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Building Construction Illustrated

Building Construction Illustrated more books like this

by Francis D K Ching

This is the classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with the most current information. For nearly 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 ...

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International Building Code

International Building Code more books like this

by International Code Council

Featuring time-tested safety concepts and the very latest industry standards in material design, the 2009 International Building CodeA(R) offers up-to-date, comprehensive insight into the regulations surrounding the design and installation of building systems. It provides valuable structural, fire-, and life- safety provisions that cover means of ...

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Sector 7

Sector 7 more books like this

by David Wiesner

Told without the use of words, and with rich color illustrations throughout, this book tells the story of how one small boy recreates what the clouds look like in the sky. A 2000 Caldecott Honor Book.

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Graphic Guide to Frame Construction

Graphic Guide to Frame Construction more books like this

by Rob Thallon

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 ...

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Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors: Basic Skills

Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors: Basic Skills more books like this

by W Otie Kilmer, AIA, Rosemary Kilmer

Get a realisitic guide to producing construction documents that clearly communicate the interior space of new construction, remodeling, or installation projects with "Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors". This highly visual book: includes such details as furniture, finishes, lighting, and others; features authors' drawings as well as ...

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Estimating in building construction

Estimating in building construction more books like this

by Frank R. Dagostino

For courses in Beginning to intermediate courses in construction estimating in two- and four-year construction management programs. An update of the proven estimating text by Frank Dagostino, Estimating in Building Construction, Seventh Edition, provides everything you need for a course in Estimating. It combines sound coverage of principles with ...

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Why Buildings Fall Down: How Structures Fail

Why Buildings Fall Down: How Structures Fail more books like this

by Matthys Levy, Mario G Salvadori

"Whatever goes up must come down" does not, fortunately, apply to most of the structures in today's world. In fact, whenever a building, a bridge, a tunnel, or a dam collapses nowadays, it is front page news and often the beginning of a hunt for clues and culprits as fascinating as any detective story. In this book, two of the world's premier ...

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Construction Planning, Equipment, and Methods

Construction Planning, Equipment, and Methods more books like this

by R L Peurifoy

"The Seventh Edition of Construction Planning, Equipment, and Methods", follows in the footsteps of the previous editions by providing the reader with the fundamentals of machine utilization and production estimating in a logical, simple, and concise format. Our text features expanded coverage of building in today's global environment. Hundreds of ...

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Concrete at Home

Concrete at Home more books like this

by Fu-Tung Cheng, Eric Olsen

Fu-Tung Cheng's surprise bestseller Concrete Countertops paved the way for a fresh look at a familiar surface. His new book moves beyond the kitchen and transforms this commonplace material into an elegant medium that can be used throughout the house. Combining cutting-edge design with helpful how-to information, Concrete at Home offers ingenious ...

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Complete Book of Home Inspection

Complete Book of Home Inspection more books like this

by Norman Becker

This is probably the best source available for prospective homebuyer's to use for evaluating property, inside and out. Originally intended to be for buyers and owners, it has sufficient detail that professional home inspectors can use it throughout the country. Loaded with charts, checklists, and photographs, this is a must have for anyone ...

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Houses: The Illustrated Guide to Construction, Design & Systems more books like this

by Henry S Harrison

Originally published 17 years ago, this book has enjoyed amazing longevity as a professional handbook for real estate agents. In clear language, it begins with a look at communities, neighborhoods and sites, then delves into the details of interior and exterior house design and styles. The book extensively covers the construction of a house, the ...

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Architectural Graphic Standards more books like this

by Charles George Ramsey, Harold Reeve Sleeper

Prepared by the American Institute of Architects Bruce Bassler, Student Edition Editor, and John Ray Hoke, Jr., FAIA, Editor in Chief, Architectural Graphic Standards Architectural Graphic Standards has been the bedrock design reference for architects, builders, and engineers for almost seventy years. This book gives students their own new edition ...

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Building Your Own Home for Dummies more books like this

by Kevin Daum, Janice Brewster, Peter Economy

This book helps you keep construction on track with helpful checklists. Turn your dream of a custom home into reality! Thinking about building your own home? This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to plan and build a beautiful home on any budget. From acquiring land to finding the best architect to overseeing the construction, you get lots of ...

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Building Small Barns, Sheds & Shelters more books like this

by Monte Burch, Fred Stetson (Editor)

Covers tools, materials, foundations, framing, sheathing, wiring, plumbing, and finish work for barns, woodsheds, garages, fencing, and animal housing. 264,000 copies in print.

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Surveying with Construction Applications more books like this

by Barry F Kavanagh

Known for its state-of-the-art coverage and clear, concise approach, Surveying with Construction Applications, Seventh Edition covers the latest advances and foundational principles of surveying. Emphasizing instrumentation technology, field data capture, and data-processing techniques, this text highlights real-world applications of surveying to ...

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Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods more books like this

by Edward Allen, Aia

This Third Edition of the classic Fundamentals of Building Construction offers a panoramic view of today's construction systems-from foundation to roof, exterior cladding to interior finishes. Every common system of construction is covered, including wood light frame construction, heavy timber, masonry, steel, sitecast concrete, and precast ...

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Green Building and Remodeling for Dummies more books like this

by Eric Corey Freed

Want to build responsibly, reduce waste, and help preserve the environment? "Green Building & Remodeling For Dummies" is your friendly, step-by-step guide to every facet of this Earth-friendly method of construction. Building a home-even a green home-uses plenty of resources and energy. This practical, hands-on book shows you how to build or ...

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For Pros by Pros Framing Roofs more books like this

by Fine Homebuilding (Editor)

Framing roofs can be one of the most challenging jobs in carpentry because of the difficult angles and intersections involved. Master carpenters explain the techniques they use to lay out, design and build all kinds of residential roofs. This illustrated title is divided into 15 chapters and includes information on how to plan and build gable ...

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Architectural Graphic Standards more books like this

by Bruce Bassler (Editor)

This is the new student edition of the definitive architectural reference. For seventy-five years, "Architectural Graphic Standards" has been the go-to reference for architects, builders, and engineers. Revised for the first time since 2000, "Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition" gives students their own handy resource. Carefully ...

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Materials & Components of Interior Architecture more books like this

by J Rosemary Riggs

Intended for a sophomore-level undergraduate Materials course; also suitable as a supplemental book for basic Interior Design courses. Taking into account the dramatic advances being made in materials and technologies, Rigg's innovative text on interior architecture offers a refreshing, synergistic approach to the field while exposing students to ...

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Practical Pole Building Construction: With Plans for Barns, Cabins, and Outbuildings more books like this

by Leigh Seddon, Susan Williamson (Editor)

Seddon has given his book the extra dimension of original plans for a lean-to barn, horse barn, hillside house, garage/wood shed, mountain pole cabin, and a coastal house. Pole building construction saves money, time, labour, and materials because it involves limited grading, no excavation, flexibility on site, and few materials.

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Design of Wood Structures-ASD/LRFD more books like this

by Donald E Breyer, P.E., Kenneth J Fridley, PH.D., Kelly E Cobeen

This is the leading text and reference on wood design, updated to include the latest codes and data. Continuing the sterling standard set by earlier editions, this indispensable reference leads you through the complete design of a wood structure (except for the foundation), following the same sequence used in the actual design/construction process.

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International Plumbing Code more books like this

by International Code Council

With an emphasis on design and installation for optimum performance, the 2009 International Plumbing CodeA(R) sets forth established requirements for plumbing systems. This important reference guide includes provisions for fixtures, piping, fittings, and devices, as well as design and installation methods for water supply, sanitary drainage, and ...

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Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods more books like this

by Joseph Iano, Edward Allen, Aia

Now in its Fourth Edition, "Fundamentals of Building Construction" is an essential textbook that has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The best selling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction. Emphasizing common construction ...

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Building with Stone more books like this

by Charles McRaven

An introduction to the art and craft of creating stone structures with step-by-step project instructions.

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