Building Construction

Introduction

A building has two main components, i.e. foundation or sub-structure and super structure. The foundation or sub-structure is the lowest part of the structure which transmits the load to the soil. The super structure is that part of the structure which is above the ground level. A part of the super structure, located between the ground level and the floor level is known as plinth. The level of the floor is usually known as plinth level and the built up covered area measured at the floor level is called plinth area.