Description: About this productProduct InformationThe classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with the most current information For nearly three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever-providing the latest information in Francis D.K. Ching's signature style. Its rich and comprehensive approach clearly presents all of the basic concepts underlying building construction and equips readers with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter. Laying out the material and structural choices available, it provides a full under-standing of how these choices affect a building's form and dimensions. Complete with more than 1,000 illustrations, the book moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes. Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that present the state of the art in construction processes and materials Updated and revised to include the latest knowledge on sustainability, incorporation of building systems, and use of new materials Archetypal drawings offer clear inspiration for designers and drafters Reflects the most current building codes and CSI Master Format numbering scheme With its comprehensive and lucid presentation of everything from foundations and floor systems to finish work, Building Construction Illustrated, Fourth Edition equips students and professionals in all areas of architecture and construction with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter in building planning, design, and construction.Product IdentifiersPublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, JohnISBN-100470087811ISBN-139780470087817eBay Product ID (ePID)63522400Product Key FeaturesAuthorFrancis D. K. Ching, Francis D. Ching, Frank ChingPublication NameBuilding Construction IllustratedFormatTrade PaperbackLanguageEnglishPublication Year2008TypeTextbookNumber of Pages480 PagesDimensionsItem Length10.9in.Item Height1.1in.Item Width8.5in.Item Weight0 OzAdditional Product FeaturesLc Classification NumberTh146.C52 2008Edition Number4Reviews"...does exactly what it says on the cover...skilfully detailed illustrations, comprehensive definitions and general construction advice on practical matters". Building Engineer August 2008Table of ContentPreface.1. The Building Site.2. The Building.3. Foundation Systems.4. Floor Systems.5. Wall Systems.6. Roof Systems.7. Moisture & Thermal Protection.8. Doors & Windows.9. Special Construction.10. Finish Work.11. Mechanical & Electrical Systems.12. Notes on Materials.Appendix.Bibliography.Index.Copyright Date2008Target AudienceScholarly & ProfessionalTopicConstruction / General, Design, Drafting, Drawing & PresentationLccn2007-044826Dewey Decimal690Dewey Edition22IllustratedYesGenreTechnology & Engineering, Architecture
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Updated ISBN1: 9781118458341
Updated ISBN2: 9781119583080
Artist: Ching, Francis D. K.
Item Length: 10.9in
Item Height: 1.1in
Item Width: 8.5in
Author: Francis D. K. Ching, Francis D. Ching, Frank Ching
Publication Name: Building Construction Illustrated
Format: Trade Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
Publication Year: 2008
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 0 Oz
Number of Pages: 480 Pages
