Product Description

This is the first fully comprehensive survey and analysis of masted structures and covers examples that have evolved during the past three decades.

Masted Structures are one of the most interesting developments in post-war architecture resulting from a combination of technology, structural engineering theory and a collaboration between architects and engineers.

This is an essential guide for architects to the structural and constructional implications of masted forms in relation to space enclosure, patterns of loading and use of differing materials and techniques. This useful volume will enable architects and engineers to understand the origins, development and nature of masted structures and will provide a stimulating basis for future design.

* The first survey and analysis of masted structures gives you a comprehensive understanding of the topic
* Learn about the origins and development of the masted structure
* Be inspired for your future designs

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1221613 in Books
• Published on: 1996-05-09
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 176 pages

Review
'Highly informative and for designers interested in the subject it is the most thorough reference I have seen'
Architectural Review

'A comprehensive and well illustrated review of a large number of structures.'
Architect's Journal

'An excellent review of the subject, of interest not only to architects and engineers, but to anyone concerned with new architectural forms.'
Viewpoint magazine

'Masted Structures in Architecture is an essential reference resource and of interest to architects, students and developers.'
Hinge Magazine

'Impressive attention to detail'
Building Magazine -- Review

Review
'Highly informative and for designers interested in the subject it is the most thorough reference I have seen'
Architectural Review

'A comprehensive and well illustrated review of a large number of structures.'
Architect's Journal

'An excellent review of the subject, of interest not only to architects and engineers, but to anyone concerned with new architectural forms.'
Viewpoint magazine

'Masted Structures in Architecture is an essential reference resource and of interest to architects, students and developers.'
Hinge Magazine

'Impressive attention to detail'
Building Magazine

From the Publisher
This book is an essential guide for architects to the structural and constructional implications of masted forms in relation to space enclosure, patterns of loading and use of differing materials and techniques. This useful volume will enable architects and engineers to understand the origins, development and nature of masted structures and will provide a stimulating basis for future design.

Customer Reviews

an excellent collection of tensile structures in the world
The book offers critical insights into a large collection of tensile structures around the world. Although one would wish for more colour pictures, the information provided is informative and could easily be followed if needed. The book is suitable for professionals and students alike. However, given the rapid development in this area, I wonder if the authors would consider publishing a revision or an expanded edition. Overall, very well done.

It is an extensive catalogue of a new breed of structure
Being one of the authors of this book. It is difficult to write an impartial review. However, if anyone wish to contact the authors, you can email me at kli@HK.Super.Net