Structure as architecture : a source book for architects and structural engineers
Title:
Structure as architecture : a source book for architects and structural engineers
Author:
Charleson, Andrew.
ISBN:
9780750665278
Personal Author:
Publication Information:
Oxford ; Burlington, MA : Elsevier/Architectural Press, 2005.
Physical Description:
ix, 228 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Contents:
1. Introduction : potential for structure to enrich architecture ; Experiencing and reading structure ; Structure and its degree of exposure ; Book outline -- 2. Two building studies : British Record Industry Trust (BRIT) School ; Baumschulenweg Crematorium -- 3. Relationships between architectural and structural form : Synthesis of architectural and structural form ; Consonant forms ; Contrasting forms -- 4. Building exterior : Aesthetic qualities ; Connecting the exterior to the interior ; Entry ; Expressive roles -- 5. Building function : Maximizing functional flexibility ; Subdividing space ; Articulating circulation ; Disrupting function -- 6. Interior structure : Surface structure ; Spatial structure ; Expressive structure -- 7. Structural detailing : Expressive and responsive detailing ; Aesthetic qualities of detailing -- 8. Structure and light : Source of light ; Maximizing light ; Modifier of light ; Modified by light -- 9. Representation and symbolism : Representation ; Symbolism -- 10. Conclusion : Transformative power of structure ; Structural diversity ; Implications for the architectural and structural engineering professions.
Electronic Access:
Table of contents only http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/fy0711/2005925152.htmlPublisher description http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0726/2005925152-d.html