Description

With current pressure to keep traditional buildings rather than replace them with new ones, not to mention the economic benefits, this book provides advice to structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and builders who may be relatively inexperienced in renovation work. It examines the structural aspects of renovating traditional buildings of the late 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries, concentrating on detached and terraced housing, retail and commercial premises, warehouses and other industrial buildings. Detailed sections describe the assessment, repair, and upgrading of structures built of masonry, timber, cast and wrought iron, and mild steel. It also covers the design and construction aspects of foundation strengthening and retention of facades and includes sources of further information.