The Globe Building, Torquay

Globe facade. This building is constructed using concrete slabs, with a timber cladding. The central columns are constructed of concrete, but most likely have steel running through the centre, due to their odd angle, and concrete's tendancy to weaken and buckle under tensile loads. They are connected to a steel beam. Window to wall connection
Corner Window Connection Concrete attached column and beam system to help disperse loads

These steel connections assist in transferring the loads from the concrete floor slab into the walls below

I really like this building due to its innovative use of timber as a facade to make it more appealing. Also, the unsupported window corners are aesthetically pleasing, but also are effective as they assist the function of the building- a retail store, as it allows an unobstructed view.