Author: Jordaan, I J
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Jordaan, I J
The Structural Engineer, Volume 49, Issue 1, 1971
The paper first describes the general planning concepts which have led to an unusual hospital building, and the method of working of the Project Team responsible for if. The evolution of the structural principles used in each of the main units of the building, and the methods of construction adopted, are then described. The sequence employed is that of the design; the superstructure is described first, followed by a note on preliminary site works and a fuller description of the design and construction of the foundations including a number of problems that were encountered. The main structural material used is lightweight aggregate concrete and some comments on the experiences gained with this material are given. G. Mould
The conditions for the 13th Biennial Competition for the Drury Medal, founded by the late Mr. F. E. Drury (Past President) are now available.
Following an outline of the events forming the background to the project, the authors have set down their approach to the decisions which were required at the various stages of its development. The major disciplines are stated and reasons for the choice of the particular layout, articulation, materials and finishes finally adopted are given. W.A.F. Fairhurst, A. Beveridge and G.F. Farquhar