Bent design lab

"The road to success is always under construction".
Make this your affordable home with as little as M 85 per square meter.
Proposed new Ha Thetsane Residential house 🏘️

- Completed Size 262 sqm
- No Transfer Duty Payable / Only Transfe Cost.
- 3 Bedroom
-Master Bedroom w/ Walk In Closest & Ensuite
- Full Bathroom
- Lounge & Kitchen
- Bosch Appliances
- Caesarstone countertops
- Garden & irrigation included

Optional extras: Swimming Pools, Underfloor heating, a wood-burning fireplace, a gas hob etc.

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ROLES of ARCHITECT and ENGINEERS in a construction project.
(Small-Medium Scale Projects)

1. Pre-Design / Programming
Architect's role: Understands the client’s needs, site conditions, and regulatory constraints.

Engineers: Not usually involved yet, unless for site-specific feasibility.

Output: Project brief, site analysis, space requirements, budget outline.

2. Schematic Design (SD)
Architect: Develops initial design concepts—massings, layouts, and spatial relationships.

Structural Engineer: Gives input on possible framing systems or structural feasibility.

MEP Engineers (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing): May advise on spatial needs for equipment or systems.

Output: Conceptual floor plans, basic elevations, 3D models or sketches.

3. Design Development (DD)
Architect: Refines design, selects materials, works on more detailed layouts.

Engineers: Start detailed coordination:
Structural: Develop beam, column, and slab systems.
Mechanical: Design HVAC systems.
Electrical: Layout for lighting, power, and circuits.
Plumbing: Routes for water supply and drainage.

Output: Coordinated plans, preliminary details, outline specs.

4. Construction Documents (CD)
Architect: Produces detailed architectural drawings and specifications.

Engineers: Submit full engineering plans:
Structural framing plans, foundation plans
MEP plans with riser diagrams, schedules, and notes

Coordination is key: Clash detection and BIM (Building Information Modeling) may be used to avoid conflicts.

Output: Full set of drawings and specs for permits, bidding, and construction.

5. Bidding / Tender
Architect: Assists client in reviewing contractor bids.

Engineers: May clarify details in their scope.
Output: Selected contractor for construction.

6. Construction Administration
Architect & Engineers: Answer RFIs (Requests for Information), review submittals, and inspect work.

Output: Site instructions, approvals, as-built revisions, and final certifications.