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Masters of the Structural Aesthetic

By Derek Thomas (auth.)

Book information

Publisher
Springer Singapore
Year
2018
ISBN
978-981-10-5444-0, 978-981-10-5445-7
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
5 MB (4957807 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
XIV, 132\141
Time added
2018-02-03 11:00:00
Building Construction and Design

Description

This book highlights aesthetics as pertaining to the structural component in architectural design. This less explored aspect of architecture is discussed and explains the enduring qualities of ten specific buildings from architectural history to present day due to their structural aesthetics. Based on comprehensive research, a critical analysis is presented of the constraints and other influences on architectural and structural design, such as culture, patronage, geometry, available resources and technologies. Front Matter ....Pages i-xiv Introduction (Derek Thomas)....Pages 1-6 Elemental Determinants (Derek Thomas)....Pages 7-45 The Masters and Their Structures (Derek Thomas)....Pages 47-107 Comparative Structural Methods (Derek Thomas)....Pages 109-121 Back Matter ....Pages 123-132

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