a guide to building development in hong kong - HKU Libraries

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERThe structural engineer is responsible for determiningthe stability of a building at as low a cost as possible,consistent with specific design requirements. He ensuresthat the structure carries into the ground the loads andstresses which result from the design, that it copes withexpansion and contraction without damage, is durablewith minimum maintenance and that the structuralmembers cause minimal obstruction to the use of thebuilding and the passage of essential services within andaround it.He also advises on the most sensible way of buildingin terms of the quality, quantity and arrangement ofcomponents and the sequence in which they are used.On site, the engineer is closely involved in inspectionand supervision of the structural work as it progressesand assists the contractor in understanding the keystructural factors affecting the building.Tsim Sha Tsui Space Museum.trLLJLLJLUccteHong Kong Coliseum under construct/on.