Of these, Building Construction Illustrated is perhaps the most celebrated and time-tested of all, having remained a go-to reference on the shelves of both architecture students and fully licensed Architects since the first edition was published in 1975.Ī masterpiece of the genre, this book is the first that comes to mind when I'm asked which books I would recommend to aspiring students or anyone who wants to learn more about architecture and how a building actually goes together. With its clear presentation of the basic concepts underlying building construction, Building Construction Illustrated, Third Edition equips students and professionals in all areas of architecture and construction with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter in building planning, design, and construction.Ĭhing's books are well-known in the architectural community as a fabulous source of information on a range of topics – ranging from structure, to form, to representation – that are richly illustrated and presented in a clear and comprehensive way intuitive to the visual learners who make up the bulk of the profession. Special features of this edition include integrated coverage of environmentally friendly materials, sustainable building construction strategies, and ADA requirements, as well as the inclusion of both metric and standard U.S. Topics within each chapter are organized according to the CSI MasterFormat(TM), making the book extremely easy to use. Now this Third Edition has been expertly revised and updated to address the latest advances in materials, building technology, and code requirements.Ĭomplete with more than 1,000 illustrations, the book moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes. The classic visual guide to the basics of building constructionįor twenty-five years, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction.

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