Author:

Sebastian Kaminski; Andrew Lawrence; David Trujillo

Publisher:

INBAR

Year:

2016

Pages:

96

Keywords:

INBAR, engineering, housing, Bahareque, design, design guide, guide

This technical report is intended to be used by architects and engineers at both concept and detailed design. It is intended as a guide for designing and constructing engineered bahareque housing in both developed and developing countries around the world. The report provides guidance on design for sustainability, durability, fire, and structural (wind and earthquake) loads. Typical construction details are also provided, along with guidance for quality control during construction.