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Building construction illustrated [electronic resource]

By: Language: English Publication details: New Jersey John Wiley & Sons 2008Edition: 4th edDescription: eBookISBN:
  • 9781118010112
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 690 $2 18
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Partial contents:
The building site -- The building -- Foundation systems -- Floor systems -- Wall systems -- Roof systems -- Moisture and thermal protection -- Doors and windows -- Special construction -- Finish work -- Mechanical and electrical systems -- Notes on materials -- Appendix
Summary: An American book which offers an introduction to the principles of building construction. Including over 1 000 illustrations, the text moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes. Also includes coverage of environmentally friendly materials, sustainable building techniques, and ADA requirements.Summary: Supersedes third edition (ISBN 0471358983)
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Book Virtual Online EBOOK (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 146796-3001

The building site -- The building -- Foundation systems -- Floor systems -- Wall systems -- Roof systems -- Moisture and thermal protection -- Doors and windows -- Special construction -- Finish work -- Mechanical and electrical systems -- Notes on materials -- Appendix

An American book which offers an introduction to the principles of building construction. Including over 1 000 illustrations, the text moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes. Also includes coverage of environmentally friendly materials, sustainable building techniques, and ADA requirements.

Supersedes third edition (ISBN 0471358983)