construction, procurement,
construction, and post-construction. Depending on the size and scope of the project, each phase has
its own set of challenges.

Site Preparation

• Clearing & Grading: Removing existing vegetation or structures and levelling the ground.

• Temporary Facilities: Setting up site offices, access roads, and storage for materials.

Structural Framework

• Material Selection: Use of steel, reinforced concrete, timber, or prefabricated systems

depending on the design and context.

• Load Calculations: Precision engineering to ensure the structure can handle static and
dynamic loads.

• Seismic & Wind Considerations: Reinforcement for structural stability in earthquake-prone

or high-wind regions.

Figure Structural Frameworks

Building Envelope

• Wall Systems: Constructing external walls with thermal and acoustic insulation.

• Roofing: Designing for water drainage, insulation, and resistance to weather.

• Fenestration: High-performance windows and doors for energy efficiency.

MEP Systems

• Integration Planning: Coordination to ensure MEP systems fit within architectural and
structural spaces without conflicts.

• Automation: Smart building systems for lighting, climate control, and security.

Interior & Finishing Work

• Material Choice: Selection of finishes (tiles, paints, flooring) that balance durability,
aesthetics, and cost.

• Custom Features: Installation of unique elements like feature walls, built-in furniture, or
artistic installations.

• Ergonomics: Ensuring that spaces like kitchens, bathrooms, and work areas are user-friendly.

Figure MEP Systems

C. POST-CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Post-construction is a collective of all the final processes completed to hand the finished project over
to the owner. This consists of completing all punch list items, final inspections and walkthroughs, and
final building.

Quality Assurance

• Building Code Inspections: Verifications by municipal bodies to ensure legal compliance.

• Independent Testing: Engagement of third-party inspectors for systems like fire alarms,
elevators, and energy efficiency.

Handover

• Operational Training: Educating building managers or owners on system operations.

 • Documentation: As-built drawings, operation manuals, and maintenance schedules handed
to the client.

Maintenance

• Energy Monitoring: Use of energy management systems to track and optimize performance.

• Upgrades: Future-proofing with modular systems that allow for expansions or technology
updates.

INNOVATIVE ASPECTS IN MODERN CONSTRUCTION

Sustainability Practices

• Green Materials: Bamboo, recycled steel, and low-carbon concrete.

• Renewable Energy: Integration of solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal systems.

• Rainwater Harvesting: Systems to collect and reuse water for irrigation or flushing.

Figure Sustainability Practices benefits

Technology Adoption

• Building Information Modelling (BIM): Real-time collaboration among stakeholders using

digital 3D models.

• Prefabrication: Off-site manufacturing of components for faster and more precise assembly.

• Drones & Robotics: Site monitoring, surveying, and even automated bricklaying.