Description
Book SynopsisThe first European edition of Francis DK Ching s classic visual guide to the basics of building construction. For nearly four decades, the US publication Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction.
Trade ReviewIf a highly descriptive and well illustrated guide to building construction is what you are after, look no further. (Civil Engineering, 1 November 2014) In summary, this European version of an established book is welcomed and deserves to take its place alongside more advanced and detailed texts on the shelves of students as well as university, college and office libraries. (Building Engineer, April 2014) This is a comprehensive primer (The RIBA Journal, May 2014)
Table of ContentsPreface
1 The Building Site
2 The Building
3 Foundation Systems
4 Floor Systems
5 Wall Systems
6 Roof Systems
7 Moisture & Thermal Protection
8 Doors & Windows
9 Special Construction
10 Finish Work
11 Mechanical & Electrical Systems
12 Notes on Materials
13 Construction in the Middle East
A Appendix
Bibliography
Index
