Building Construction Illustrated 6th Edition ISBN: 9781119583080
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Product Details
- Condition: New
- Publisher: Wiley
- Language: English
- Paperback: Hardcover
- ISBN: 9781119583080
- Item Weight: 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 1 x 10.7 inches
Description
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.
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| Weight | 2.31 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 21.59 × 2.54 × 27.178 in |

Gregory Palmer –
A very clear and visually rich book for learning construction basics. The illustrations help simplify complex building details.
Scott Henderson –
Well structured and easy to follow. It’s especially useful for students who learn better through diagrams and visual explanations.
Jeffrey Simmons –
A strong reference for understanding building components and materials. The layout makes studying much easier.
Paul Robertson –
Explains construction concepts in a practical and straightforward way. A helpful guide for architecture and engineering learners.
Dennis Harper –
The drawings and step-by-step explanations are excellent. It’s a dependable resource for understanding how buildings are put together.
Mark Davidson –
Very informative and well illustrated. The updated content makes it relevant for modern construction practices.