A total precast building is a construction approach where the entire structural framework and many architectural components of a building are prefabricated using precast concrete elements. In this method, various building elements such as columns, beams, walls, floors, stairs, and facades are manufactured off-site in a controlled factory environment. These precast components are then transported to the construction site and assembled to form the complete building structure.
Total precast buildings offer several advantages, including faster construction timelines, enhanced quality control due to factory production, reduced on-site labor requirements, and minimal weather-related disruptions. This approach is often used in projects where efficiency, precision, and consistency are paramount, such as multi-story residential complexes, commercial buildings, and parking structures.