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The basic design consideration and on which all the building is designed is the load calculations inlcuding all types of loads DL, LL, WL and seismic load etc.
By calculating the required loads according to the required codes, all other structural elements will be decided accordingly like
1- Foundation type
2- Columns' sizes
3- Slab type
4- Beams types when requires
5- shear walls
6- staircase thicknesses etc
1.Structure and Structural Members should have adequate strength, stiffness and toughness to ensure proper functioning during service life.
2.foundation types, gravity system and lateral system considerations.
3 Safety is very important factor.
3. Structural Code Knowledge.
