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Structure as Aesthetic in Sustainable Design Case Study
Building aesthetics could be improved by designing "authentic" structural details that do not require the extra finishes to make them more attractive. This paper will examine a case study of an existing building where exposed structural elements provide both aesthetic and sustainable benefits as part of an extensive renovation project. The objective of this renovation project was to leave the new structural elements exposed for aesthetic purposes. A new exposed truss and exposed wood floor system create a functional and architecturally inspiring space, giving new life to a once forgotten building. This paper includes a life cycle assessment of the exposed wood floor assembly compared to a life cycle assessment of a typical concrete, metal deck, and steel beam floor assembly. This case study provides an argument for structural engineers and architects everywhere that "authentic" structural design with an eye on aesthetics is a viable approach toward sustainability.
Structure as Aesthetic in Sustainable Design Case Study
Building aesthetics could be improved by designing "authentic" structural details that do not require the extra finishes to make them more attractive. This paper will examine a case study of an existing building where exposed structural elements provide both aesthetic and sustainable benefits as part of an extensive renovation project. The objective of this renovation project was to leave the new structural elements exposed for aesthetic purposes. A new exposed truss and exposed wood floor system create a functional and architecturally inspiring space, giving new life to a once forgotten building. This paper includes a life cycle assessment of the exposed wood floor assembly compared to a life cycle assessment of a typical concrete, metal deck, and steel beam floor assembly. This case study provides an argument for structural engineers and architects everywhere that "authentic" structural design with an eye on aesthetics is a viable approach toward sustainability.
Structure as Aesthetic in Sustainable Design Case Study
Means, S. J. (author) / Cocke, D. W. (author)
Structures Congress 2013 ; 2013 ; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Structures Congress 2013 ; 2779-2788
2013-04-30
Conference paper
Electronic Resource
English
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