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The internal compartments of a building, each divided from the other by subtle means such as the boundaries implied by divisions marked in the side walls (columns, pilasters, etc.) or the ceiling (beams, etc.). Also, the external divisions of a building by fenestration (windows). Bay window
First fix comprises all the work needed to take a building from foundation to putting plaster on the internal walls. This includes constructing walls, floors and ceilings, and inserting cables for electrical supply and pipes for water supply. Some argue that First Fix starts after the shell of the building is complete, and ends when the walls ...
New home construction, Pittsfield Township, Michigan Units under construction in Brighton, Victoria. Home construction or residential construction is the process of constructing a house, apartment building, or similar residential building [1] generally referred to as a 'home' when giving consideration to the people who might now or someday reside there.
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A nursing home in Wetherby, England, U.K. Garden or walk-up apartments: 1–5 stories, 50–400 units, no elevators [1] Mid-rise apartments/condos: 5–9 stories, 30–110 units, with elevators [1] High-rise apartments/condos: 9+ stories, 100+ units, professionally managed [1] Special-purpose group housing [1] Retirement home; Nursing home ...
When buying your first home, you may hear a lot of unfamiliar terms. In fact, it may seem like your realtor is speaking a different language. Tae Kim of Financial Tortoise recently explained some ...
Overhanging eaves forming shelter around the building are a consequence where the gable wall is in line with the other walls of the buildings; i.e., unless the upper gable is recessed. Saltbox, catslide: A gable roof with one side longer than the other, and thus closer to the ground unless the pitch on one side is altered.