Building Construction Illustrated

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Written by: Francis D. Ching

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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 690
ISBN: 0470087811
Number Of Pages: 480
Publication Date: 2008-03-03
Publisher: Wiley

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ISBN13: 9780470087817 Condition: NEW Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

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Editorial Reviews:

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.

User Comments about the Building Construction Illustrated

Smooth transaction and great price. It's a little messy. The packaging, however, is a little too much. I am not really sure why a used book was shipped in a big box filled with bits and pieces of styro foams.

Great book. Lots of good building info and the images help you really visualise the building process.

I got this to help with some of the harder construction code requirements. If you are a visual learner, definitely a must. Handy book to have if you get a building code book and need a bit more explanation. For instance, I was looking at foundations - it illustrated different types of foundation systems, support systems, footings, walls, foundations on different kinds of grades, etc.

I was made me misunderstood. If you are not sure about the cover book's illustration, please write which edition is it. I am so disappoint for buy stuff online. I thought the book was the 4th edition as the thumbnail( cover illustration). When i got a book I was so upset because it turned out different edition. I got 2nd edition.

I bought this as required text book for my Architectural Course at College, it has been very useful converting my UK Construction industry terminology into USA terminology, easily understood and so many illustrations, recommended.