Materials, Structures, and Standards: All the Details Architects Need to Know But Can Never Find

Materials, Structures, and StandardsAll the Details Architects Need to Know But Can Never FindMost architectural standards references contain thousands of pages of details-overwhelmingly more than architects need to know to know on any given day. Now there is a place where architects can find vital information essential to planning and executing architectural projects of all shapes and sizes-in a format that is small enough to carry anywhere. Materials, Structures, and Standards distills the data provided in standard architectural volumes and offers and easy-to-use reference for the most indispensable-and most requested-types of architectural information. Part 1, “Building an Architectural Project,” addresses basic geometry, architectural drawing types, AutoCAD guidelines, building codes, accessibility issues, structural and mechanical systems, conventional building components, and sustainable design. Part 2, “Materials,” provides a detailed catalog of wood, masonry and brick, metals, concrete, and interior finishes. Also included are an illustrated glossary of architectural terms and a cross-referenced guide to the most helpful books, organizations, and websites.Materials, Structures, and Standards: All the Details Architects Need to Know But Can Never Find is written by Julia McMorrough and published by Rockport Publishers. ISBNs for Materials, Structures, and Standards are 9781610601795, 1610601793 and the print ISBNs are 9781592531936, 1592531938.