Understanding Buildings provides students in architecture and other allied disciplines with a basic introduction to building technology in all its aspects. This general, multidisciplinary text provides an overall explanation of the building process through an examination of underlying principles as well as design examples.In seven chapters, the book discusses structure, enclosure, climate services, utility services, lighting, acoustics, fire safety, and future needs. It is generously illustrated with 400 diagrams, tables, charts, and construction details.Esmond Reid is an architectural writer and consultant.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Esmond Reid is an architectural writer and consultant.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # D16O-01045
Seller: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_473960531
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_478051873
Seller: Bellwetherbooks, McKeesport, PA, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Very Good Condition - May show some limited signs of wear and may have a remainder mark. Pages and dust cover are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. Seller Inventory # mon0000058791
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0262680548I3N00
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0262680548I3N00
Seller: Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. light amount of wear along the edges of the cover. Seller Inventory # mon0002881566
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Reprint. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 5861695-75
Seller: JB's Book Vault, Buffalo, WY, U.S.A.
Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Later Printing. Book is in VG condition with light rubbing to edges, light bumping & creasing to corners else a bright and solid copy. ARN W.08; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Seller Inventory # 002759
Seller: a2zbooks, Burgin, KY, U.S.A.
Softcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Edition Unstated. Used good, Text appears to be clean! Cover has some wear. Spine is in good condition! 214 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Education; ISBN: 0262680548. ISBN/EAN: 9780262680547. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 1561020069. Seller Inventory # 1561020069