Building Construction Illustrated
by: Francis D. Ching
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The 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.
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Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that present the state of the art in construction processes and materials
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Updated and revised to include the latest knowledge on sustainability, incorporation of building systems, and use of new materials
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Archetypal drawings offer clear inspiration for designers and drafters
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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.
The 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.
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- Construction Manual
This book is quite complete and very helpful in addressing all the problems of building from the ground up.The diagrams are particularly helpful since the conventional "plan and elevation"drawings many times do not convey the total intent quickly and accurately.This book achieves that perfectly.A section on swimming pools, spas and decks would be a welcome addition.
Rating: - Building Construction Illustrated
Building Construction Illustrated book came quickly and safely.Although the book was a very costly it is instructional and complete.
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- Different edition
Hi,
I have a previous edition (2nd edition year 1990) so I decide to buy this new edition (4th edition).I've found some new items, I'm so glado for that, but in others few items the previous version is better.I have both books so I can enjoy the benefits of each one. It is highly recommended, even for professionals like me in South America
Rating: - as good as new
I received the book a few weeks late; but the 2nd hand book was as good as new
Rating: - Say it in pictures
As a translator and English teacher, I use this book to help my (German-speaking) clients learn construction vocabulary in English. As a rule, my clients are delighted by the beautiful illustrations and the concise descriptions of building methods and materials. I also use this book myself when doing translations. As a layperson, I find this book to be the most comprehensive introductory guide I've ever seen on construction terms. It is a great reference work to have at close hand.
- Construction ManualThis book is quite complete and very helpful in addressing all the problems of building from the ground up.The diagrams are particularly helpful since the conventional "plan and elevation"drawings many times do not convey the total intent quickly and accurately.This book achieves that perfectly.A section on swimming pools, spas and decks would be a welcome addition.
- Building Construction IllustratedBuilding Construction Illustrated book came quickly and safely.Although the book was a very costly it is instructional and complete.
- Different editionHi,
I have a previous edition (2nd edition year 1990) so I decide to buy this new edition (4th edition).I've found some new items, I'm so glado for that, but in others few items the previous version is better.I have both books so I can enjoy the benefits of each one. It is highly recommended, even for professionals like me in South America
- as good as newI received the book a few weeks late; but the 2nd hand book was as good as new
- Say it in picturesAs a translator and English teacher, I use this book to help my (German-speaking) clients learn construction vocabulary in English. As a rule, my clients are delighted by the beautiful illustrations and the concise descriptions of building methods and materials. I also use this book myself when doing translations. As a layperson, I find this book to be the most comprehensive introductory guide I've ever seen on construction terms. It is a great reference work to have at close hand.
