About Structural Performance
This book marks the 10th anniversary of the 2011 Christchurch earthquake, which transformed this New Zealand city.
Focusing on the history of Christchurch and delving into the historical structural building techniques used throughout Christchurch’s construction, this book provides first hand insights from someone who was on the ground during the rebuild from the 2010-2011 earthquakes.
Read expert analysis from Dr Dmytro Dizhur on highlighting the historical significance of various buildings and explaining why some structural techniques worked and why others did not.
The observations in this book are an essential guide to help preserve much-loved historic buildings in the future, ultimately saving lives in Christchurch, the whole of New Zealand and ultimately, globally.
Over 50 buildings vividly Depicted
Historical Background
A history of Iconic buildings with analysis of historical techniques
Earthquake Strengthening
Expert Insight into employed structural techniques
Structural Performance
An overview of architectural damage and expose on structural damage and why.