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Building Construction Illustrated, (Paperback)
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Comprehensive Guide
Offers an extensive overview of building construction principles, making it ideal for students and professionals seeking a detailed understanding of the field.
Visual Resources
Incorporates detailed illustrations and diagrams, enhancing comprehension of complex concepts and providing clear visual references for learners.
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Includes the latest building codes and regulations, ensuring readers are informed about current practices and legal requirements in construction.
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- The #1 visual guide to building construction principles, updated with the latest materials, methods, and systems 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. 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. It features new illustrations and updated information on sustainability and green building, insulation materials, and fire-rated wall and floor assemblies. This respected, industry standard guide remains as relevant as ever, providing the latest in codes and standards requirements, including IBC, LEED, and CSI MasterFormat. This Sixth Edition: The leading illustrated guide to building construction fundamentals, written and detailed in Frank Ching's signature, illustrative style Includes all new sections on resilient design; diagrids; modular foundation systems; smart façade types and systems; lighting sources and systems; and mass timber materials, cross laminated timber (CLT) and nail laminated timber (NLT) Revised to reflect that latest updates in codes and standards requirements: 2018 International Building Code (IBC), LEED v4, and CSI MasterFormat 2018 Includes updated information on sustainability and green building; insulation materials; stair uses; stoves and inserts; and fire-rated wall and floor assemblies 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.
| Book format | Paperback |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Art, Music, and Photography |
| Publication date | January, 2020 |
| Pages | 512 |
| Reading level | Professional & Vocational |
| Subgenre | Design, Drafting, Drawing & Presentation |
| Series title | No Series |
| Edition | 6th Edition |
| Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Edu focus | Engineering |
| Educational level | General |
| Is collectible | N |
| Illustrator | Francis D.K. Ching |
| Binding type | Perfect Binding |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 8.40 x 0.90 x 10.80 in (21.3 x 2.3 x 27.4 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 2.95 lb (1.34 kg) |
| Bisac subject heading | Architecture |
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Architecture Students
Perfect for students pursuing a degree in architecture, offering comprehensive insights and visual guidance on building designs.
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Construction Professionals
Highly beneficial for construction managers and professionals needing up-to-date information on construction techniques and terminology.
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Homeowners Planning
Ideal for homeowners looking to understand the fundamentals of construction before embarking on renovation or building projects.
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Advanced Experts
May not provide sufficient detail or advanced techniques for seasoned professionals seeking in-depth technical knowledge.
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Answer: The sixth edition includes new sections on resilient design, diagrids, modular foundation systems. -
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Who can benefit from reading Building Construction Illustrated?
Answer: The book is ideal for students and professionals in architecture, engineering, construction management, and interior design.
Francis D K Ching All Books Editorial Review
Building construction Illustrated, (Paperback) is a comprehensive resource for professionals in the architecture and engineering fields. This non-fiction book covers essential topics in design, drafting, and presentation, making it ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding of building construction. With 512 pages, the 6th Edition not only showcases insightful illustrations by Francis D.K. Ching but is also formatted in a practical paperback design that is easy to handle. Its focus on professional and vocational reading levels ensures that readers gain valuable educational insights for their careers in architecture and construction, making it a relevant and engaging read.
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- Rich illustrations and in-depth content by renowned author Francis D.K. Ching
- Includes new sections on resilient design, diagrids, modular foundation systems, and more
- Revised to reflect the latest updates in codes and standards requirements
- Updated information on sustainability, green building, insulation materials, and fire-rated assemblies
- Ideal for students and professionals in architecture, engineering, construction management, and interior design
- A reliable, lifelong guide for practicing architects, engineers, and designers
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