Crossword Skyscrapers

2. (2 words) A vertical structural element that supports floors and transfers weight to the columns
6. (2 words) The process of planning and designing the use of land in an urban area
8. The science of controlling sound within a building
12. A large, horizontal structural element that distributes weight to the foundation
13. (2 words) A type of exterior wall that does not support any weight
14. (2 words) A type of engineering that deals with the strength and stability of structures
16. A building that is very tall and has many floors
17. (Acronym) A type of software used by architects to create and visualise building designs
18. (2 words) Regulations that dictate the minimum safety requirements for a building
19. (2 words) The practice of designing buildings that are environmentally friendly
20. (2 words) The outer shell of a building, including walls, windows, and doors
22. The measurement from the ground to the top of a building
23. (2 words) A type of column that supports the weight of a building
24. The temporary structure used to mould concrete during construction

1. (2 words) The force exerted on a building by wind
3. (3 words) The design of a building to withstand earthquakes
4. This material is used in the foundation of most skyscrapers
5. (Acronym) The type of systems that deal with heating, cooling, and plumbing in a building
7. (2 words) The process of designing the layout and look of a building
9. A deep structural element that anchors a building to the ground
10. A thin, non-structural outer covering of a building
11. This material is used to reinforce concrete and improve its strength
15. A material commonly used for windows and curtain walls
21. A device used to move people and goods vertically within a building