Towards a low-risk high-rise office
Bressington, P.
Towards a low-risk high-rise office - 2002 - Estates Gazette (0209) 2 March 2002, 206-207(2) .
Discusses methods to reassure people about the safety of tall buildings following the events of September 11. Includes codes and standards that apply to these structures and fire protection. Reflects the fact that insurance premiums have risen by up to 300% in certain areas but questions whether this is a true picture of the risks faced. Argues for a more balanced and methodical approach for the future that gives individuals more information about their living and working environment.
TALL BUILDINGS
BUILT ENVIRONMENT-CONSTRUCTION DESIGN
HIGH RISE BUILDINGS
SKYSCRAPERS
TERRORISM
Towards a low-risk high-rise office - 2002 - Estates Gazette (0209) 2 March 2002, 206-207(2) .
Discusses methods to reassure people about the safety of tall buildings following the events of September 11. Includes codes and standards that apply to these structures and fire protection. Reflects the fact that insurance premiums have risen by up to 300% in certain areas but questions whether this is a true picture of the risks faced. Argues for a more balanced and methodical approach for the future that gives individuals more information about their living and working environment.
TALL BUILDINGS
BUILT ENVIRONMENT-CONSTRUCTION DESIGN
HIGH RISE BUILDINGS
SKYSCRAPERS
TERRORISM