Iron+and+Steel

Iron and Steel

“The old cast iron buildings died out. I'm not really sure whether the new skyscrapers killed them or the new esthetics ”

I am agree with John H. Lienhard; “the old cast iron buildings died out”. In my opinion, nowadays there are other materials such as steel and glass. These materials are replaced the iron because the styles have changed over time. Currently aesthetic in architecture has changed, now with minimalism and contemporary architecture steel is used as a structure, while it is visible on the facade. However I think that aesthetic is not the only reason. To build skyscrapers is essential a resistant structure. Steel is a better material than iron because it is more resistant to compression, tension and bending. In conclusion I think that the cast iron buildings died out reason is a combination of new skyscrapers and new esthetics.

Iron Facade. Steel and glass Facade.

