Most people would look at this image and think ‘Wow, looks great’. Most engineers would have looked at this on paper and said ‘No way’. Don’t let stale ‘set int their way’ engineers get in the way you realising your next design. AM-A will collaborate with you to ensure an innovative solution that meets all the structural and aesthetic requirements.
Problems in suspended brick veneer designs
Suspending brick over steel beams presents a multitude of challenges to the engineer. Deflection in the steel can lead to cracking, differential thermal movement is also another issue. The dead load created by the bricks can lead to excessive an unsightly steel members.
How to make your design a reality
Engage AM-A early in your design process to seamlessly integrate structural elements into your next design. Rather than saying ‘No way’ at AM-A we love a challenge. We will work through the design with you from the preliminary stages to the final details to enable your vision. By engaging AM-A early in the design process we can give initial feedback on what members are possible so that you can better manage your budgets. Early indications of the size of the required members will reduce design iterations and give the maximum possible time design away any unsightly impacts resulting from the structural requirements. AM-A will use the latest tools and methods available to ensure your design meets its requirements.
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