Steps in designing foundation

Loads:

The type, quantity and amount of loads that the structure is subjected to. These loads are sorted out to the foundation engineer by a structural engineer working on the same project, by the client or he may have to estimate them himself.

Site visit and Soil Report:

The foundation engineer must visit the site and should observe the topographical and geological features of the area where foundation is to be built. Drainage system of the area and water table information should also be studied. By observing the buildings previously built in the area, the engineer can come to know about the log term effects of soil on the buildings.

Sampling and Testing:

Samples of soil should be collected from the area and should be tested for all the required properties and parameters that are required.

Design of foundation:

At the end, now, foundation is designed with consultance with the client, structural engineer of the same project, contractor and architect.