Design of an Art Gallery in Botanical Garden

Abstract

This thesis presented the overall project concept, with focus on the detailed structural design and analysis of the roof structure. Mainly it included calculation of load, modelling of the structure in AxisVM software, timber elements check and design of connections. A linear analysis was first conducted to generate load combinations and obtain utilization results, which are below allowable limit. A nonlinear analysis was carried out to determine internal forces and moments under different combinations of permanent and variable actions. Then the results of the analysis were used for each critical timber element verification. Special attention was given to the design and calculation of different types of connection depending on position and condition, such as lapping, nailed and steel plate bolted connections. The obtained results showed that the designed structure provides strength and stability under certain loading conditions.