Book description
An introduction to the concepts and principles of architectural
structures in an easy-to-read format
Written as an easy-to-understand primer on the topic, Structure for
Architects engages readers through instruction that uses a highly
visual format and real-world examples to underline the key facets of
structural principles that are essential to the design process.
Eschewing complicated mathematics and technical jargon, Structure for
Architects demystifies the subject matter by showing it in the context
of everyday situations, giving architects and architectural
technologists a clear understanding of how to incorporate structural
principles into their designs.
Highlights of this book include:
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A rich collection of drawings, photographs, and diagrams, spread
throughout the text, which demonstrate fundamental structural
concepts using everyday examples
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An overview of structural design basics, as well as a summary of
structural forms
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A look at the design implications of steel, reinforced concrete,
and wood
By providing an overall view of structures that covers the essentials
of what architects and architectural technologists need to know,
Structure for Architects is a valuable tool for illustrating
the importance of designing with structure in mind and for learning
the basics that are necessary for collaborating confidently with
project team members.
Ramsey Dabby is Chief Architect for the New York City Fire
Department and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Architecture at New York
City College of Technology (CUNY). He is a registered architect in New
York and New Jersey with forty years of architectural experience in
the private and public sectors.
Ashwani Bedi is a Structural Engineer with the New York City
Department of Design and Construction and Adjunct Assistant Professor
of Structures at both New York City College of Technology (CUNY) and
New York University. In addition to being a professional engineer in
New York, New Jersey, and Maryland, he is also a Chartered Engineer in
India. He has more than twenty years of varied engineering experience
with acclaimed national and international consulting firms in the
fields of structural design, CAD, and computer-aided analysis.
