Part 1: Architect’s Guide 1 - 2 Steel is not just a material aimed at technical prowess! It has many qualities that make it the preferred material for architects. It is economical and provides great mechanical functionality; it permits the design of structures which are graceful, light and airy; it streamlines construction site processes; and offers rapid execution. A major advantage, however, is the infinite freedom for creation which it affords the architect. The combinations of different products lend themselves to rich and varied types of construction. When combined with glass, steel makes fabulous use of light and space. This document, which is aimed at architects, provides an overview of the advantages of steel in construction for multi-storey buildings as well as best practice for this type of structure. Whatever the architect’s project, residential buildings, offices, schools, cultural buildings, retail or industrial buildings, the designer should read this document. It addresses: The material, its qualities and market products The structure (how to design) The envelope (different types of façade and roofs, how to integrate solar panels etc.) Sustainable steel construction. Figure 1.2 Office building in Paris Illustration of the many opportunities for using steel in building construction can be found on the following web sites: www.access-steel.com www.acierconstruction.com (in French) www.construiracier.fr (in French) www.infosteel.be (in French and Dutch) www.bouwenmetstaal.nl (in Dutch) www.bauforumstahl.de (in German) www.sbi.se (in Swedish) www.szs.ch (in French and German) www.apta.com.es (in Spanish) www.promozioneacciaio.it (in Italian) www.eurobuild-in-steel.com
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