What is the importance of Design while constructing a house? Should you complete the design before your construction begins? What are the most important parameters to look for while designing a house? These are a few of the questions we get from our customers.
Design is a very important, if not THE most important aspect of house construction. Sadly, many of us overlook the role of design beyond its aesthetic appeal. Today let us focus on how important it is to complete the design of your structure before you actually start building it.
Design Expertise
Let’s first answer the question: Who should design our house?
It is always ideal to get the help of a specialized Architect to design your home. Architects are trained professionals with expertise in designing buildings. They possess a deep understanding of spatial planning, aesthetics, functionality, and construction techniques. It is best to spend some time with your Architect discussing your needs and preferences. This then allows them to create designs that not only look visually appealing but also meet the specific requirements and needs of the client.
Additional Reading: How should you choose an Architect?
Conceptualization and Visualization
Once the detailed discussion with your Architect is done, you can let the visualize your dream home and come up with a draft plan. Architects excel at conceptualizing ideas and visualizing the end result. They can translate your vision into a tangible design by considering factors such as site conditions, climate, building codes, and regulations. Through sketches, drawings, and 3D models, architects help clients understand and visualize the proposed design before construction begins.
Space Planning and Functionality
You need to define the spaces in your house and clearly map each zone to its functionality. This should also be done during the design phase. How many times have your heard homeowners regretting the insufficient space or privacy they experience after moving into their houses?
Proper design can help here as well. Architects have a keen sense of space planning and functionality. They understand how to optimize the available space, ensuring efficient layouts and flow within the building. Architects consider factors such as ergonomics, accessibility, and zoning regulations to create spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional and practical.
Additional Reading: What is zoning and what is its importance?
Structural Integrity and Safety
Safety of your home is of utmost importance and priority. What is the point in constructing a huge mansion if the load is not properly distributed? Proper design ensures the structural integrity and safety of the building. During design phase the Architect work closely with structural engineers and they collaborate on designing load-bearing elements, selecting appropriate materials, and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.
Material Selection and Sustainability
Material selection plays a key role in bringing out the beauty of your home. There are a horde or materials available in the market, but you should be able to choose the most suitable options based on factors such as durability, aesthetics, energy efficiency, and environmental impact. In the current world, increasing focus is on sustainable design, integrating energy-efficient systems, renewable materials, and green building practices to create environmentally friendly structures.
What to expect at the end of Design phase?
At the end of the design phase you will have a blueprint of your dream home including the front elevation (what your home looks like from outside) and the detailed plan (the various spaces inside the house along with their functionalities). Making changes in the design is significantly easier and far cheaper compared to making modifications during or after the construction phase.
In conclusion, the importance of design in constructing a house goes beyond mere aesthetics. It influences functionality, safety, energy efficiency, and the overall living experience of its occupants. Investing in a well-designed house from the beginning can save time, money, and stress in the long run, making it a crucial aspect of the construction process.