Building Big (2000) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Building Big online in HD.
Building Big — Storyline
Think big! Engineers have been doing just that for thousands of years, as renowned author-illustrator David Macaulay proves in this five-part miniseries on spectacular structures. The programs cover bridges, domes, skyscrapers, dams, and tunnels-past and present. Along the way, Macaulay highlights the engineering principles and human stories behind some of the most remarkable achievements in the history of building.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: David Macaulay, Larry Klein
Building Big — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2000-10-03 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 5 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | PBS |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 9/10 (1 votes) |
Building Big — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Bridges (2000-10-03) — How does a bridge withstand the forces of nature and traffic? Host David Macaulay takes viewers from the stone arch bridges of the Roman Empire to Japan's giant, all-steel Akashi K
- E2: Domes (2000-10-10) — How does a dome support itself? Ever since the Roman Emperor Hadrian topped his Pantheon with a dome, this roof-with-class has been the prestige building form. Big domes cover civi
- E3: Skyscrapers (2000-10-17) — What does it take to erect a skyscraper 100 stories tall? From the medieval towers of Italy's San Gimignano to today's race to build the world's tallest skyscraper, host David Maca
- E4: Dams (2000-10-24) — How does a dam resist the crush of millions of gallons of water? Host David Macaulay surveys the dam — the biggest, costliest structure of all — from Hoover's concrete arch confr
- E5: Tunnels (2000-10-31) — What keeps a tunnel from collapsing? Tunnels have advanced from dangerous, claustrophobic passages to spacious, safe subterranean networks as roomy as shopping malls. Host David Ma
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Building Big have? 1 season(s) with 5 episodes.
Where can I watch Building Big? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
