Construction Details For Commercial Buildings

Covering both commercial and residential drawing, this text presents a detailed study of typical construction methods and the preparation of architectural working drawings. It includes chapters on technical vocabulary, study questions, problems and an appe

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 information in Francis D.K. Ching's signature style. Its rich and comprehensive approach clearly presents all of the basic concepts underlying building construction and equips readers with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter. Laying out the material and structural choices available, it provides a full under-standing of how these choices affect a building's form and dimensions. Complete 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. Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that present the state of the art in construction processes and materials Updated and revised to include the latest knowledge on sustainability, incorporation of building systems, and use of new materials Archetypal drawings offer clear inspiration for designers and drafters Reflects the most current building codes and CSI Master Format numbering scheme With its comprehensive and lucid presentation of everything from foundations and floor systems to finish work, Building Construction Illustrated, Fourth 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.

Understanding Architectural Details - Commercial, is dedicated to steel and concrete construction. The book is packed full of over 150 construction details in 2D, and 150 construction details in 3D. We look at the principles behind construction detailing, and delve deep into each area of the building to make sure you have a full understanding of construction design. Foundations and floors strip foundations pad foundations pile foundations raft foundations ground bearing floors suspended floors Frames concrete frame structures steel frame structures long span frames including portal frames Roofs concrete deck flat roof green roof steel deck pitched roof steel deck flat roof Basements Type A basement structures Type B basement structures Type C basement structures Walls & Cladding concrete cladding panels standing seam insulated brick slips composite metal panels insulated render masonry rainscreen timber rainscreen stone rainscreen PLUS new to this second edition: Functional Requirements Detailing Principles Materials Even more details than before! How the book will help you: Gain a better understanding of commercial construction Understand the principles of construction detailing Understand the functional requirements of a building in relation to the building regulations Learn about the different materials available and their benefits Improve your technical ability Increase your skill set to make you more employable Save a huge amount of time searching for details, over 150 details in one place

Master the latest commercial building construction components and practices in an easy-to-read comprehensive textbook This hands-on textbook introduces you to commercial building construction methods and materials currently used in the United States and Canada. Easy to read and logically organized to reflect real-world practices, Commercial Building Construction: Materials and Methods includes detailed examples along with hundreds of 3D illustrations that accurately reflect the style of construction drawings and techniques applied in the field today. You will get a complete set of commercial drawings that is referred to and described throughout the text to correlate related construction practices. Every figure in the book is provided in an image library for viewing on your computer. Included is the most comprehensive construction glossary available. Each chapter has correlated tests, print reading problems, and critical thinking problems. Current content-related actual commercial construction building projects are provided throughout to provide real-world applications. Coverage includes: Construction plans, specifications, and construction management with complete building information modeling content Sustainable technology Construction site and excavation with erosion and sediment control and basic site and construction surveying practices Concrete construction and foundation systems Masonry construction Steel construction Wood and heavy timber construction Roof construction and materials Doors and windows with sloped glazing, storefronts, curtain walls, and window walls Insulation and barriers with indoor air quality and safety Stair construction Finish work and materials Mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems

"The revision of this classic text provides a well-illustrated and logical engineering approach to the principles and practices of commercial construction. Principles and Practices presents an overview of the methods, equipment, and materials used while covering each phase of the construction process is a sequential, chapter-by-chapter format."--Publisher.

Informative, yet concise, this reputable volume helps readers become adept at reading both residential and commercial construction architectural plans. It offers thorough coverage on everything from projections to modular coordination, light framing to window details, and timber construction to trusses, and provides actual photographs of the buildings under construction. Individually shrink-wrapped exercises provide a neat and readily accessible means of applying material in the book. KEY TOPCIS: Topics covered include architectural plans, symbols and dimensions, reading residential floor plans, plot plans and roof framing plans, elevations and sections, reading commercial plans, fire protection, trusses and more. For construction professionals, owners and others interested in reading residential and commercial construction plans.

This classic book provides an overview of the methods, equipment, and materials used in the construction of large commercial buildings. Each chapter covers the principles and practices of a particular aspect of the construction process--from site layout to building finishes--supporting discussions with a wealth of clear, captivating illustrations. All review problems at the end of chapters 3, 5, 6, 7, and 15 and all tables and details throughout the book are now provided in both standard and metric units. Information is presented within a logical framework focusing on construction processes and the properties of materials, followed by an individual discussion of the most widely used materials. Current construction techniques are illustrated and described. Reference standards established by both the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) and the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Tests for ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 Certification Program are included. Worked examples are included. For those interested in exploring field of commercial construction.

Maximize the clarity, accuracy, and professionalism of your construction drawings with high-quality, ready-to-go details! You won't find a more practical or more complete and accurate -- collection of technically-sound scaled drawings than this superb one from architect Stephen A. Mouzon. 1001 TRADITIONAL CONSTRUCTION DETAILS puts at your command traditional details used in every type of structure -- residential, commercial, public, retail, and institutional buildings -- and ideal for both new construction and renovation projects. An indispensable tool for every construction professional -- architects, builders and contractors, interior designers, remodelers, drafters and structural engineers -- it gives you details for everything from foundations to finishes; structural to systems -- to trim to ADA-specific fixtures, accessories, and signage. Scan or trace all the details you need into your drawings to: Maximize your efficiency and simplify your workload Increase the professional appearance of your drawings while saving time and effort Make your drawings easier to read ¿ and less likely to be misunderstood by builders.