We start another series… Yes, another one. This time we want to highlight engineers, past and present (P&P), that have made a significant contribution to structural engineering. Othmar Hermann Amman is best known for his suspension bridges and unprecedented use of steel. 

It was said of Amman that he was ‘the enemy of the ornate, the complicated, the extravagant’. It is no surprise his simplistic design philosophy was much appreciated by Ellie. She also admires Amman’s ability to pivot and learn from his mistakes. 

Amman’s relationship with his mentor, Gustav Lindenthal, was filled with some *drama* and we share all the tea. Let us know what you think about Gustav’s dream bridge and whether or not Amman was right in bidding for the same bridge with his design!

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