Kidder-Parker Architects' and Builders' Handbook
Author : Frank Eugene Kidder
Publisher :
Page : 2315 pages
File Size : 32,87 MB
Release : 1954
Category : Architecture
ISBN :
Handbook of Construction Tolerances
Author : David Kent Ballast
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 10,24 MB
Release : 2007-03-16
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0471931519
Book Description
The comprehensive guide to construction tolerances, newly revised and updated How much may a steel frame be out of plumb? What are the expected variations of a precast concrete panel? What is required to successfully detail finish materials on masonry? Updating and expanding on its popular first edition, the Handbook of Construction Tolerances, Second Edition remains the only comprehensive reference to the thousands of industry standard tolerances for the manufacture, fabrication, and installation of construction materials and components-- including all-important accumulated dimensional variations. Covering new materials and techniques developed since the book was first published, the Second Edition of this easy-to-use reference features: * More than 100 drawings illustrating the tolerance concepts * New sections on measuring compliance with tolerance standards; right-of-way construction; autoclaved aerated concrete; tilt-up concrete panels; interior stone wall cladding; structural insulated panels; decorative architectural glass; laminated architectural flat glass and bent glass * New guidelines on how to incorporate tolerance requirements in drawings and specifications * New information on how to apply tolerance information during contract administration With the Handbook, architects, engineers, contractors, interior designers, lawyers, and others involved in the construction industry will be armed with the information they need to design and detail more accurately, write better specifications, establish normal practice and standards of care, supervise construction, settle worksite disputes, and save time and money at every stage of building.
The Architects' Handbook
Author : Quentin Pickard
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 50,65 MB
Release : 2008-04-30
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0470695447
Book Description
The Architects' Handbook provides a comprehensive range of visual and technical information covering the great majority of building types likely to be encountered by architects, designers, building surveyors and others involved in the construction industry. It is organised by building type and concentrates very much on practical examples. Including over 300 case studies, the Handbook is organised by building type and concentrates very much on practical examples. It includes: · a brief introduction to the key design considerations for each building type · numerous plans, sections and elevations for the building examples · references to key technical standards and design guidance · a comprehensive bibliography for most building types The book also includes sections on designing for accessibility, drawing practice, and metric and imperial conversion tables. To browse sample pages please see http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/architectsdata
The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice
Author : Joseph A. Demkin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1040 pages
File Size : 14,84 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780471419693
Book Description
CD-ROM contains: Samples of all AIA contract documents.
Urban Design Handbook
Author : Ray Gindroz
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 13,74 MB
Release : 2002-12-31
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780393731064
Book Description
Based on Urban Design Associates’ in-house training procedures, this unique handbook details the techniques and working methods of a major urban design and planning firm. Covering the process from basic principles to developed designs, the book outlines the range of project types and services that urban designers can offer and sets out a set of general operating guidelines and procedures for: Developing a master plan, including techniques for engaging citizens in the design process and technical analysis to evaluate the physical form of the neighborhood, centered on a design charrette with public participation; Preparing a pattern book to guide residential construction in a new traditional town, including the documentation of architectural and urban precedents in a form that can be used by architects and builders; Implementing contextual architectural design, including methods of applying the essential qualities of traditional architecture in many styles to modern programs and construction techniques. This invaluable guide offers an introductory course in urbanism as well as an operations manual for architects, planners, developers, and public officials.
Construction Administration for Architects
Author : Greg Winkler
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 18,28 MB
Release : 2009-08-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0071625305
Book Description
An On-the-Job Construction Administration Resource for Architects Co-written by an architect and an attorney, this is the ideal desktop guide for architects, engineers, and other design professionals in need of expert advice on navigating the construction process and anticipating, avoiding, and managing liability risks. This invaluable construction administration resource leads you, step-by-step, through a typical project--from contract to closeout. Construction Administration for Architects provides tested techniques for proactively minimizing potential construction problems, and responding strategically when unforeseen events occur. Covering private and public sector work, this comprehensive handbook contains essential information for emerging professionals as well as in-depth strategies for experienced industry veterans. Useful tips, checklists, and real-world examples are included throughout the book. Construction Administration for Architects covers: Agreements and contracts Construction document details, such as specifications, drawing notes, project scope, credits, and cost estimates Requests for proposal, bidding, and construction contract negotiation Field testing, inspection, and certification of work Documents management, including requests for substitution, requests for information, submittals, and applications for payment Problems and disputes, such as poor workmanship, hidden conditions, and change order requests Contract closeout details, including schedule claims, retainage, and liens Post-construction warranty work and records retention Managing and limiting liability risk
Building Design and Construction Handbook
Author : Frederick S. Merritt
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
Page : 1512 pages
File Size : 27,42 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN :
Book Description
Provides updated, comprehensive, and practical information and guidelines on aspects of building design and construction, including materials, methods, structural types, components, and costs, and management techniques.
Acoustics and Noise Control Handbook for Architects and Builders
Author : Leland K. Irvine
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,19 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Architectural acoustics
ISBN : 9780894649226
Book Description
The emphasis in this handbook is on the categories of projects which most architects and builders are involved: educational and medical facilities, office buildings, multifamily residences, multipurpose auditoriums, churches and similar projects.
Working Drawing Handbook
Author : Robert C. McHugh
Publisher :
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 10,75 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Architecture
ISBN :
Book Description
Prefab Architecture
Author : Ryan E. Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 24,73 MB
Release : 2011-06-03
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0470880465
Book Description
"Prefab Architecture . . . is beyond theory, and beyond most of what we think we know about pods, containers, mods, and joints. This book is more than 'Prefabrication 101.' It is the Joy of Cooking writ large for the architecture and construction industries." From the Foreword by James Timberlake, FAIA THE DEFINITIVE REFERENCE ON PREFAB ARCHITECTURE FOR ARCHITECTS AND CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS Written for architects and related design and construction professionals, Prefab Architecture is a guide to off-site construction, presenting the opportunities and challenges associated with designing and building with components, panels, and modules. It presents the drawbacks of building in situ (on-site) and demonstrates why prefabrication is the smarter choice for better integration of products and processes, more efficient delivery, and realizing more value in project life cycles. In addition, Prefab Architecture provides: A selected history of prefabrication from the Industrial Revolution to current computer numerical control, and a theory of production from integrated processes to lean manufacturing Coverage on the tradeoffs of off-site fabrication including scope, schedule, and cost with the associated principles of labor, risk, and quality Up-to-date products featuring examples of prefabricated structure, enclosure, service, and nterior building systems Documentation on the constraints and execution of manufacturing, factory production, transportation, and assembly Dozens of recent examples of prefab projects by contemporary architects and fabricators including KieranTimberlake, SHoP Architects, Office dA, Michelle Kaufmann, and many others In Prefab Architecture, the fresh approaches toward creating buildings that accurately convey ature and expanded green building methodologies make this book an important voice for adopting change in a construction industry entrenched in traditions of the past.
