Topic : Common Structural Forms for High-rise Buildings in Hong Kong
Topic : Common Structural Forms for High-rise Buildings in Hong Kong
Topic : Common Structural Forms for High-rise Buildings in Hong Kong
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Advan. . features of framed structure (cont<strong>in</strong>ued)<br />
7. Adaptable to almost any shape<br />
8. Easily altered with<strong>in</strong> limits of frame<br />
– regular or non-regular grid system is very adaptable <strong>in</strong><br />
spatial arrangement<br />
9. Offsite preparation possible – especially <strong>for</strong> prefabricated<br />
construction us<strong>in</strong>g precast concrete or structural steel<br />
elements<br />
10. May be designed to accommodate movement<br />
11. Acceptable distribution of natural light – w<strong>in</strong>dow open<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
can be provided easily on eternal walls<br />
12. Easy to design structurally <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g computer design – aga<strong>in</strong>,<br />
due to simple geometry