In this work the stiffness and strength of a composite material in the form of an asymmetric laminate are obtained from the properties of the constituent laminae made of isotropic layers, Lexan (PCBA) and Plexiglas (PMMA). The influence of the stacking sequence of the laminate and the interface between the laminae that affects the mechanical properties are investigated. A theoretical analysis based on the lamination theory was performed to elastic constants. Experimental measurements with specimens made of asymmetric laminates of various stacking sequences were carried out. The obtained values were compared with the theoretical values given by the lamination theory and mechanics of materials approach. (c) 2006 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.