| Speaker: Dr Saman de Silva, RMIT | |
| Venue | Rooms A&B, Engineers Australia, 21 Bedford Street, North Melbourne, VIC |
| Date | Tuesday 14th February, 5:30pm - 7:30pm |
| Members Cost | FREE |
| Non Members Cost | FREE |
| Event Contact | Richard Eckhaus |
| Contact Email | richard@eckhaus.com.au |
| Hosted By | Structural Branch |
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The advancements in architectural software and the demands for “Iconic” building status have created aesthetically pleasing, but invariably complex structural forms. Can we as the structural designers respond positively and how are we accomplish this? This seminar will review and highlight the current challenges and the areas needing scrutiny, self development and capacity building.
Presentation Summary
A review of current challenges in the design of the new generation of high-rise buildings. The importance of conceptual understanding of the structural behaviour of these type of buildings and the challenges involved in design, documentation and construction.
Speaker Bio
The presenter, Dr Saman de Silva is currently a senior Lecturer in Structural Design at RMIT. With more than 14 years experience in industry he has been involved in the design of some of Melbourne’s major buildings, such as Etihad Stadium, Crown Developments, and the Quaywest Apartments.
