The Constructor

MARCH 23, 2012

STRUCTURAL FORMS OF SHEAR WALLS: Monolithic shear walls are classified as short, squat or cantilever according to their height to depth ratio. These are called coupled shear walls because they behave as individual continuous wall sections coupled by the connecting beams or slabs. In many cases, the wall is pierced by openings.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

The elements of a folded plate structure are similar to those of a barrel shell except that all elements are planar, and the moments in the slab elements are affected by the differential movement of the joints. The arch, however, is supported by internal shears, and so may be calculated.

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

The property begins with series of “welcoming plazas” that have 1-ton stone monolith sculptures. Echoing the minimalist aesthetic, the bathrooms have walk-in showers and monolith stone sinks. The post Casa Silencio in Oaxaca, Mexico appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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Natural Building

JANUARY 2, 2022

The wall is built in one go to form a monolithic structure, eliminating the secondary insulation fixing process. The slab is built on foamed glass and features a high percentage of cement replacements to minimise its carbon footprint. The post A Unique Cob Experiment in England appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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