1 Introduction -- 2 Components -- Functions and characteristics of constructions -- Separating function -- Loadbearing function -- Properties and performance rate -- Adjustable and active systems -- Tightness and permeability of constructions -- Opaque constructions -- Composite constructions -- Transparent constructions -- Loadbearing behaviour -- Force and tension -- Elasticity -- Buckling -- Span constructions -- Horizontal constructions -- Floor openings -- Vertical constructions -- Openings in walls -- 3 Connections -- Internal and external connections -- Internal connections -- External connections -- Type and function of connections -- Joints according to positioning of components -- Joints according to the form of components -- Joints according to the material of components -- Position of connections -- Tolerances -- Adjustment -- Fixation -- Roller bearings, hinges and restraints -- Fixation through position, form and material -- Fixation of layers, multiple skins and composite panels -- Forming technologies -- Basic forming processes -- Remodelling processes -- Separation processes -- Material and connections -- Timber connections -- Steel connections -- Concrete connections -- Connections between components of different build-up -- Designing a connection -- 4 Building Structure -- Three building methods: spaces and the relations between them -- Primary and complementary systems enclosing space -- Solid or cellular construction -- Examples of solid construction -- Slab construction -- Examples of Slab construction -- Skeleton construction -- Examples of skeleton construction -- Horizontal relations between spaces -- Division of space -- Multiplication of space -- Connection of space -- Vertical relations between spaces -- Multiplication of space -- Connection of space -- Appendix -- Authors.

Selected Bibliography -- Index -- Illustration Credits.