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Auguste Perret and Modern Concrete Design by Farheen Bano is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Modern architecture emerged in the late 19th century as a reaction against eclecticism and ornamentation. It emphasized form following function, simplicity of forms, and exposing structural elements. Reinforced concrete, pioneered by Francois Hennebique in 1892, and steel were the principal modern materials used in massive new structures. Auguste Perret was a pioneer in reinforced concrete construction and blended modern theories with Gothic forms in structures like the Church of St. Jean-de Montmarte and L
- Author
- Farheen Bano
- Language
- EN