Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2015 International Building Code
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| Rating | : | 4.67 (914 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1119150922 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 448 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-05-17 |
| Language | : | English |
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Five Stars Amazon Customer Great resources, but don't rely on this book soley. Great resources when accompanied by the code books. Great graphical explanation of the IBC - in context and Sergio Bravo Great graphical explanation of the IBC - in context and clarity it meets my expectations of a "Ching" book but I did miss the hand drawn and lettered look of the typical Ching publications - considering the complex context it is understandable.. "Absolutely needed!" according to Yennifer D. Every architect around the world should have this book!
. WINKEL, FAIA, PE, CASp has over 45 years of experience as an architect, engineer, landscape architect, and California Certified Access Specialist. CHING is a leading global authority on architectural drawing, and Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington in Seattle. FRANCIS D.K. STEVEN R. His numerous bestselling works have been translated into twenty languages, and
Designed to give you an insider's look at the origins of the IBC, how it can be interpreted, and how it applies to design and construction, this updated text offers new information regarding hazmat occupancies, hospitals, and nursing homes, major changes to how building heights and areas are presented, as well as means of egress, and the latest information on building materials, interior environments, and structural provisions. Francis D.K. Building codes and standards serve to establish minimum regulations that emphasize performance while prioritizing public health and safety. The IBC is a national 'model building code' which is adopted in some form by most building permit jurisdictions across the nation and in several foreign countries. Dive into the history and application of the IBCBuilding Codes Illustrated: A Guide to the 2015 International Building Code, Fifth Edition is a bestselling complement to the International Building Code, or IBC. Updated every three years, the IBC is the most important reference that you can leverage throughout your career in architecture, design, or engineering. Access the updated regulations reflect
Clear explanations and a graphic-heavy presentation make Building Codes Illustrated the complete, user-friendly guide to code-compliant projects. This new fifth edition has been fully updated to align with the 2015 IBC, with changes clearly highlighted for quick reference and easy navigation. Merging the renowned illustrations of Francis D.K. Also included are updated discussions relating to building materials, structural provisions, and interior environments to cover the latest developments and best practices. Expanded coverage includes new information on health care facilities, hazmat occupancies, and the major changes to building height and means of egress. Ching with Steven Winkel's more than four decades of