Complexity, Simplified [A2]

Advances in digital technologies over the past 20+ years have radically increased the tendency to design complex structures. For steel, this has expanded the use of highly angular geometries, curves, and Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel. In keeping with the thought behind the category system for AESS that describes a range of approaches to the detailing of projects, this talk will look at a range of methods to address the design of complex steel structures. There are many ways to achieve aesthetically driven visual complexity and some can be economically driven. The presenter has recently published a book on complex steel structures and will use this exploration to present a wide range of highly visual project examples.

Track: Architecture

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