Building Construction Illustrated, 6th Edition

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European Building Construction Illustrated provides acomprehensive and lucid presentation of everything from foundationsand floor systems to finish work. K. Ching, it offers students and practicing professionals the information needed to understand concepts in residential and commercial construction, architecture, and structural engineering. Read more about the condition New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever-providing the latest information in Francis D.

The choice of bridge type depends not only on the general parameters of the scheme (such as typical spans, overall deck area, clearance requirements, alignment and the overall aesthetic), but also on the particular and local parameters of the site, many of which are related to construction. I was not prepared for the amazing illustrations and explanations offered on every page of this book. Construction techniques continue to adjust to the development of new building materials, products, and standards. Web icon An illustration of a computer application window Wayback Machine Texts icon An illustration of an open book. As an example, if you want to learn about roofing, chapter 6 has 30 pages with over 100 illustrations showing everything from pre-cast concrete roof systems to wood plank-and-beam framing.It is the user’s responsibility to ascertain the appropriateness of the information contained in this handbook and to judge its fitness for any particular purpose.

Laying out the material and structural choices available, it provides a full understanding of how these choices affect a building's form and dimensions.Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, are emissions that rise into the atmosphere.

A digital 3-D model showing how building components are assembled--offered in a companion web site: wiley. Increasing awareness of the environmental challenges presented by climate change and resource depletion has pushed sustainability into becoming a significant issue shaping how the building design industry operates. Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that effectively communicate construction processes and materials * Provides an overview of the mainstream construction methods used in Europe * Based around the UK regulatory framework, the book refers to European level regulations where appropriate.This uniquely user-friendly guide uses eight “Steps” to create an ideal home from foundation to roof, or to deal with any individual part of a house, such as replacing the windows. 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. Of these, Building Construction Illustrated is perhaps the most celebrated and time-tested of all, having remained a go-to reference on the shelves of both architecture students and fully licensed Architects since the first edition was published in 1975. When designing anything other than a single-family dwelling, it is advisable to have a geotechnical engineer undertake a subsurface investigation.

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data: Ching, Frank, 1943Building construction illustrated / Francis D. This illustrated guide focuses on these principles, which can serve as guideposts when evaluating and applying new information encountered in the planning, design, and construction of a building.

Consider the impact of landforms and adjacent structures on solar access, prevailing winds, and the potential for glare. In addition, it has been found that when tightly compacted fill expands, it may grip the substructure walls such that the whole super-structure is lifted off these support walls. A fundamental question we face is how much development a site can sustain without exceeding the capacity of these service systems, consuming too much energy, or causing environmental damage. Building Construction Illustrated is a practical introduction to the basic principles of building construction that illustrates how a building goes together, describes its major physical components and presents the material options available to the designer and builder and the factors to be considered in their selection.