Sketch a G+1 residential plan according to Vaastu Shastra and Calculation of Loads as per IS code

Sketch a G+1 residential plan according to Vaastu shastra and calculation of loads as per IS code

AIM:- To sketch a plan of G+1 floor residential building according to Vaastu shastra and listing down the names of the structural drawings required to be provided to the construction site.

INTRODUCTION TO VAASTU SHASTRA:-

Vaastu shastra:-

• Vaastu Shastra is the Ancient Indian Science of architecture and acts as a guideline to design your home in a way that enhances positive Cosmic energy.
• Our nature is abundant with powerhouses of energy sources like the Sun, Wind, Moon, Water, Earth and Fire.
• Effect of sun rays, the flow of winds, pull of earth's magnetic field and other such cosmic energies can be utilised properly to enhance the positive energy at home.
• A good home needs to radiate the right kind of energy.
• A person dwelling in a house comes under the influence of a specific energy field.
• Architectural changes are not possible for a ready to move house but we can still improve the standard of living.

Significance of Eight directions:-

• The four cardinal directions are North, South, East and West.
• Four intercardinal directions are North-east, North-west, South-east, South-west.
• Each direction signifies an aspect of life and is governed by various gods as per Vaastu Shastra.
• North-Wealth
• South-Dharma
• West and East-overall prosperity

Basic principles of Vaastu Shastra:-

• Shape:- Rooms should be preferably square or rectangle.
• Room Basics:- Rooms should be well ventilated, well lit, bright and clean.
• Home centre:- The Centre of the house should be an empty space.
• Stairs and Furniture:- Heavy furniture should be kept in the south-west direction.
• Water:- Avoid keeping plants and water features in the bedroom.
• Dining Table:- The dining space should be near the kitchen and not near the main door.
• Mirror placement:- Mirror facing the bed is strictly not allowed. Mirror in the bed room need to be placed in such a way that the bed cannot be seen.

Auspicious directions as per Vaastu Shastra:-

Kitchen:-

South-east is the best direction for the kitchen.

North-east to be avoided.

Staircase:-

South-west is the best for stairs.

North-east to be avoided.

Toilet:-

North-west is the best.

North-east to be avoided.

Master Bedroom:-

South-west is the best.

Guest Room:-

North-west is the best.

Living Room:-

North-west is the best.

Over Head Tanks:-

West is the best.

Underground Tanks:-

North-east is the best.

South-west to be avoided.

Gateway (entrance) of the house:

• The main entrance is not only the entry point for the family but also for energy.
• The main door should be strong and bigger than other doors in the house and made of superior quality wood preferably teak wood.
• The main door should not be dark because good energy is associated with bright and cheery places.
• Garbage bags, unwanted things and shoes should be kept away from the main door.
• The main door should be constructed in a way that ensures that when we step out we face the North, East or in the North-East direction.
• Avoid painting the main door black and placing of animal statues near the door.
• GATEWAY (ENTRANCE) OF THE HOUSE:

Living room:

• Living room should be cluster free and it is the place where the family spends most time together.
• Living room should face East, North or north-east, north-west facing living room is also favourable.
• Heavy furniture should be kept in the West or south-west direction of the living space.
• Electronic appliances should be installed in the south-east section of the living room.
• If planning for a mirror in this room, ensure you place in the north wall.
• An aquarium on the north or east wall for prosperity.
• A bright picture of sunrise in the southern wall.
• Shades of yellow, green, Beige and blue on the wall to Infuse liveliness and vibrancy.
• LIVING ROOM:

Bedroom:

• Bedroom in south-west direction brings good health and prosperity.
• Avoid bedroom in North East as it may cause health issues.
• Avoid in the south-east zone as it may cause quarrel among couples.
• The bed should be placed in the south-west corner of the bedroom with the head facing West.
• Avoid placing a mirror or television in front of the bed because reflection causes fights and other domestic disruptions.
• Avoid having paintings depicting water or a fountain as it could cause emotional outbursts.
• Using of aromatic oil creates an oasis of calm.
• Never sleep with your head in the north.
• Avoid overhanging beams in the room to enjoy good health.
• Use solid wooden beds instead of Hollow wrought-iron beds.
• Paint the bedroom walls in neutral or earthly sheds that radiates positive energy.
• Bedrooms are the place for rest and repose and it's good to have soothing wall colours for a peaceful Aura.

Pooja room:

• Rooms in a house for meditation and prayers will ensure spiritual growth.
• East or North-east part of your home is perfect for meditation, yoga and spiritual Pursuits.
• Facing East when you meditate will increase positivity.
• White, Beige, Light Yellow or green are great colours options for meditation room.
• Create a sacred altar and decorate it with candles or incense sticks.

Kitchen:

• Following Vaastu for kitchen ensures a healthy life for your family growth.
• Keep water sink away from the gas stove.
• Fridge needs to be placed at the south-west corner.
• Never let your kitchen face the washroom wall nor share a common wall with it.

Study room:

• Select a square or rectangle shape for the study table.
• Don't place the table facing a black wall or Window.
• Placing a table in the north-east, east or west direction is ideal.
• Hanging book shelves are best avoided.

Courtyard:

• Brahmasthan is a unique feature of ancient architecture based on Vaastu Shastra.
• It is the centre of your residence and the holiest and most powerful zone.
• Traditional home in Kerala, the Courtyard is always at the centre of the house.
• This path should be perfect and cluster-free.
• The placement of kitchen bathroom or pillar/beam attracts negative energy.

PROCEDURE:-

SKETCH OF GROUND FLOOR PLAN:-

Dimensions of Ground Floor Plan:

Drawing/Living Room

- 4.76m * 3.8m

Dinning Room

- 4.5m * 3.5m

Bed Room

- 4.5m * 4m

Store Room

- 3.5m * 2.8m

Wash Room

- 2.5m * 3.5m

Guest Room

- 4.2m * 3.3m

Kitchen Room

- 3.2m * 3.8m

Parking Area

- 6.23m * 3.5m

Pooja Room

- 2.8m * 3.5m

SKETCH OF FIRST FLOOR PLAN:-

Dimensions of First Floor Plan:

Bed Room 1

- 4.5m * 4m

Toilet

- 3.5m * 2.5m

Study Room

- 3m * 3.3m

Bed Room 2

- 4m * 3.5m

Terrace

- 13.69m * 4m

Other Dimensions:-

Thickness of External/Internal Wall

- 0.23m (230mm)

Thickness of slab

- 0.25m (250mm)

Dimension of beam

- 0.3m * 0.3m

Height of the Wall of ground floor

- 4m

Height of the Wall of First Floor

- 3.5m

CALCULATION OF LOADS:-

1. DEAD LOAD CALCULATION:-

Dead load of columns:-

• Dimension of column = 3m * 0.3m (300mm * 300mm)
• Height of column = (slab thickness x 2) + Height of Wall for ground Floor + Height of Wall for First Floor

= (0.25 x2 ) + 4 + 3.5 = 8 m

• Total volume of one column = 0.3 * 0.3 * 8 = 72 m³
• Unit weight of RCC = 25 KN/m³ (as conforming from IS 875:1987 part-1)
• Dead load of one column = volume of column * Unit weight of RCC

= 0.72 * 25 = 18 KN

Dead load of beam:-

• Dimension of beam = 3m * 0.45m (300mm * 450mm)
• Total volume of beam = 0.3 * 0.45 *1 = 135 m³
• Unit weight of RCC = 25 KN/m³ (as conforming from IS 875:1987 part-1)
• Dead load of beam = 25 * 0.135 = 375 KN

Dead load of slab:-

• Slab is always designed for the span of 1m³

Hence, assume size of slab as 1m * 1m

• Thickness of slab = 25 m (250mm)
• Unit weight of RCC = 25 KN/m³ (as conforming from IS 875:1987 part-1)
• Total volume of slab = 1m * 1m * 0.25m = 25 m³
• Dead load of slab = 0.25 * 25 = 25 KN

Dead load of walls:-

• Thickness of External/Internal wall = 23 m (230mm)
• Unit weight of brick masonry = 20 KN/m³ (as conforming from IS 875:1987 part-1)
• Height of ground floor wall = 4 m
• Dead load of ground floor wall = volume of water * unit weight of brick masonry = 4 * 0.23 * 1 * 20 = 4 KN
• Height of First floor wall = 5 m
• Dead load of First floor wall = volume of wall * unit weight of brick masonry = 3.5 * 0.23 * 1 * 20 = 1 KN
• Total weight of both (ground & first floor wall) = 18.4 + 16.1

= 34.5 KN

2. Live load calculations:-

As per IS 875:1987 part-2, for residential building, Live Loads are taken as:-

• Living/Dining - 2KN/m²
• Kitchen - 2KN/m²
• Bed Room - 2KN/m²
• Wash Room - 2KN/m²
• Toilet - 2KN/m²
• Store Room - 2KN/m²
• Terrace - 3KN/m²
• Staircase - 3KN/m²

3. Wind load calculations:-

• If the height of the building is more then 10 meters then building need to be designed for wind load.
• But, in this case, height of the building is Thus, wind load need to be considered.

The names of the structural drawings required to be provided to the site for construction are:-

1. Centre line drawing.
2. Footing and column layout with reinforcement details.
3. Column schedule with reinforcement details.
4. Plinth beam layout with reinforcement details.
5. First floor beam layout with reinforcement details.
6. First floor slab layout with reinforcement details.
7. Lift pit and headroom reinforcement details.

RESULTS:-

• The plan of G+1 Floor residential building is prepared with consideration of concept of Vaastu shastra.
• The load calculations are done as per the IS code considerations.

References and IS code used for the design:-

• IS 875:1987 (part-1) for dead loads
• IS 875:1987 (part-2) for live loads
• IS 875:1987 (part-3) for wind loads
• IS 456:2000 for Reinforced Concrete