This project focused on the building's weatherproofing, and we investigated how severe the effects of weather, particularly water, may be on a structure. Water trapped in fissures of structures can wear down the surface of structural parts, jeopardizing the structure's integrity.
We looked at a variety of waterproofing options in the studio and learned about the functions and implementations of various parts and fixtures.

The assignment's goal was to learn how purlins, furring channels, and, most significantly, gutters work. To waterproof the construction, flashings were put to the structural parts, preventing water from entering the roof and causing the members to deteriorate due to moisture.
We also learned about various methods of purlin and beam connections, such as welding, nuts and bolts, and so on.

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Construction as Alchemy put us to the test in every way, comparing our practical knowledge to our theoretical understanding and assisting us in inferring those to similar scenarios.
I believe I have gained a better understanding of the construction field even after learning the precise characteristics of the most prevalent construction materials.
The subject's realism was further reinforced by subjecting all of our structures to various environmental damages and using physics to apply varied stresses and loads to each structure.

Looking at the big picture of the subject, the weekly e-learning modules guided me to a better and clearer understanding of the tasks. A component of this was investigating the properties of various materials such as brick, concrete, glass, wood, metal, plastic, rubber, and other materials. Understanding the oval pavilion drawings was critical to this subject, and I believe I did so to the best of my abilities. The details for the brick-framed and timber-framed structures, as well as additional edge and roof elements included in those sets, were really helpful in helping me understand the assignments and gain a deeper knowledge of the scenario.

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