A Study of Building Deterioration Levels: A Case Study of the Dean’s Office, School of Architecture, Art and Design, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang

Abstract

This article is part of a thesis entitled “A Study of Guidelines and Budgeting for Building Renovation: A Case Study of the Dean’s Office, Faculty of Architecture, Art and Design, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang.” The objective of this study is to investigate the deterioration conditions and classify the levels of deterioration of the Dean’s Office building, which has been in continuous use for more than 50 years. Prolonged usage has resulted in physical deterioration, degradation of construction materials, and decline in building systems.

This study adopts a survey-based approach, involving on-site building inspections, data collection through observation, area measurements, and photographic documentation. In addition, relevant literature on building inspection and condition assessment was reviewed. The collected data were analyzed to evaluate the levels of deterioration of both interior and exterior building components. The assessment criteria were classified into three levels: usable condition, requiring repair and improvement, and requiring replacement.

The results indicate that most building components remain in a usable condition or require repair and improvement, while some components fall into the replacement category. These conditions may affect safety and operational efficiency. The results of this study can serve as baseline information for future maintenance planning, repair, and renovation of the building, to extend its service life and enhance its suitability for continued use.