Emma Walshaw

Understanding Architectural Details - Commercial Emma Walshaw 2nd edition

Understanding Architectural Details - Commercial, is dedicated to steel and concrete 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 and floors


strip foundationspad foundationspile foundationsraft foundationsground bearing floorssuspended floors


Frames


concrete frame structuressteel frame structureslong span frames including portal frames


Roofs


concrete deck flat roofgreen roofsteel deck pitched roofsteel deck flat roof


Basements


Type A basement structuresType B basement structuresType C basement structures


Walls & Cladding


concrete cladding panelsstanding seaminsulated brick slipscomposite metal panelsinsulated rendermasonry rainscreentimber rainscreenstone rainscreen


PLUS new to this second edition:


Functional RequirementsDetailing PrinciplesMaterialsEven more details than before!


How the book will help you: Gain a better understanding of commercial constructionUnderstand the principles of construction detailingUnderstand the functional requirements of a building in relation to the building regulationsLearn about the different materials available and their benefitsImprove your technical abilityIncrease your skill set to make you more employableSave a huge amount of time searching for details, over 150 details in one place