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the principle of the free expansion of the structure was also applied in the previ- ous aGC of ce (the Glaverbel Building) in Brussels. In this ring-shaped build- ing the ve oor plates, supported on columns and beams, were allowed to expand outwards.the hori- zontal forces were absorbed in full concrete panels that were placed tangentially in the ring. as a result of the torsion forces generated in the circular facade beams, a number of tears were noted in the facades immediately following implementation. Since then, the tears have not increased, either in size or number.
the structure of the aGC Glass Building uses the same principle, but without the use of oor beams, which have been replaced by the use of column-supported at oor plates.the Glaverbel Building was designed in 1963 by the architect Renaat Braem with andré Jacqmain, Pierre Guillissen and Victor mulpas, and was built between 1964 and 1967.this building is one of the most important icons of modernist archi- tecture in Belgium and is also a refer- ence in terms of the construction techniques used.the principle of the free expansion of the structure was suggested by the advisory engineer, Prof. Dr andré Paduart, who founded the Setesco company in 1957. this historical reference is no coincidence, since during his engineering studies at the université libre de Bruxelles (1966-1971), Philippe Samyn was a student of andré Paduart.
SIte PROGReSS September 2012
2012
2013 2014
2012-09
Site preparation and groundwork
Foundation posts and foundation basement
Massive concrete slabs and columns on ground level; shell work basement First- oor slab
Concrete core activation in oor slabs Second- oor slab
Roof slab
Assembly main staircase Steel structure gallery
Roof covering
Exterior woodwork and bamboo facade covering Wooden terraces and interior gardens
Second facade in glass panels
Technical installations in shafts or under the raised oor
Installation of raised oors
Drywall partitions and spray-plaster ceilings
Lifts
Interior woodwork
Wood ooring and carpet
Kitchen and restaurant
Technical installations in basement; BTES eld; PV panels
Surround works Delivery