Description
A high-rise building is a structure that is significantly taller than the surrounding environment and designed for residential, commercial, or mixed-use purposes. While the specific definition of “high-rise” can vary depending on the context and local building codes, it generally refers to buildings that:
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Exceed Certain Heights: Typically, a high-rise is a building that rises to at least 18.6 meters or about 6-7 stories as per BNBC. However, some jurisdictions may define high-rises as buildings over a certain number of stories or height.
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Require Special Design Considerations: High-rises often require advanced architectural and engineering solutions for:
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Structural Stability: To withstand wind loads, seismic activity, and other forces.
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Fire Safety: Special fire-resistant materials, sprinkler systems, and evacuation strategies.
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Elevator Systems: Efficient vertical transportation is essential for high-rise functionality.
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Utility Systems: Systems like water pressure, HVAC, and electrical distribution are designed to accommodate multiple floors.
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Urban Density Solutions: High-rise buildings are often constructed in urban areas to maximize the use of limited land resources and address population density.
Notable examples of high-rise buildings include skyscrapers in major cities, which are among the tallest structures in the world, but the term also applies to mid-sized buildings that meet the criteria described above.
In this course we will cover Structural Design part of High-rise building.
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