Understanding Architectural Details - Residential

Understanding Architectural Details - Residential, is dedicated to residential construction. The book is packed full of over 150 construction details in 2D, and 150 construction details in 3D.

We look at the principles behind construction detailing, and delve deep into each area of the building to make sure you have a full understanding of construction design.

Foundations

• strip foundations
• pad foundations
• pile foundations
• raft foundations

Masonry Construction

• ground bearing floors
• suspended floors
• walls (including cladding options)
• roofs (flat and pitched)
• doors and windows

Timber Frame Construction

• ground bearing floors
• suspended floors
• walls (including cladding options)
• roofs (flat and pitched)
• doors and windows

Steel Frame Construction

• floors
• walls
• roofs

Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS)

• floors
• walls (with cladding options)
• doors and windows
• roofs

Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF)

• floors
• walls
• doors and windows
• roofs

Green Roof Construction

• intensive
• extensive

How this book will help you:

• Gain a better understanding of residential construction
• Understand the principles of construction detailing
• Understand the functional requirements of a building in relation to the building regulations
• Learn about the different materials available and their benefits
• Improve your technical ability
• Increase your skill set to make you more employable
• Save a huge amount of time searching for details, over 150 details in one place