Building Construction Illustrated
by Francis D. K. Ching
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Book Reviews of Building Construction Illustrated
Book Review: Excellent Representation of Building systems
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this manual while preparing for my NCIDQ examination. While it is not an in depth manual for architects, or someone studying architecture, it has the perfect amount of information for Interior designers.
There are many many illustrations, and the verbiage pertaining to the illustration is written next to it with an arrow pointing. For example: the header over a door is explained in detail, and then an arrow points to it in the door assembly illustration.
I found the information in this book very helpful when preparing for the examination, and many of the questions pertained to the information in this book.
A great addition to the library of any interior designer.
Book Review: Excellent For Construction Students
Summary: 5 Stars
This book explains most everything about the stucture of a building. From the foundation to the roof. It also touches on basic mechanical and electricial systems. Plus, the book reviews site location and layout. The isometric drawings provide a high level of clarity. This book is a good refrence on home building, as well as explaining commercial construction fundamentals. I would highly recommend this book for anyone in the Contruction Industry. Construction students would also benifit from owning this book. I have my Degree in Building Construction. Man, do I wish I had this book when I was taking classes. It would have cleared up most of my questions. Buy it, you'll be glad you have it.Book Review: One Of A Kind
Summary: 4 Stars
I am a 40 year + commercial real estate appraiser, real estate broker, property mananger, have participated in developing and remodeling offices and industrial properties. Have seen almost every publication offered by professional organizations, schools, public publishing companies. From beginners to those who have reached their business goals in real estate, this publication in in the upper ten percent. If I had to choose a single publication covering building construction, this one would be it.Book Review: Say it in pictures
Summary: 5 Stars
As a translator and English teacher, I use this book to help my (German-speaking) clients learn construction vocabulary in English. As a rule, my clients are delighted by the beautiful illustrations and the concise descriptions of building methods and materials. I also use this book myself when doing translations. As a layperson, I find this book to be the most comprehensive introductory guide I've ever seen on construction terms. It is a great reference work to have at close hand.Book Review: Undervalued as a professional resource and ARE study guide
Summary: 5 Stars
Please dont let this simple architectural graphic resource book that has been around now for decades be viewed as unworthy of your time, because it certainly has been beneficial as part of the resoureces needed for me to pass the ARE's and for a quick review in my professional life as well.
This current edition is now updated with the needs of the 21st Century architectural firm and forward thinking, technological and sustainalble prcatices.