Modern Structural Design by Andrew Watts maps the practical and economic realities of building complex geometries, using illustrative case studies to show how innovative construction systems move from architectural ambition to built reality.
About This Book
Contemporary architecture increasingly demands structural solutions that are neither standard nor cheap. The gap between formal ambition and constructional feasibility is where many projects falter — and where the right expertise makes all the difference. Modern Structural Design addresses this directly, presenting case studies of complex, innovative construction systems that have been successfully realised. Andrew Watts examines how structural implementation can be both safe and economical without compromising design intent. For architects and structural engineers working at the intersection of geometry, technology, and budget, this is a practical and technically grounded resource.
Key Features
- 224 pages of illustrated case studies documenting complex and innovative construction systems
- Published by Birkhauser Verlag, 2022
What You'll Discover
- How complex geometries in newer buildings create structural challenges that standard construction approaches cannot adequately resolve
- The relationship between structural implementation and cost — and how informed decision-making can prevent unnecessary expense
- Construction approaches that balance safety, economy, and fidelity to architectural design intent
- Real-world precedents for translating innovative structural thinking into successfully completed buildings
About the Author
Andrew Watts is the author of this specialist text on structural design and complex building construction. [Details available upon request]
Specifications
- Format: Softcover
- Pages: 224
- Dimensions: 295 x 210 mm
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9783035621419
- Publisher: Birkhauser Verlag
- Publication Date: 2022
Perfect For: Architects and structural engineers navigating complex geometries, construction professionals seeking economical yet technically sound building solutions, and students of advanced architectural technology.