The book that builders, architects and students have relied on for almost 20 years has been completely updated to cover new materials, construction methods and the latest building code revisions. The standard reference in its field, the "Graphic Guide to Frame Construction" is the ultimate visual guide to building with wood. Filled with hundreds ...
The first edition of this book was the first complete visual handbook designed for architects, builders, students and homeowners interested in woodframe house construction. This new edition contains hundreds of meticulous drawings illustrating every detail readers would ever want to know about building with wood. Well organised and clearly written ...
This is a visual handbook designed for architects, builders, students and anyone else who is interested in wood-frame construction. The practical guide features hundreds of drawings illustrating every detail you might want to know when building with wood. The book is cross-referenced and offers advice on building systems and materials.
This Second Edition features the most up to date explanations of today's residential construction systems. From foundation to roof and exterior finishes to interior details, this new edition thoroughly addresses the latest developments in materials and methods of house construction, including energy efficiency, framing, and roofing. Abundantly ...
A must-have reference for professional designers, builders, building owners and students. Answers the most common, yet often elusive, questions on building details. Helps readers make the most appropriate and functional design choices.
One of the "Graphic Guide" series, this is a companion volume to "The Graphic Guide to Frame Construction" and a reference for anyone involved in designing, building or remodelling a home or office interior. With the aid of architectural drawings, tables and design examples, it aims to help the reader to turn the finished frame of a house into a ...
Residential construction accounts for more than half of all of the building construction dollars spent annually in the United States. Architects and construction professionals must have a basic understanding of the material and structural systems appropriate to this type of construction as well as a working knowledge of codes and management ...
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