What term is used to describe building construction that does not allow for sufficient support of loads centrally placed?

The term that accurately describes building construction that does not allow for sufficient support of loads that are centrally placed is "Eccentric Loads." Eccentric loads refer to forces that are applied to a structure in such a way that they do not align with the primary center of gravity or structural support. This misalignment can lead to uneven stress distributions within the structure, increasing the potential for structural failure.

In contrast, unbalanced loads typically describe scenarios where there is an unequal distribution of weight, but they do not specifically address the issue of load placement relative to a structure’s support system. Conventional loads generally refer to normal, expected loading conditions that a structure is designed to hold, without implying any issues with alignment. Structural loads encompass all forms of loads that a building must support, including live and dead loads, but do not specifically highlight the problem of eccentricity that impacts load distribution. Hence, eccentric loads is the most appropriate and precise term for the context of improperly supported loads in building construction.