Uploaded on 2016-04-26 by mario_ximenez

The city of Montevideo shows two predominant types of construction, and these are developed depending on the area. In old city, its historic character, are buildings of stone masonry or concrete, robust constructions with much decoration, large wooden doors and wrought iron details in their gates and windows. ![Pict-01][2] On the other hand, we see a modern Montevideo, slender buildings, some minimalist the heights around 15 levels, although the coastline is less, (this generates a benefit to users of La Rambla and the beaches of Rio de La Plata). The materials that stand out are: mixed structure of concrete and structural steel, large windows, inlaid wooden details of stainless steel and aluminum coatings. ![Pict-02][3] The walls of the buildings are a combination of various materials, used concrete, also much gypsum and Wood. There are also insulating materials which protect the interior from extreme temperatures that live in the country, mainly the cold. ![Pict-03][4] In recent years there has been a strong tendency to use the Steel Framing, highlighting the use of gypsum and steel, faster and more effective constructions. Along with this type of construction has been booming the use of metal containers of sea cargo, adapted for recreation or family households, mainly in the semi urban zones. ![Pict-04][5] Uruguay has the advantage that is not affected by any earthquake fault, which allows more slender structures, however, wind speeds in the area are quite intense. The area of Patagonia is the second to worldwide level, to prone generation of tornadoes ![Pict-05][6] [1]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14616477202622896.jpg [2]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/1461647598820189.jpg [3]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14616476264790424.jpg [4]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14616476538261697.jpg [5]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/1461647678753415.jpg [6]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/1461647698892623.jpg