Be similar to/ be different from
A little much –er/ more… than… A lot far (= a lot) 3. Think about possible application of these buildings.
Standard Features:
• Widths from 20' to 120'.
Standard features: § Floor area: 2190 m2 (gross) and 1900 m2 (usable) § Displacement ventilation with 100% fresh air § A/C § Radiant heating and cooling § Extensive use of day lighting § Most light fixtures are controlled by photo and motion-sensitive controls.
Discuss the following questions:
1. Can you explain why certain types of prefabricated buildings are used for different purposes. Refer to the text. What type of construction will you choose for the following buildings: · a summer house · a trade center · a sports center · a brick factory? 2. What other structures except houses can be built using prefabricated parts? 3. Work in pairs or small groups and make a list of advantages of prefab buildings in comparison with traditional ground-up constructions. Share your ideas with other groups. How are prefabricated constructions used in Russia? Give examples.
The assembly sequence of a prefabricated building can be divided into 4 stages or phases. What does the construction of a prefabricated building start from?
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Floor area: 8' x 28'
Standard features:
