Name/Title
Building Construction IllustratedEntry/Object ID
2011.017.1Description
Comprehensive visual guide to the basics of building construction, offering an introduction to the principles of building construction. moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes. Special features include integrated coverage of environmentally friendly materials, sustainable building construction strategies, and ADA requirements. Includes more than 1,000 illustrations.
Contents: The Building Site -- The Building -- Foundation Systems -- Floor Systems -- Wall Systems -- Roof Systems -- Moisture and Thermal Protection -- Doors and Windows -- Special Construction -- Finish Work -- Mechanical and Electrical Systems
1 v. (various pagings) : ill. ; 28 cm. (softcover)Collection
Historic Charleston Foundation LibraryAcquisition
Accession
2011.017.Source or Donor
Naas, CarrieAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
Gift of Carrie NaasLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
BookNomenclature Sub-Class
Other DocumentsNomenclature Class
Documentary ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsLOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials
Building, Building constructionSearch Terms
House constructionBook Details
Author
Adams, Cassandra, Ching, Frank, 1943-Edition
3rd ed.Publisher
John Wiley & SonsDate Published
2001Call No.
TH146 .C52 2001ISBN
0471958983LCCN
99057440Location
Category
PermanentDate
February 7, 2023General Notes
Note
Notes: By Francis D.K. Ching and Cassandra Adams.
Includes bibliographical references and index.Created By
admin@catalogit.appCreate Date
August 22, 2011Updated By
sferguson@historiccharleston.orgUpdate Date
April 5, 2023