Building Construction Illustrated, 6th Edition

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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.S. measurements throughout the book. Consider the impact of landforms and adjacent structures on solar access, prevailing winds, and the potential for glare. In 1991, the second edition provided a more expansive survey of building construction by adding coverage of structural steel, reinforced concrete, and curtain wall systems. The third edition in 2001 remained a comprehensive introduction to the principles underlying building construction while refining the graphic format and organization of the first two editions, incorporating an expanded discussion of structural principles, elements, and systems and referencing the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines and the MasterFormat™ system established by the Constructions Specifications Institute (CSI) for organizing construction information. References leading environmental assessment methods of BREEAM and LEED, while outlining the Passive House Standard

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Contour lines are imaginary lines joining points of equal elevation above a datum or bench mark. The trajectory of each contour line indicates the shape of the land formation at that elevation. Note that contour lines are always continuous and never cross one another; they coincide in a plan view only when they cut across a vertical surface. The International System of Units is an internationally accepted system of coherent physical units, using the meter, kilogram, second, ampere, kelvin, and candela as the base units of length, mass, time, electric current, temperature, and luminous intensity. To acquaint the reader with the International System of Units, metric equivalents are provided throughout this book according to the following conventions: Based around the UK regulatory framework, the book refers to European level regulations where appropriate. urn:lcp:buildingconstruc0000chin:epub:5318fc9c-17b3-4d5d-8433-2c30a5407615 Foldoutcount 0 Identifier buildingconstruc0000chin Identifier-ark ark:/13960/s2g1qj5cvpw Invoice 1652 Isbn 9781118740057 For over 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.

In 1987, the United Nations World Commission on Environment and Development, chaired by Gro Harlem Brundtland, former Prime Minister of Norway, issued a report, Our Common Future. Among its findings, the report defined sustainable development as a form of development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Map the proximity to public, commercial, medical, and recreational facilities. (LEED SS Credit 2: Development Density and Community Connectivity) Each building element, component, or system is described in terms of its end use. The specific form, quality, capability, and availability of an element or component will vary with manufacturer and locale. It is therefore important to always follow the manufacturer’s recommendation in the use of a material or product and to pay careful attention to the building code requirements in effect for the use and location of a planned building. 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. Seek the expert advice of a professional when needed.

Analyze the ground slopes and subsoil conditions to locate the areas suitable for construction and outdoor activities.

Nominal dimensions are directly converted; for example, a nominal 2 × 4 is converted to 51 × 100 even though its actual 1-½ × 3-½ dimensions would be converted to 38 × 90. There are two broad classes of soils—coarse-grained soils and fine-grained soils. Coarse-grained soils include gravel and sand, which consist of relatively large particles visible to the naked eye; fine-grained soils, such as silt and clay, consist of much smaller particles. The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Unified Soil Classification System further divides gravels, sands, silts, and clays into soil types based on physical composition and characteristics. See table that follows. Ching's books are well-known in the architectural community as a fabulous source of information on a range of topics – ranging from structure, to form, to representation – that are richly illustrated and presented in a clear and comprehensive way intuitive to the visual learners who make up the bulk of the profession. 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.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. 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. New to this edition are digital enhancements delivered as an online companion to the print edition and also embedded in e-book editions. Features include a 3D model showing how building components come together in a final project. llustrated 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 Contains archetypal drawings that offer clear inspiration for designers and drafters Reflects the 2012 International Building Codes and 2012 LEED system 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"-- For over four decades, Building Construction Illustrated has been the leading visual guide to the principles of building construction. Filled with rich illustrations and in-depth content by renowned author Francis D.K. Ching, it offers students and practicing professionals the information needed to understand concepts in residential and commercial construction, architecture, and structural engineering. Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that effectively communicate construction processes and materials Density is a critical factor in determining the bearing capacity of granular soils. The Standard Penetration Test measures the density of granular soils and the consistency of some clays at the bottom of a borehole, recording the number of blows required by a hammer to advance a standard soil sampler. In some cases, compaction, by means of rolling, tamping, or soaking to achieve optimum moisture content, can increase the density of a soil bed. It would be nearly impossible to cover all building materials and construction techniques, but the information presented herein should be applicable to most residential and commercial construction situations encountered today. Construction techniques continue to adjust to the development of new building materials, products, and standards. What does not change are the fundamental principles that underlie building elements and the ways in which systems are constructed. 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.

The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with a 3D digital building model for interactive learning Consider how the existing scale and character of the neighborhood or area might affect the building design. seeks to maximize the use of locally available, rapidly renewable and recycled materials, reduce waste and the demand for virgin materials, retain cultural resources, and minimize the environmental impacts of new buildings. The fourth edition in 2008 introduced the LEED® Green Building Rating System™ in Chapter One and referenced specific LEED criteria wherever appropriate; updated section numbers to correspond to the 2004 edition of the CSI MasterFormat™ system; and complied with the requirements of the 2006 edition of the International Building Code®. For nearly four decades, the US publication Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new European edition focuses on the construction methods most commonly used in Europe, referring largely to UK Building Regulations overlaid with British and European, while applying Francis DK Ching's clear graphic signature style. It provides a coherent and essential primer, presenting all of the basic concepts underlying building construction and equipping readers with useful guidelines for approaching any new materials or techniques they may encounter.Revised to reflect that latest updates in codes and standards requirements: 2018 International Building Code (IBC), LEED v4, and CSI MasterFormat 2018 Access-restricted-item true Addeddate 2022-08-04 06:01:16 Autocrop_version 0.0.14_books-20220331-0.2 Bookplateleaf 0008 Boxid IA40623617 Camera USB PTP Class Camera Collection_set printdisabled External-identifier Building Construction Illustrated, Sixth Edition is an excellent book for students in architecture, civil and structural engineering, construction management, and interior design programs. 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. Building Construction Illustrated is a reliable, lifelong guide that practicing architects, engineers, construction managers, and interior designers, will turn to time and again throughout their careers. Contents