Dominica Mortar Warehouse

This project is a modern mortar warehouse located in the Dominican Republic. The main building is expansive, measuring 24 meters (width) x 64 meters (length) x 6.5 meters (height), with a total floor area of ​​1,786 square meters, providing ample storage and turnover space for raw materials.

To maximize vertical space, a mezzanine structure measuring 25 meters x 10 meters x 4.2 meters was designed within the warehouse. This mezzanine can be used as an office area, equipment room, or small storage area, effectively zoning functions and improving space utilization.

The structural design utilizes a sturdy and efficient steel structure. The primary load-bearing structure (beams and columns) utilizes high-strength and stable H-shaped steel, ensuring overall structural stability and maintaining column-free operation within the large spans. The roof system utilizes lightweight C-shaped steel purlins, which seamlessly integrate with the classic gable roof design. The result is a simple, modern look that facilitates rapid rainwater drainage, making it ideally suited to the Dominican climate.

The building envelope system utilizes high-performance metal sheets, covering the walls and roof. This material offers excellent durability, corrosion resistance, and sealing properties, effectively protecting the stored mortar materials from the sun, rain, and the local maritime climate, while also balancing construction speed and cost-effectiveness.