Week 9 - Structure: Roof (Adam)

Week 9 Saw the structural systems for the top level begin. The first task was to deal with the large open roof spanning over the courtyard. In order to ensure the space had an open feel, and was naturally lit, the architectural proposition called for large open spans.

The roof section was split into four glass spans. These spans were then converted into curtain panels, by adding mullions and grid lines. The enclosed spans had to line up with the roof trusses, in order to support the roof properly.

The final roof structure, with curtain panels revealing the trusses within.