Cantilever

Structural projection supported on one end.

Overview

Cantilever construction uses concrete and steel for extended structures without external supports, enabling bold designs.

Core Characteristics

• Extended, unsupported spans.
• Structural innovation.
• Modern aesthetic.

Notable Examples

• Fallingwater (USA, 1937, cantilevered residence).
• Marina Bay Sands (Singapore, 2010, cantilevered roof).

Architectural Connections

• Modern: Structural focus.
• Residential: Innovative homes.
• Modernism: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Frank Lloyd Wright, it shapes dynamic architecture.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Structural Engineering (technique), Structuralism (theory), Beam (element), Organic Architecture (movement)