Ilgın, H E (2022) A study on interrelations of structural systems and main planning considerations in contemporary supertall buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 41(6), pp. 1-25. ISSN 23984708
Abstract
Purpose: The aim of the study is to provide a comprehensive understanding of interrelations of structural systems and main planning considerations in supertall buildings (≥300 m). Design/methodology/approach: Data were collected from 140 contemporary supertall towers using the case study method to analyze structural systems in the light of the key design considerations to contribute to the creation of more viable supertall building projects. Findings: Central core typology, outriggered frame system, composite material and tapered prismatic and free forms were the most preferred features in supertall building design. Shear walled frame and tube systems occurred mostly in the 300–400 m height range, while outriggered frame systems were in the range of 300–600 m in height. Asia, the Middle East and North America mainly preferred outriggered frame systems, followed by tube systems. Considering the building function and form, the most preferred structural system in each of these groups was outriggered frame system, while mixed-use function stood out in all structural systems except in shear walled frame system. Originality/value: To date, there has been no comprehensive study in the literature of the interrelations of structural systems and important planning considerations in the design of contemporary supertall towers through a large set of study samples. This critical issue was multidimensionally explored in this paper in light of 140 detailed case studies of supertall buildings around the world.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | building form; building height; core planning; interrelations; structural material; structural system; supertall building |
| Index terms: | critical issue, building design, case study, composite, building height, methodology, Asia, tube, Middle East |
| Subjects: | research methods, physical geography and landforms, building performance, risk assessment, data collection methods, materials science, architectural design, regions and continents |
| Topics: | Design Practice, Construction Materials, Engineering Principles, Geographical Context, Research Practice, Risk Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTE |
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