Contemporary Bamboo Architecture: Architectural form and structural configuration
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Due to its physical characteristics and mechanical properties, bamboo is used in culm construction that can withstand force and loads and create various architectural forms. This article aims to study and explore the relationship between architectural form and structural configuration under the line-forming elements with bamboo culm. A mixed-method research methodology was executed, which consisted of a physical architectural survey, structured interview and structural force behavior simulations on four case studies. The data were synthesized by content analysis, cross-case comparative analysis and structural simulations in line element or simplified analysis model.
The study found that (1) Organic architectural form, with the long curve roof ridge, is formed by structural configuration in three features: Linear configuration, Curve configuration, and Mixed configuration. Meanwhile, the geometric architectural form, with a conical roof, is formed by the Centralized configuration. (2) The architectural design with curves is a result of the function of form that is related to aerodynamic design and conceptual design from architects. For creating fluidity in the roof, it can be done by designing each structural frame to have different height levels. (3) Thyrsostachys, especially Thyrsostachys oliveri Gamble has an important role in bending applications because it has a Modulus of rupture of more than 98.07 MPa. Its tissue is highly resilient and resistant to bundle techniques to fracture, so it is used to create the curvature lines in the roof structure by bamboo bundle techniques which is similar to the Kwang-toop or curved purlin in Tortoise shell-shaped roof by Tai Dam. (4) Bamboo structures are held together by a bracing system to provide stability against wind and lateral forces. This increases the stability of the structure to withstand lateral loads, such as wind forces which is a characteristic finding in line-forming elements as well as timber and steel building structure systems.
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