Question

What are the advantages and disadvantages of post and lintel construction and where can it be seen in architecture today
Ms. Sue
Post and lintel construction is simple and sturdy.

I see it in the doorways of my house.

http://www.google.com/search?q=post+and+lintel+construction&hl=en&prmd=imvns&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=kSSrT4T5O4ae2gW95ZSmAg&sqi=2&ved=0CGkQsAQ&biw=711&bih=453
Bella
ok for disadvantages i said it lacks tensile strength for stone, and because of the small distances required between the posts. Is that right?
Ms. Sue
http://www.ehow.com/list_6925727_pros-cons-post-lintel-construction.html
Bella
kk ty!
and do you know where the arch and vault construction can be seen in architecture today?
Ms. Sue
I don't know of any modern construction using the arch and vault, but you may find something here.

http://www.google.com/search?q=arch+and+vault+construction&hl=en&prmd=imvns&source=lnms&tbm=isch&ei=ey-rT_iYEIqQ9QTF8rEa&sa=X&oi=mode_link&ct=mode&cd=2&ved=0CAwQ_AUoAQ&biw=711&bih=453
Bella
i saw somewhere, it said its used as the entrance and exit of stadiums..
is that true?
Ms. Sue
Yes, you're probably right.