Residential Construction Details: A Visual Guide to Construction Detailing

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Residential Construction Details is explores a range of residential construction methods, based on US standards. The book is packed full of over 150 construction details in 2D, and 140 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

slab on grade pier and grade beam systems foundation walls

Crawl Spaces

unvented crawl spaces vented crawl spaces

Basements

waterproofing structure - cmu and concrete construction insulating basements

Floors

joist floor systems girder floor systems

Walls

wall construction siding insulation windows door thresholds

Roofs

roof construction roof finishes roof ventilation roof insulation

Who is the book for?Students looking to increase their knowledge of construction.

Graduates use the book to take out into the workplace and use as a reference.

Professionals use the book as a reference book and foundation for their construction libraries.

The book is also highly recommended by many tutors, lecturers and professors who teach construction at colleges and universities around the globe.