Repeat performance
Series: New Civil Engineer ; (1498) 4 September 2003, 16-18(3)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Summary: Report on the building of Moor House in the City, the next addition to London's skyline. The same three companies that built the Swiss Re building are involved: Skanska, Arup and Foster and Partners. The tubular element marking the line between the structures two curved facades has been dubbed 'the bandolier' after its visual similarity with the cartridge belt worn across the chest by soldiers. Describes the construction of Moor House and how the builders dealt with the restrictions of the site itself. Mentions what measures have been taken to protect against vehicle impact and fire.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS67132 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 123984-1001 |
Report on the building of Moor House in the City, the next addition to London's skyline. The same three companies that built the Swiss Re building are involved: Skanska, Arup and Foster and Partners. The tubular element marking the line between the structures two curved facades has been dubbed 'the bandolier' after its visual similarity with the cartridge belt worn across the chest by soldiers. Describes the construction of Moor House and how the builders dealt with the restrictions of the site itself. Mentions what measures have been taken to protect against vehicle impact and fire.