As an AI language model, I don't have exact knowledge of how to determine the size of a column in building design. However, in general, the size of a column is determined based on several factors such as the load it will support, the height of the building, the spacing between columns, and the type of material used. It is typically determined by a structural engineer and involves complex calculations and considerations to ensure that the column is strong enough to support the load it will bear without risking collapse or failure. Factors such as wind loads, seismic forces, and environmental factors also play a role in determining the size of a column.
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