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Choosing a building system
1. Physical limitations:Size of the landHow heavy a building can the soil supportHow long a structural span is feasibleWhat sorts of materials will perform well in the given environment?
2. Construction budget
3. Legal restrictions: zoning ordinances building codes
Choosing a building system
1. What will give the required functional performance?
2. What will give the desired aesthetic result?
3. What is possible legally?
4. What is most economical?
5. What is best for the environments?
Choosing a building system
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