Tuesday, March 6, 2007

NORTHERN METROPOLITAN INSTITUTE OF TAFE - HEIDELBERG CAMPUS -

This photo shows the exterior of the TAFE building. Structural steel beams are used to support the building, but are also used as a design feature.

The building is used for teaching mechanical trades. It houses workshops with large equipment and machinery, as well as classrooms and offices.

Exposing the steel beams and the metal mesh walkways adds a utilitarian and functional feel to the building, as well as providing what I imagine is a relatively simple and efficient structural system.

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