Building Codes Illustrated
A Guide to Understanding the 2012 International Building Code
Σύνοψη του βιβλίου "Building Codes Illustrated"
An easy-to-use, updated illustrated guide to the 2012 edition of the International Building Code This unique reference to the 2012 International Building Code marries the graphic skills of bestselling author Frank Ching with the code expertise of Steven Winkel, FAIA. It pulls out the portions of the building code that are most relevant for the architect and provides an easy-to-understand interpretation in both words and illustrations. Rather than a text-heavy book, this is much more conducive to quick comprehension of the code, presenting information in an exciting user-friendly visual format.
Περιεχόμενα
Preface...ix 1 Building Codes...1 2 Navigating the Code...9 3 Use and Occupancy...19 4 Special Uses and Occupancies...31 5 Building Heights and Areas...47 6 Types of Construction...67 7 Fire-Resistive Construction...81 8 Interior Finishes...123 9 Fire-Protection Systems...129 10 Means of Egress...155 11 Accessibility...207 12 Interior Environment...237 13 Energy Efficiency...249 14 Exterior Walls...269 15 Roof Assemblies...287 16 Structural Provisions...309 17 Special Inspections and Tests...331 18 Soils and Foundations...339 19 Building Materials and Systems...351 20 Existing Structures...403 Bibliography...415 Index...417
