Explaining the bookend effect

Richardson, C.

Explaining the bookend effect - 1998 - Architects` Journal 208(3) 16 July 1998, 42-44(3) .

Examines the `bookend effect` in Geogian and Victorian terraces, whereby longitudinal expansion of the terrace thrusts the end-of-terrace properties sideways as a whole, including their flank walls. Discusses four London case studies and, considers remedies. Includes references.


DISTORTION
FLANK WALLS
GEORGIAN HOUSES
LONGITUDINAL EXPANSION
Party walls
REMEDIES
SPINE WALLS
STABILITY
TERRACES
VICTORIAN HOUSES