Brutalist architecture is a style known for its rugged, block-like concrete buildings and its emphasis on materiality and function over decorative flourishes. Emerging in the 1950s. Brutalism became popular in the 1960s and 1970s before falling out of favor due to its cold, imposing aesthetic. However, in recent years, brutalism has seen a resurgence in…
Modernism architecture is also called International Style of architecture , after an exhibition of modernist architecture in America in 1932 by the architect Philip Johnson. The style became characterized by an emphasis on volume, asymmetrical compositions, and minimal ornamentation . Modernism was an architectural movement that emphasized function over form and rejected historical precedent and ornament….
Columns are crucial for the stability and strength of any construction project as they transfer the load from the roof or upper floors to the foundation or lower floors. Different materials, including concrete, steel, wood, stone, brick, or composites, can be used to create columns. The material selection is influenced by the project’s design, financial…
Columns in construction play a vital role in supporting structures and transferring loads from the upper levels to the foundation. Each element plays an important role and is designed for a specific purpose like transferring the loads from slab to beam, beam to column, column to soil. One important element among them are columns. They…
The entire process of structural planning and design calls for not only creativity and intellectual thinking, but also a thorough understanding of practical considerations like current design regulations and bye-laws, supported by a wealth of experience, institutional knowledge, and judgement. It is important to note that any construction that is being built must be durable…
Live loads or otherwise called super imposed loads are one important type of loading. To be considered by the engineer while designing a structure to ensure their safe design. Loads are the forces that may cause stresses, deformations, displacement and accelerations on a building. A structure or building component may be subject to various types of loads….