CONVENTION CENTER

Idea projektu

The project focuses on the design of a convention center in Chennai, one of India’s thriving
cultural and business hubs. The center is envisioned as a flexible, multifunctional space capable
of hosting conferences, exhibitions, trade shows, and cultural events. The design
emphasize the use of steel as a primary material, showcasing its structural versatility, aesthetic
potential, and environmental benefits

Popis projektu

To design a state-of-the-art convention center in Chennai using innovative steel construction
techniques that exemplify sustainability, functionality, and architectural excellence, while serving
as a dynamic space for diverse events.
To integrate steel into the project's design at multiple levels, from primary structure to building
envelope and tectonic details.
the design and form of building typologies that are the result of pressure
on urban lands with a thrust on issues like urban land economics, technology and ecology

Technické informace

The construction of the building, "PROJECT  - CONVENTION CENTER", is composed of 

1. Primary Structural System

Steel Structure:
The main framework is a steel structure, consisting of:

Steel columns

Steel grid framework

I-section beams
These are used for load-bearing and long-span support (e.g., for exhibition halls, auditoriums).

RCC Columns (Reinforced Cement Concrete):
RCC columns (230mm x 450mm) are integrated with the steel structure for additional stability and vertical load transfer.

2. Roof Construction

Metal Roof:
A metal sheet roofing system is used, supported by an arched steel truss system and secondary I-beams.

ETFE Membrane:
Some areas use an ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) membrane, a lightweight, transparent material ideal for skylights and large-span roofs.

Corrugated Metal Sheet:
This is used as a covering over the roof for durability and water resistance.

3. Foundation & Base Components

Concrete Bed:
A 250mm thick concrete bed forms the base of the structure.

Anchor Bolt & Base Plate System:
Includes:

Anchor bolts with expansive anchoring

Base plates (1.8m x 0.8m)

25mm leveling mortar

12mm bolted connections

4. Connection and Joinery

High-Strength Bolts and Welded Plates:
For beam-to-column connections.

Compression and Tension Members:
Designed to manage load distribution and structural stability.

Tension Cables with Turnbuckles and Swage Sockets:
Used for tensioned structural fabric and cable-supported roofing systems.

5. Glazing and Façade

Double Glazed Glass Panels:
Used likely in foyers and facade elements for insulation and aesthetics.

Wooden Structure with Dampers:
These provide a blend of traditional materials with seismic damping features.

6. Roofing Waterproofing

Waterproof Urethane Resin Spray:
Applied over roof slabs for moisture protection.

Roof Drain and Gutter Tube System:
For rainwater management.

7. Additional Elements

Structural Panels, Secondary I-Beams, and Perforated Edges:
Indicate attention to both structure and aesthetics.

Catenary Cable System:
Used with PVC-coated polyester fabric for tensile structures and canopy elements.

Dokumentace

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