Reinforced concrete is the go-to powerhouse of modern construction: no
other load-bearing building material is as malleable with similarly good
noise and fire protection properties. The book illustrates this
versatility with around 20 building examples and specialist articles
from the fields of structural and civil engineering. In-depth project
descriptions and numerous detailed drawings show the design and
construction process of these halls, bridges, railway stations, and
office buildings. Articles informed by research and practice also
portray a building material in transformation. Still, the reinforced
concrete buildings of earlier decades also constitute a legacy, and
their restoration and maintenance continue to fascinate us to this day.
The book also takes a critical look at the handling of this building
material.