Sunny Porch75

Haha, well, this shows that whether you opt for metal roofing or R.C. flat roof, you are still deploying an almost flat angle to balance the need for maximum number of stories and also maximum floor to floor height.😉 It seems that you are a very savvy home owner and blessed to be working with a good builder & architect. Congrats! 💪 However, others may not so experienced in home-building and when they deal directly with a builder without guidance, sometimes they have regrets. 🤣 These are real-life cases of unsatisfactory design and with a bit of sharing we can avoid it. 1. Many inter-terrace and corner terraces tend to become dark and stuffy at the middle of the building, so the traditional solution is to open an airwell to bring in light & air, for example in our traditional Chinese shophouses. But in our modern times, this concept seems to be forgotten or omitted to save cost. Often I see skylight is installed without any window openings nearby. The powerful tropical sun shoots into the centre of the house turning it into a sauna. The heat has no way to escape. So my suggestion is always consider a jack roof or nearby windows when you add a skylight, especially if all sides will be facing a solid wall or bedroom with closed doors. 2. True story: an elderly auntie of mine did A&A to her tile pitched roof for a bargain price. Then later complained that her attic was very hot and stuffy. When I visited, I realized that the builder did not install insulation at all. She wasn't even aware that roofs need insulation...😨 So do be careful. 😂 Hope this info helps!

Hello Jack, the owner opted for a RC flat roof so that he could obtain the maximum floor to floor height for his 5 levels. If he used a pitched roof ( steel structure with clay tiles / steel roofing ) he wouldn't be able to achieve his objective of maximum GFA. Pricewise, an RC flat roof may also be the most affordable option. If you're thinking of installing solar panels in the future, a flat roof also provides the best access. (Current payback period of solar panel has reduced to about 5 years). When using a RC flat roof, you can stay cool by by incorporating a jack roof with glass louvres to create a wind chimney effect (either above the living hall void or stairwell/ lightwell). So the that the heat built up from lower levels can rise up and be ventilated to the exterior. If you've opted for a pitched roof, never forget to ask your builder to buy & install insulation. 😂 Those who skip this step will find that the heat penetration is tremendous even with a high ceiling and aluminum foil below the roof. (Making your attic A/C bill shoot thru the roof 😓)

Thanks Jack. The land size is 6600sqft. The GFA if the 5 levels together added up to about 8200sqft. 😀

Oh yes, you are right. Thanks Snoozee!

Formwork for new columns at level 3M. Million $$ view of Kembangan. \\🤩//

PUB meter for electricity, water and fibre optics Electrical points embedded in the new RC columns New distribution board.

1.2m deep Lift Pit. Opening in floor slab for home lift shaft

Steel staircase in progress

Can see the difference between the existing and new beams and columns.

Visited the work-in-progress of my contractor friend last saturday 18 Sep 2021. I find him very meticulous and efficient. Proud of him. Enjoy! d b Front entrance. The adjoining remnant land was previously a PUB septic tank. Really appreciate the luxury of a 7m height space!! 😍 😊