Function of a Building

1. Protective Function

• Protection of people , property against harmful influences & danger
• Example against weather ( rain , wind , snow ) ; fire .

2. Domain or Territorial of a Building

• Carry out operation without disturbance from others .
• Privacy , safety , security .

3. Social Function

• Create spaces & places for people to perform ( or work / study ) optimally .
• Healthy , welfare , communication , quality of life .

4. Cultural Function

•   Satisfy the requirements relating to the form & character of the special environment .
• Aesthetics , civilisation .