Man Shares Picture Of A R430 000 House His Cousin Built On His Behalf

Man Shares Picture Of A R430 000 House His Cousin Built On His Behalf. A Kenyan man has shared a photo of the house his cousin built for him at a cost of KSh 3.5 million, expressing regret over the construction.

Structural Issues and Regrets

In a viral Facebook post within the Home Beautiful group, Namanda expressed regret over the construction quality. He highlighted numerous structural issues and the use of substandard materials in the building.

Addressing the flaws in the building, Namanda faced the challenging task of rectifying the errors and voiced remorse for not hiring a qualified engineer initially.

Kenyan man advised to destroy the structure and start afresh

Adrian Gachewa, a graduate practising architect from the University of Nairobi, provided insights into the house’s construction. Gachewa emphasized that poor workmanship was evident in the structure’s skeleton – the beams and columns were either off or absent. He further noted that the walls were crooked, and the design was a flop, with misplaced windows among the issues.

“The placement of windows is off. In design, you don’t place windows exactly at the column,” Gachewa explained.

Gachewa estimated that the expenses incurred in constructing the house had likely not exceeded R85,000. He attributed the low cost to unskilled labour and a designer who may have drawn the plans hastily.

Lessons learnt by diasporans from Namanda’s case

The unfortunate situation faced by Namanda Namanda serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of hiring qualified professionals in the construction process. It highlights the potential consequences of compromising on expertise and the vital role skilled architects play in ensuring the structural integrity and design aesthetics of a building.

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