To achieve the large spans of glazing in the timber-framed building, the architects devised two cross-shaped buttresses.
The main structure is a steel-framed building in which prefabricated units are used for the ceilings (with the exception of the core areas).
The concrete-framed building is made up of a gabled portion above ground, containing exhibits, and a subterranean rectilinear block, which hosts auxiliary spaces including offices.
With the rapid development of steel framed buildings, the steel plates for buildings must possess higher performances of strength, toughness, yield ratio and weldability, etc.
