EVALUATION OF GLASS FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE MATERIALS IN THE CONTEXT OF THE PLASTIC EFFECT OF CONCRETE IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

Aim: In this study, it is aimed to determine the success of glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) in realizing the plastic effect on the works of various architects and the advantages it provides in terms of aesthetics, according to the principles determined through the works of Zaha Hadid with the success of benefiting from the aesthetic properties of concrete and emphasizing the plastic effect. By giving information on the technical features of GFRC based on the literature, attention has been drawn to the effect of technical features (lightness, strength, etc.) on realizing the plastic effect. In addition, the places where different architects preferred GFRC in their designs were analyzed and the importance of the material design relationship was tried to be emphasized in this respect. Method: In the study, data collection and comparative analysis methods from qualitative methods were used. Findings: In the buildings examined, it was observed that GFRC was used only in the landscape of Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center, but frequently on the facade and interior. It has been observed that 60% of the GFRC used in the sample buildings has a 3D texture. It has been understood that the principles that create a plastic effect are largely provided by the GFRC. Results: GFRC is a very successful material due to its technical features in terms of providing the plastic effect, and that it can be molded according to the desired form and surface properties in architecture. However, in the light of the information obtained from the literature, it has been understood that the use of GFRC in the built environment is limited, so it has been concluded that the advantages of the aesthetic and technical characteristics of the material should be introduced to the architects.