This model shows a portion of a typical dhajji dewari house frame. The floor joists are sandwiched between the horizontal timber plates that form part of each storey of the frame, and the beams which support the joists at mid-span are integrated into the frames on the side. There are often different variations on how the timbers are arranged.This model shows an example of an “X” brace on one side, and a single diagonal brace on the other. Some dhajji houses can be found which have no diagonals. Instead they rely on the brick infilling alone for lateral stability. The top detail illustrates how the top floor joists extend out to form a cornice above which the roof rafters are placed.