Floats like a butterfly. AJ 17.07.97
Architects' Journal Building Study
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Architects' Journal Building Study
Abstract
Conversion of a former school in Immingham, built using the CLASP industrialized system, together with some new build, to provide a multi media centre with performance auditoria and recording studios. Internally, the butterfly roof of the extension has an off centre glulam beam, along with perforated universal steel beams, to provide a clear space. The external cantilever has edge support from inclined circular steel columns. Cost comment. Working details of stressed skin plywood roof. Architects: Hodson Architects.
Subjects
- Entertainment/refreshment facilities
- Building types
- Broadcasting studios
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