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Load-Bearing Structure vs Framed Structure

Load-Bearing Structure vs Framed Structure Choosing the right structural system isn't just about cost it's about strength, flexibility, time, and long-term safety: 1. Load Transfer Mechanism RCC (Reinforced Cement Concrete) ↣ Slab →  Beam  →   Column → Footing Load Bearing ↣ Slab   → Wall → Foundation RCC gives better control in load distribution and stability. 2. Structural Elements RCC : Columns, beams, slabs, footings; walls just fill space. Load Bearing : Thick brick/block walls take all loads. RCC offers structural freedom; Load bearing depends on walls. 3. Cost Factor RCC : Higher cost (steel, concrete, skilled labor, shuttering). Load Bearing : Lower cost (more masonry, fewer RCC elements). Ideal for low-budget, G+1 village homes. 4. Construction Speed RCC : Slower formwork needed. curing, reinforcement, and Load Bearing : Faster - mostly brickwork and slab casting. Speed is good, but quality matters more. 5. Design Flexibility RCC : Open layout...