need help with this please:-describe the initial Design process installation 4 services in a 4 storey office?

Answer 1

Assuming you are talking about electrical service, the first thing you have to do is develop the power needs for the building. If it's an office building, you would calculate the lighting load first (you'd need to make a rough layout of the use areas, for instance office space requires higher lighting loads than warehouse areas or parking garages). Next, add the loads for heating and airconditioning and a per square foot estimate for the miscellaneous power (convenience outlets, kitchen equipment, copiers, etc.) and for any specialized electrical equipment the building may have in place. The National Electrical Code book has the guidelines for these calculations.

You also need to check on the national and local standards for that particular type of structure including emergency power and lighting requirements and fire alarm.

You also have to contact the local Electric Utility to find out what types of options are available for power to the structure (such as what voltage and whether the building owner or the utility will provide a service transformer if needed.)

Process would be similar for water or natural gas services.