Structure and Architecture

Includes index and bibliography

Preface vii --
Acknowledgements ix --
Introduction xi --
1 The relationship of structure to building 9 --
2 Structural requirements 9 --
2.1 Introduction 9 --
2.2 Equilibrium 9 --
2.3 Geometric stability 9 --
2.4 Strength and rigidity 15 --
2.5 Conclusion 21 --
3 Structural materials 22 --
3.1 Introduction 22 --
3.2 Masonry 22 --
3.3 Timber 25 --
3.4 Steel 30 --
3.5 Concrete 35 --
4 The relationship between structural form and structural efficiency 37 --
4.1 Introduction 37 --
4.2 The effect of form on internal force type 37 --
4.3 The concept of 'improved shapes in cross-section and longitudinal profile 40 --
4.4 Classification of structural elements 45 --
5 Complete structural arrangements 47 --
5.1 Introduction 47 --
5.2 Post-and-beam structures 48 --
5.3 Semi-form-active structures 55 --
5.4 Form-active structures 57 --
5.5 Conclusion 59 --
6 The critical appraisal of structures 60 --
6.1 Introduction 60 --
6.2 Complexity and efficiency in structural design 60 --
6.3 Reading a building as a structural object 67 --
6.4 Conclusion 71 --
7 Structure and architecture 73 --
7.1 Introduction 73 --
7.2 The types of relationship between structure and architecture 73 --
7.3 The relationship between architects and engineers 114 --
Selected bibliography 124 --
Appendix 1: Simple two-dimensional force systems and static equilibrium 128 --
A1.1 Introduction 128 --
A1.2 Force vectors and resultants 128 --
A1.3 Resolution of a force into components 129 --
A1.4 Moments of forces 129. --
A1.5 Static equilibrium and the equations of equilibrium 129 --
A1.6 The 'free-body-diagram 132 --
A1.7 The 'imaginary cut' technique 132 --
Appendix 2: Stress and strain 134 --
A2.1 Introduction 134 --
A2.2 Calculation of axial stress 135 --
A2.3 Calculation of bending stress A2.4 Strain 135 --
Appendix 3: The concept of statical determinacy 140 --
A3.1 Introduction 140 --
A3.2 The characteristics of statically determinate and statically indeterminate structures 140 --
A3.3 Design considerations in relation to statical determinacy 146 --
Index 149 --

Structure and Architecture' is an essential textbook for students and practitioners of architecture and structural engineering. MacDonald explains the basic principles of structure and describes the ranges of structure types in current use. Furthermore, the book links these topics directly with the activity of architectural design and criticism. An update of the first edition, 'Structure and Architecture 2ed' includes a revised opening chapter, and a new section that discusses prominent buildings constructed since the last edition was published in 1994. Angus MacDonald deals with structures holistically, relating detailed topics back to the whole structure and building. He aims to answer the questions: What are architectural structures? How does one define the difference between the structure of a building and all of the other components and elements of which it consists? What are the requirements of structures? What is involved in their design? An understanding of the concepts involved in answering these questions and an appreciation of how the structure of a building functions enhances the ability of an individual to appreciate its architectural quality. This book is unique in that it discusses the structural component of architectural design in the context of visual and stylistic issues. - Enables the reader to develop an understanding of how architectural structures function. - Allows students to acquire a vocabulary covering the entire range of structure types and their appropriate use. - Generously illustrated with many examples taken from contemporary buildings giving tips on how to evaluate architectural structures.