Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers and Architects, Third Edition

Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers and Architects provides comprehensive coverage of materials, finishes, construction assemblies, mechanical and electrical systems, building codes, and design standards. It covers a broad range of knowledge needed for both commercial and residential projects. Interior designers, architects, students, and anyone working in interior design and construction will find Interior Construction & Detailing a valuable resource.Interior Construction & Detailing also makes a great reference for ARE and NCIDQ exam preparation.

Comprehensive Coverage of Interior Design and Detailing Principles

• Clear explanations help you determine how to select suitable materials and components
• More than 700 tables and figures clarify concepts
• A thorough index allows you to quickly find information
• Construction Specification Institute MasterFormat numbers are used for convenience
• 2009 International Building Code references provide up-to-date coverage

Topics Covered

• Acoustics
• Architectural Woodwork
• Audiovisual Spaces
• Barrier-Free Design
• Building Codes and Regulations
• Building Investigation
• Ceilings
• Decorative Metals
• Doors and Hardware
• Flooring Construction and Finishes
• Glazing
• Means of Egress
• Mechanical and Electrical Systems Coordination
• Partitions
• Signage Systems
• Stair Design and Construction
• Structural Coordination
• Sustainable Design
• Wall Finishes