Model SMC-1.2 is a one-storey house which can accommodate 1-3 people. It consists of one room with dimensions of 2650 x 4300, and a verandah with dimensions of 2850 x 4500. The design focuses on earthquake resistant construction using locally available construction materials.
Similarly stone masonry in cement mortar has been used for structural type, where CGI sheet is used for covering the roof along with wooden rafter and purlin. All design have been on the revised National Building Code of Nepal (NBC) in order to ensure that earthquake resistant construction measures are included. This includes the provision of horizontal bands, vertical reinforcement, corner reinforcement, and T-junctions to improve diaphragm effectiveness.
The design concept, and the objective of the design is to contribute towards resilient models to improve safety in future earthquakes.
