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The situation is similar to that of studying human anatomy when you have a book with clear, color coded diagrams of all the parts and their systems; then when you see an actual photograph of kidney and its cross section you know what is what. Topics within each chapter are organized according to the CSI MasterFormat(TM), making the book extremely easy to use. It features new illustrations and updated information on sustainability and green building, insulation materials, and fire-rated wall and floor assemblies. Our resources are crucial for knowledge lovers everywhere—so if you find all these bits and bytes useful, please pitch in. This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever-providing the latest information in Francis D.

Building Construction Illustrated, 6th Edition | Wiley

Now this Third Edition has been expertly revised and updated to address the latest advances in materials, building technology, and code requirements. 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. Special features of this edition include integrated coverage of environmentally friendly materials, sustainable building construction strategies, and ADA requirements, as well as the inclusion of both metric and standard U. Very clear illustrations help in visualizing the construction of a building from locating the right site, to installing solar panels and casting your own concrete slabs.K. Ching graduated cum laude with a five-year professional degree from the University of Notre Dame in 1966. This Sixth Edition of Building Construction Illustrated has been revised throughout to reflect the latest advancements in building design, materials, and systems, including resilient design, diagrids, modular foundation systems, smart façade systems, lighting sources, mass timber materials, and more. With its clear presentation of the basic concepts underlying building construction, Building Construction Illustrated, Third 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. More Hamburger icon An icon used to represent a menu that can be toggled by interacting with this icon. A masterpiece of the genre, this book is the first that comes to mind when I'm asked which books I would recommend to aspiring students or anyone who wants to learn more about architecture and how a building actually goes together.

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For over three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new edition of Building Construction Illustrated remains as relevant as ever, with the most current knowledge presented in a rich and comprehensive manner that does not disappoint. This is because the plans for a building can be incomplete due to omissions, mistakes and artistic license, so it is nice to know what a section of a curtain wall or whatever is supposed to contain.Ching communicates these core principles of building construction in a way that resonates with those beginning their education and those well into their careers looking to brush up on the basics. Images Donate icon An illustration of a heart shape Donate Ellipses icon An illustration of text ellipses. The place where this book is indispensable is in the completeness, variety, and perfection of the drawings. Most of our PDFs are also available to download and we're working on making the final remaining ones downloadable now. New to this edition are digital enhancements delivered as an online companion to the print edition and also embedded in e-book editions.

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This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever, providing the latest information in Francis D. The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with a 3D digital building model for interactive learningFor over three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. Laying out the material and structural choices available, it provides a full understanding of how these choices affect a building's form and dimensions. 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. Building Construction Illustrated, Sixth Edition is an excellent book for students in architecture, civil and structural engineering, construction management, and interior design programs.Unless you're really interested in the mechanics of building technology, and have a general grasp of how things go together, this is certainly one to skip. I read this cover to cover in preparing for the ARE and it covers so much information needed for the tests.