Component of a building 🏫 1️⃣ Substructure (Below Ground Level) These parts transfer the load of the building to the soil. Foundation – Supports the entire building Plinth – Portion between ground level and floor level Damp Proof Course (DPC) – Prevents moisture from rising Basement (if provided) 2️⃣ Superstructure (Above Ground Level) These are the visible parts of the building. 🔹 Structural Components Walls – Enclose and divide spaces Columns – Vertical load-bearing members Beams – Transfer

✅Substructure Vs Superstructure 📌Location: Substructure :Below Ground Level Superstructure:Above Ground Level 📌Components: Substructure :Foundations (Footings, Piles), Piers, Abutments Superstructure:Walls, Floors, Roofs, Columns, Beams 📌Function Substructure :Transfers Loads From The Superstructure To The Soil Superstructure:Supports And Provides Space For Occupancy 📌Visibility Substructure :Generally Not Visible After Construction Superstructure:Visible Part Of The Building 📌Construction

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Did you know? The two major components of buildings are the substructure and superstructure. Today we will highlight on the substructure. What is a substructure? The substructure is the part of the building that is underneath the ground. The purpose of the substructure of a building is to transfer loads of the superstructure to the soil that is underneath. This is why the substructure is right against the soil that supports it.It is very important that you take time working with structural engin