Author: Salvadori Mario
Place: New York
Publisher: Norton & Company
Year: 1990
Pages: 323
ISBN: 9780393306767
Subject: Architecture
Sub-Subject: Modern Architecture
Keyword: Modern Architecture, Structure
Shelf: C4R5
Accession No: B1255
Contents: 1- Structures 2- The Pyramids 3- Loads 4- Materials 5- Beams and Columns 6- Houses 7- Skyscrapers 8- The Eiffel Tower 9- Birdges 10- The Brooklyn Bridge 11- Form-Resistant Structures 12- The Unfinished Cathedral 13- Domes 14- Hagia Sophia 15- Tents and Balloons 16- The Hanging Sky 17- The Message of Structure Afterword Index
Abstract: This work examines the core principles that enable buildings to withstand forces over time. It begins with basic structural concepts and explores historical landmarks like the Pyramids and Brooklyn Bridge, showcasing the evolution of architectural strength. Key components such as loads, materials, beams, and columns are analyzed for their roles in stability. The study highlights innovative structures like skyscrapers, domes, and form-resistant designs, featuring iconic examples like the Eiffel Tower and Hagia Sophia. It also explores unconventional forms like tents and balloons, emphasizing that understanding structure is crucial to appreciating architecture’s enduring strength and beauty.