1. Diversity: Civil engineering designs should consider the diversity of the community they serve, including cultural practices, values, and beliefs.
2. Climate: Social and cultural factors should be considered when designing infrastructure in areas with unique climatic conditions, as these conditions can influence the type of construction materials used, site selection, and design.
3. Environment: The environment surrounding the infrastructure should be taken into account, especially because the natural landscape might have cultural or spiritual significance for local communities.
4. Demographics: Demographics, such as age and population density, should be considered in civil engineering design as they impact the usage levels of the infrastructure.
5. Empowerment of minority groups: Civil engineering designs should consider how to empower minority or vulnerable populations, particularly those with limited access to essential services.
6. Economic disparities: Designs should be mindful of economic disparities between different communities, as this can impact how readily some populations can access infrastructure.
7. Social habits: Civil engineering designs should capture and cater to the behavior of different social habits. Different social groups tend to use infrastructure differently, which can also impact design considerations.
8. Sustainability: Designs should take into account the cost of environmental impact as these costs can impact the communities in long-term.
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