The phrase "building types" refers to different kinds or categories of buildings based on their purpose, design, or use. It is a way of classifying buildings into groups based on similarities. Full definition
To build relationships and care for people in every way of building all types of residential and commercial properties! (members.climber.com)
As a result, today we can see the same basic building type in all climatic regions throughout the world. (architecture2030.org)
But owners and managers are weighing the risks associated with building type, location and tenant mix before spending what amounts to hundreds of thousands of dollars on new systems. (nreionline.com)