European Building Construction Illustrated (ePub)

The first European edition of Francis DK Ching's classic
visual guide to the basics of building construction.

For nearly four decades, the US publication Building
Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to
the principles of building construction. This new European edition
focuses on the construction methods most commonly used in Europe,
referring largely to UK Building Regulations overlaid with British
and European, while applying Francis DK Ching's clear graphic
signature style. It provides a coherent and essential primer,
presenting all of the basic concepts underlying building
construction and equipping readers with useful guidelines for
approaching any new materials or techniques they may encounter.

European Building Construction Illustrated provides a
comprehensive and lucid presentation of everything from foundations
and floor systems to finish work. Laying out the material and
structural choices available, it provides a full understanding of
how these choices affect a building's form and dimensions.
Complete with more than 1000 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
effectively communicate construction processes and materials

* Provides an overview of the mainstream construction methods
used in Europe

* Based around the UK regulatory framework, the book refers to
European level regulations where appropriate.

* References leading environmental assessment methods of BREEAM
and LEED, while outlining the Passive House Standard

* Includes emerging construction methods driven by the
sustainability agenda, such as structural insulated panels and
insulating concrete formwork

* Features a chapter dedicated to construction in the Middle
East, focusing on the Gulf States