Fabric structures in architecture:

Fabric Structures in Architecture covers the varying ways textiles and their properties are used in building construction, with particular focus given to tensile structures. The text begins with the fundamental principles of textiles, including the origins of fabric architecture, then progressing to...

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Other Authors: Llorens, J. I. (Editor)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge, UK Woodhead Publishing Limited, in association with the Textile Institute [2015]
Series:Woodhead publishing in textiles no. 165
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Online Access:FLA01
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Summary:Fabric Structures in Architecture covers the varying ways textiles and their properties are used in building construction, with particular focus given to tensile structures. The text begins with the fundamental principles of textiles, including the origins of fabric architecture, then progressing to a discussion of the modern textiles of today. It covers relevant textile materials and their properties, including coatings and membranes. In addition, a range of design considerations are discussed, with detailed information on installation and failure modes. A series of case studies from around the world accompany the discussion, illustrating the applications of textiles in architecture
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:1 online resource
ISBN:1336286520
9781336286528
9781782422402
1782422404
9781782422334
1782422331

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