2B.Arch, Faculty of Architecture, CEPT University, Ahmedabad – 380009, India
Abstract
There has always been a need for recyclable materials in the construction industry. Taking this fact into consideration an
exploration using paper tubes and medium density fiber-board (M.D.F) as construction materials was ventured. In order to
understand these materials, a temporary space frame was made. The paper describes in detail the entire process of making the
space frame. Issues related to shape and size of the structure, connection detail and its material, wind forces etc., which occur
frequently during the making of such structures are discussed in depth. At last the strengths, weaknesses, and scope of paper
tubes as a building construction material in coming future have been discussed.