Assuming you are a building construction engineer, your client has asked you to carry out an evaluation of and report on an existing commercial building. Using an iconic building in the UK as a case study, describe the existing construction features presented below:
For each of the above elements, critically analyze the construction details in relation to functional requirements and sustainability, with the aid of images/ drawings and photographs. The analysis should cover:
For your case study, in particular, you should also produce a series of annotated drawings/sketches that show how each element of your selected building is constructed and relates to the other elements. The drawings/sketches are to be your own and not downloaded from the Internet.
Furthermore, your client has further instructed you to propose innovative solutions for upgrading the building in compliance with the current building regulations, sustainable construction materials, and methods to improve the overall building performance.
Discuss and critically analyze the main differences between high-rise and low-rise commercial building requirements for each of the elements highlighted above. Give examples and evidence of existing commercial buildings to support your analysis.
