Structure for Architects

Ashwani Bedi is a Professional Engineer and Deputy Director of Engineering with the NYC Department of Design and Construction. He has over 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors, and is currently Adjunct Associate Professor at the New York City College of Technology, where he teaches Structures courses. He is also the co-author of Structure for Architects: A Primer.Ramsey Dabby is a Registered Architect having served as Chief Architect for the NYC Fire Department, and previously as Director of Engineering and Construction for the Hertz Corporation. Now retired with over 40 years' experience in the public and private sectors, he currently teaches as Adjunct Faculty in the Architectural Departments of the New York City College of Technology, the City College of New York, and the New York Institute of Technology. He is also the co-author of Structure for Architects: A Primer.

• Contents INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURAL DESIGN Removing a Bearing Wall STRUCTURAL DESIGN METHODOLOGIES Building Codes and Industry Organizations Loads Safety Factors Load Combinations Design Methodologies STRESS, STRAIN, AND MATERIAL BEHAVIOR Stress, Strain, and Material Properties Stress-Strain Curves for Steel, Wood, and Concrete Elastic/Plastic Material Behavior – An Analogy Elastic/Plastic Analogy Applied to a Beam Section Modulus Getting Started - Case Study CASE STUDY INTRODUCTION Load Combinations Designing for Beams and Girders Designing for Columns UNDERSTANDING STEEL Manufacture and Materials General Design Considerations Design Considerations for Beams Design Considerations for Columns DESIGN IN STEEL – CASE STUDY AssumptionsCase Study – Design in Steel (ASD)6.2.ASD Beam 36.3.ASD Girder B6.4.ASD Column B2Case Study – Design in Steel (LRFD)6.2.LRFD Beam 36.3.LRFD Girder B6.4.LRFD Column B2ASD / LRFD Discussion UNDERSTANDING WOOD Sawn Lumber – Manufacture and Properties Sawn Lumber – Design Considerations for Beams Sawn Lumber – Design Considerations for Columns Engineered Lumber – Manufacture and Products Engineered Lumber – Design Considerations DESIGN IN SAWN WOOD – CASE STUDY AssumptionsCase Study – Design in Sawn Wood Beam 3 Girder B Column B2 DESIGN IN ENGINEERED WOOD – CASE STUDY AssumptionsCase Study – Design in Engineered Wood A Typical Joist Girder B Column B2 UNDERSTANDING REINFORCED CONCRETE Materials and Manufacture Structural Considerations Design Considerations for Beams Design Considerations for Columns DESIGN IN REINFORCED CONCRETE – CASE STUDY AssumptionsCase Study – Design in Reinforced Concrete Beam 3 Girder B Column B2 IN CLOSINGAppendix 1. AISC STEEL CONSTRUCTION MANUALAppendix 2. NATIONAL DESIGN SPECIFICATION (NDS) FOR WOOD CONSTRUCTIONAppendix 3. ACI 318: BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR STRUCTURAL CONCRETEAppendix 4. BEAM DIAGRAMS AND FORMULAE

"Structure for Architects - A Case Study in Steel, Wood, and Reinforced Concrete Design is a descriptive and well organized text that outlines the basics of structural design. I was pleasantly surprised by the impact of the illustrations and their ability to reinforce the content of each chapter. The case studies show the application of theory and serve as a guide for general design principles. It is a fantastic tool for introducing architects to the world of structural design."Structural Engineer at Murray Engineering PCEngineering Professor at New York Institute of Technology"The authors have succeeded in presenting an excellent resource for understanding the fundamental principles of structural engineering that serves to benefit both practicing architects and architectural students as well as providing a refresher for more experienced engineers. As technological advancements have moved our profession to an increased reliance on computerized solutions to complex structural problems, it is important to maintain touch with basic engineering concepts as applied to the design of steel, wood, and reinforced concrete framing. This reference book provides a firm platform for achievement of that result."Thomas J. Michon, P.E. Structural Engineer"This work represents an impressive, well thought-out, concise and simplified approach to structural design. The break-out of simplified load diagrams, appropriate formulae, their application, and material studies, allow for ease or understanding and retention. This book should be owned by every architectural student, intern and practicing architect."Wendell C. Edwards, RA, PhD, NCARBAssociate Professor,New York City college of Technology"The case studies illustrate a workflow and parametric thinking that integrates design, structure and materials. It is a valuable tool for Architects to analyse and solve problems methodically."Sanjive VaidyaChair of the Department of Architectural Technology"Structures for Architects offers a comprehensive overview on the principles of design for three major structural materials: steel, wood and reinforced concrete. The content is presented in a clear, intuitive and visual manner, and includes valuable case studies that help illustrate and enhance the concepts. An excellent reference and teaching tool for students of architecture."Ivan Markov Ph.D.Structural EngineerSpitzer School of Architecture"This volume builds on the authors' previous Primer to provide a valuable and engaging set of texts for teaching structures for architecture students. The endeavor has been informed by years of classroom experience, a passion for the subject, and an intuitive understanding of the power of visual representations to convey structural principles. The variety and clarity of the many illustrations -- photographs, diagrams, rendered axonometrics, and especially the beautiful and tactile hand sketching -- is a great strength of the book. The authors know how to exploit the curiosity of the visual thinker and invite the type of exploration that leads to a genuine understanding."Shelley SmithNew York City College of Technology The City University of New York