Course Overview
This presentation will provide an overview of reciprocal framing systems, showing examples of well-known structural forms such as lamella arches, as well as less common radial and triangular frames. It will also provide some technical guidance as well as a case study attempting to outline some of the potential benefits to reciprocal framing systems in buildings.
Learning Objectives
- An understanding of what a reciprocal frame is.
- An understanding of the range of possible reciprocal framing solutions.
- Some technical background to provide a starting point for a designer wishing to use a reciprocal frame in a project.
- Familiarity with the benefits and drawbacks to reciprocal frames for their appropriate use.
Course Video
Speaker Bio
David Bowick, P.Eng.
Adjunct Professor – Masters in Architecture
University of Toronto
David Bowick has received many industry honours since he began his career in 1990. His inventive approach to design has made him sought-after, particularly when a project calls for innovative solutions. He is a three-time recipient of the WoodWorks Building the Future engineer award, and has received awards for his work in wood, concrete and architectural steel. Dozens of projects he has worked on have been granted awards in the field of architecture, such as the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics and the French River Visitors Centre (both recipients of the Governor General’s Award).
An avid teacher, David is an adjunct professor in the Masters in Architecture program at the University of Toronto. He is a frequent guest speaker on the topics of architecture and engineering, and contributes to the industry through committees and events. His writing has appeared in several publications, including Concrete Toronto.
David is a licensed professional engineer in the provinces of Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and New Brunswick. He is a member of the Canadian Standards Association Technical Committee on CAN/CSA-O86, Engineering Design in Wood and a member of the Technical Committee responsible for the Engineering Guide for Wood Frame Construction.