This module focused on tackling the structural aspect of the design. The main objective was to devise a straightforward structural approach that could be standardized. The first step in the process was deciding on the grid sizes: 4 m × 4 m for the residential program and 8 m × 8 m for the industrial program below. Then, we decided to use the system of columns and beams as structural members, along with bracings for the cantilevered areas.
CLT and GLT are the materials selected for their structural stability. Global construction practices are being revolutionized by innovative materials such as cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glue-laminated timber (GLT). When paired with traditional structural components like columns and beams, they offer numerous benefits in terms of sustainability, efficiency, and aesthetics. CLT and GLT can be used as vertical support elements in structural systems, serving as columns. They are appropriate for supporting heavy loads in both low- and high-rise buildings due to their high load-bearing capacity. Columns composed of GLT or CLT provide design flexibility and can be shaped and sized to match specific architectural specifications.
