somehow:
Please house, help review this plan.

Thanks in advance.





Don't blink...

The laundry and the kitchen having a strong relationship isn't right to me, can you move dirty clothes and probably kids messed up napkins through your kitchen to the laundry?
Assuming you want to achieve a proper laundry then it should have a verandah attached to it, where you can hang some clothes to dry up during rainfalls.

The inclined wall just created a little unusable space, you can straighten the wall.

Finally, coordinate your dimensions. I just saw 939mm for door opening, 3664mm for bedroom, there ain't right.

Above all the plan works well.

Daalu.

But if I were you I would do it this way as shown on the sketch.
As you move into the entrance porch, you meet a 4ft door that leads to the circulation lobby, this time no anteroom.
On the left side, beneath the second flight of stairs, you have your visitors toilet which you can access from the proposed parlor marked "p".
Now, you zone your parlor, dining, kitchen to the left side of the plan. From the circulation lobby you have a door way of about 2.1m with an Arch top, this will help through in light from the parlor to the circulation lobby.
From the parlor you move into the dining with another 2.1m doorway with Arch top. Then behind the dining you have your kitchen.

Then on the right side of the plan, you have the bedrooms and it's conveniences.
Zoning the bedrooms and convenience to one side will also help in running the plumbing pipes and inspection chambers, you won't have to have waste pipes and inspection chambers running around your building.

Note: you can decide to either eliminate or keep the rear staircase.

Daalu.

nannymcphee:
hello to the house, I earlier put my plan up here for criticism. I got some reviews, saydfact as promised, helped with a redesign at no cost. Attached is the 1st brief. I will love to get the input of the house.

One of the challenge he faced was that i told him to try to maintain the existing facade because the initial plan had already been approved by the estate body.

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UC92

Having that dining at that particular position doesn't go well because if you furnish that space with your dining set, there won't be adequate space for circulation to other areas, ventilation and lighting is also an issue.

I wonder if the width of the visitor's wc is up to 900mm.

Assuming you want to go ahead with the new plan, move the entrance door from the anteroom to one end of the wall so the other end can have a window even if it is just 450mm wide.
Open up a door from the anteroom to the room on the left so it could serve as a visitor's room, then close up the opening connecting it to the dining, this will help isolate visitors from the rest of the building.

nannymcphee:


Thanks alot BrickDevo.

@UC92 Your input is valued.

This following thread will give you my history. I have engaged and paid 3 architect so far.

https://www.nairaland.com/6168555/please-kindly-criticize-3bedroom-plan (1st Architect)

https://www.nairaland.com/2550211/general-topic-thread-to-discuss-anything/2288#103081162 (2nd & 3rd Architect)

The 2bedroom/1bedroom BQ was redesigned by N3xt. (Architect 3)

I didn't give N3xt this 3bedroom to review/redesign, wanted to start with the BQ.


The BQ will soon be roofed and I am thinking of starting the foundation of the 3bedroom. I was intimidated with the cost of starting the 3bedroom but the experience of the BQ has allayed that. This is why i am bringing it to the house for review. it appears i will be needing a 4th Architect. so all reviews are highly welcome

On the issue of two staircase, I requested for it. I wanted an entry and exit point for the 1st floor(in case of emergency and also, the need to be able to exit/access the house without visitors knowing you have come in or what you are bringing into the house)

For the other 2 questions, I dont have the answer to them.

Attached is a rough site plan, Rightside (BQ) is developed with those spacing. Leftside is undeveloped but those spacing are what MUST be maintained upon development. Arrows shows where the building is facing/will face

I still put it to you that you do not need an extra staircase in this design. The challenge you have is that the designer has failed to give the stair a proper orientation where visitors won't notice your movement to and fro the build.

The issue of emergency egress holds no water, the maximum distance one could travel in need of emergency egress is 30metres. For each of those stairs you have there one won't even cover over 9m from any part of the building and you still think it is necessary.

Also factor the cost of having a second stair.

BrickDevo:

Poor representation, basic symbols are missing, the flow is not looking good, i will always recommend that the designer should always furnish the spaces, so we can understand the relationship between the furniture and spaces. Brb

.... The floor plan looks good, perhaps it could even look better, i like that you provided a big window for the central lobby to provide lighting, kudos, the parlour and dining is properly ventilated and natural lighting will not be lacking, however i feel the dining is too small, i will recommended 2700mm, a small dining set for 6 would be 800mm for table, 2x400mm for the chairs on both sides, then a minimum of 350mm for leg space, if you sum it up, movement will be neary impossible around the dining.

For the kitchen, it is narrow too, but that will depend on your the type of kitchen layout you choose, to maximise the space you have there, i suggest L shaped, and would be better if the door is moved closer to the door nearer to the dining.

For the bedrooms having a mutual wall, i think it would be much easier for plumbing if the toilets are side by side. The rooms seems to be designed not to use beds with headboard, the spacing between those windows will mean no headboard, but that would be unfair for the master bedroom, i suggested you give a minimum of 1800mm as spacing between two tiny windows in the masters bedroom for headboard.

The upper floor is no no please redesign
Why is the wall layout going zigzag. In practice it best you stick to the grid concept, it is easier to build. look at the wc locations and the door locations. To be sincere if you continue with this design you will end up breaking already built walls, also ensure a good structural engineer does a critical study of this design and take his advice and recommendations serious, even that of a mechanical engineer too. I wish you well

The lounge and dining area which you think is ventilated cos of the number of windows might not be ventilated if that part of the building is on the leeward axis of the land hence the reason why it is adviced to have windows on at least two sides of a space with considerable distance apart the windows.

Fenestration is important for thermal comfort in a building, you don't just place windows anyhow you feel like, it has to be thought over. Thanks brickdevo.

nannymcphee:
The house should please help me criticize this plan. suggestions and corrections are welcome.

Pic 1-Ground Floor
Pic 2-1st Floor

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In as much as I know my opinion will have little or no impact on the final outcome of this design, I must say without mincing words intending homeowners or developers should try as much as possible to engage Architects to render quality Architectural services.
This particular design here has failed in almost every aspect of basic Architectural consideration:
Climatology
Design Economics
Functional flow.

Please ask your designer these questions
1. Why do you need two staircase for this design?
2. Why is non of the functional spaces cross ventilated?
3. Why the shape of the floorplan?

Your entry point seem like a hideout to me. The essence of your anteroom is defeated. I wish I could talk to whoever did this one on one.
Good luck ma.

Imas007:
Hello my Good People, Thank you very much for your Positive feedback, suggestions and criticism for the detailed architectural floor plan of 3 Bedrooms at the front and 1 Bedroom at the back on 50x100 fts I posted days ago. Here is the Modified Plan and 3D Representation of the plan. Any feedback, criticism and suggestion will be appreciated.

Thank you all.

Boss, Good to see you are making headway in your quest to get a working Architectural design, However I have my reservations about this particular floor plan.
1. Transiting to other spaces from the anteroom through the lounge isn't a good idea, the idea of an anteroom is to give the lounge a bit of privacy especially when important guests are meeting in the lounge, hence the essence of the anteroom in my opinion has been defeated.
2. Your lobby is a high traffic space and should have a primary source of light to reduce the possibility of accident. Find a way to lit up the lobby please.
3. Your kitchen terrace is a non functional one, there are so small that they may not even take up your door swing. Kitchen terraces usually serve as a waste collection point, where you deposit kitchen wastes, at times users even go as far as having their gas cylinders stationed at the kitchen terrace.
4. I can see some wasted spaces, I marked them red.
5. Circulation path in one of your rooms is a diagonal one and would affect the furniture arrangement and the overall space use.

Peace be with you.

Imas007:
This is a detailed architectural floor plan on a 50by100fit plot which comprises of a 3bed room flat in the front with an ante room and a laundry, all rooms ensuit and a bed seater attached behind from my Engineer. I would appreciate any constructive criticism, any feedback that would help me out.

The Floorplan is not detailed at all and lacks Architectural sense.
Faulty thought process.
Please engage an Architect to get the right flows.

michlins:
oga mi make I come run your tank stand sir

Sharp Guy.
Kudos.

BrickDevo:
350k is obviously too much

Some parts of IMO state take as much as 750k for borehole.
Last year I did one in Nkwerre L.G.A and another one at Anara Isiala Mbano.
The areas you might do it below 300k is Owerri and Mbaise.

n3xt:


Robin Poker - 200 - 250k
Robin Plate Compactor - 250k +

I’m not a dealer. I recently bought the 2 machine.

Thank you sir.

Any dealer on Poker vibrator and Earth Compacting machine?
What is the current cost?

uncleteeh:

Exactly.
An architect's job is to supervise when it comes to building construction. (From start to finish)
He/she must make sure all things are done accordingly. All other consultants too would contribute, they ensure their areas in which they are involved in a project are well done.
In mega projects, an architect will issue a certificate of completion to a contractor or builder in charge of such project.

In a nutshell, the Architect is the Prime Consultant in every building project.

A 500 Capacity Event Centre
*Featuring*
3 Mini Halls.
1 Main Hall.
3 Number Standard Suite.
1 Number Executive Suite
Restaurant/Bar
Kitchen
Reception
Concourse
Stores
Back stage
Convenience
Security House.
Parking Lots.

Plot Size 1100 Square metre.

mountmoriah:
I will supply u from Obigbo in port Harcourt not far from imo, I have a project in orlu in imo very soon

What's the cost of sawmill boards in Ph? Will be commencing a decking job there in 2-3weeks time.

Laudbtc:
Great engineers in the house, please I need your criticism on this as I intend to utilize this plan for my structure which was done by a kind gesture from this great platform.
Thank you.

No two projects are exactly the same.
Better relate this floorplan to your survey plan for you to get an informed critic.

Considering the economic realities of the country, is this a fair quote?

Specifications
5mm grey glass
Black foreign profile
Net
32mm galvanised pipe placed horizontally as burglary.
(Casement window)

The standard is actually 3*6ft4

Ibrahimndg57:
Good day Sirs
I am Ibrahim, an MSc 2 student of Architecture, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
I am in need of your help with info on construction companies, Architectural firms and Architects in Zaria, Kaduna state to work with. Will be glad if anyone is with first hand Information please.
Thanks in anticipation.

First and foremost, get in touch with your state chapter of NIA, participate actively in their functions. You will hopefully get connect from there.
E no easy for Architects in naija.
Good luck sir.

Charisdesigns:
However a normal plaster would come out fine if you get the right people for the job

Attach is a marvelous job done in the estate of our current build.

Meanwhile, who else noticed the sudden love for grey and dove gray color by all and sundry

Nice touch.

hslbroker2:
Proposed 5 Bedroom duplex design, call us through our signature for your drawings

This will likely pose a problem later on.

n3xt:




Maybe it’ll cost a little more but at N3,000 / 0.6sqm (excluding studs and installation cost which is considerably reasonable), I think the cost would be cheaper than plastering/screeding/painting or plastering and applying tiles to achieve same result in the long run.

The pics below are naija installs. Currently working on one, would share final looks here and on kobocity.



I agree completely but it can’t be compared with the benefits of a material that offers more in terms of value.

1. Low maintenance
2. Durability (doesn’t crack or warp)
3. Aesthetically pleasing
4. Waterproof / Fireproof




Not new though. @dominionng has been using this for years.

What is the material composition of this particular one?

twinskenny:
hehe they will jump fence o… is better to have a mai guard as security… payment per month from 20k..

Some dubious ones may even connive with area boys to steal materials from site.

jabberjawz:
Bosses in the house, It's me again.... , one quick curious question, How do you guys ensure the safety & security of materials in your building site........my estate has been hot lately with some thieves who specialize in stealing rods even when the rods are securely chained........this night/morning they succeeded in moving a number of 10mm & 8mm rods from my site...…..av been mad since morning, considering the rising cost of rods by the day........I honestly wish I can dash the thieves Leprosy in their hands & legs...............

Boss sorry for the unfortunate experience you have had in your project.

How I handle sites prone to loss of materials via stealing.

If it is almost impossible to take inventory of materials at my project site, I usually adopt the JUST IN TIME approach where I make payment to vendors on required materials and liaise with them to only deliver the quantity needed for a particular day.
Usually I use bike men for such arrangement, they deliver quantities of rods,binding wire,cement, wood needed for the day, that way we do not store anything on site.

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What's the current cost of your 60*60 Spanish tiles.
Good morning sir.

megacontrol:
Good concern you've raised.

While there are many ways to mitigate such effect... what do you reckon is the most practical approach from your experience?
That's without using a roof, thereby maintaining the contemporary appeal of the build.

Will coping the parapet make any difference?
That bland wall definitely has to be prepared to withstand weathering.

Thanks

How many home owners can afford to run maintenance on their builds once every three years or 1/3 of the entire build every year in this country?

Exposing walls to weather is something Architects and builders should be mindful of. The regular Coping on a parapet doesn't offer much protection to the wall.

For me doing a monopitch roof of about 10-12 degrees with eaves of at least 450mm will help protect the walls while still maintaining the contemporary nature of the design.

Happy Sunday Sir.

Kambols95:
Hello my people, please check out this design by yours truly (@makdesignsncounsult)

CUBISM
Nice rendering.
I like those Louvre like grill especially the one at the balcony, it will afford some privacy and good shades from sun rays.
What happens in the double volume space with high rise grill?
My worry is the weather effect on your parapet and external walls.

Good morning everyone.

n3xt:
We finally secured planning permit for Shógúnlè Contemporary Lux Living.

Oga N3xt, I am interested in seeing how you will handle the green roof.
What category of glass would you use for the rail bounding your roof garden?

oluwaleokey:
Hey guys
I don't know if I'm on the right thread
I want to read up on building a house from scratch...to enable me have a prior knowledge of the different stages.... first step till the last stage.

With the small fund I have been able to save, I wish to build a three bedroom flat on my land. What are the processes, yes I am aware I need the services of an engineer, builder etc but I equally wish to sound professional while engaging them before they deal with me lol

If here is not the right place, kindly recommend a thread...simply put...I want to save cost at any given opportunity
Many thanks guys

Good day sir. You are on the right thread.

Building projects usually runs in 3 stages or phases;
1. Stage one : Preliminary design/ sketch development/ preliminary or interim cost forecast. At this stage you have to think about what you requirements you want your build to satisfy. It is important that you involve an Architect at this stage to help tailor your needs to suit your purpose. At this stage most of the planning is done, if you fail to get things right at this stage the outcome may not be favorable.
NB. Do not proceed to the next stage if you have not taken care of this stage.
The deliverables you are expected to achieve at this stage includes, schematics of site layout showing set backs and access road, floor plans showing the flow of activities fenestration and furniture arrangements, 3D models showing different views.
Do not forget to post the schematics here for objective criticism.

2. Working drawing/production drawing and Tendering stage.
If stage one is satisfactorily completed, then the Architect, Engineers produce the needed drawings. Architectural, Structural, Electrical and Mechanical drawings. These makes up the contract/ tender documents, estimates to be submitted by any contractor will be based on this.
NB. Architectural deliverable is beyond the 8sheets of paper some folks presents as Architectural drawing. It should include but not limited to.
a. Site location plan showing the site from a landmark. Overlaying a Google map is preferable here.
b. Site plan showing the access road, North arrow, bounding features, space use analysis, setting out lines, proposed facilities, direction of site slope, contour readings if available, setbacks.
c. Floor plans showing the various spaces, spot heights, material specifications, dimensions of walls window doors beams columns, door and window codes, north arrow.
d. Sections
e. Elevations
f. Reflected ceiling plans
g. Roof framing plan
h. Roof covering plan
I. Details.
J. Door and window schedules.
k. Finishes schedule

3. Contract award and construction stage.
Here you award the contract and work with your team to actualize your dream.

Please do not forget to get building permits and settle your host community before kick off.

Good luck boss.

Greenarrow01:
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This one na real "belting". Lol.

n3xt:
We Build Simple Yet Nice Gates For Your Entryway.

#NextHome

Nice, I posted this design of gate a month ago I installed in one of my projects, I made that one swing, 10ft height by 15ft width.
Very heavy, it took about 8 strong guys to lift and install.

DFAMEGUY11S:
which of the door you said they do call classic door sir

The one you saw up there. Isn't it what it is called?