METHODOLOGY FOR EVALUATING THE ESTHETICS OF BRIDGE DESIGNS

Presented is a systematic method for determining the esthetic appeal of bridge designs by the use of paired line drawings in which one visual factor at a time is varied. These paired drawings are used for judging. The results of a survey taken show that esthetic perference is generally given to such factors as simplicity, slimness, symmetry, and harmony with the site.

  • Corporate Authors:

    Virginia Highway and Transportation Research Council

    Charlottesville, VA  United States 

    Virginia Department of Highways

    Traffic and Planning Division, 1221 East Broad Street
    Richmond, VA  United States  23219
  • Authors:
    • Zuk, W
  • Publication Date: 1972-12

Media Info

  • Pagination: 42 p.

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Filing Info

  • Accession Number: 00392137
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Report/Paper Numbers: VHTRC 72-RP1 Final Rpt.
  • Files: TRIS, STATEDOT
  • Created Date: Jun 30 1985 12:00AM