Building Construction Illustrated by Francis D. K. Ching
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Book Reviews of Building Construction Illustrated
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: 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.
Book Review: Very useful
Summary: 5 Stars
I got this to help with some of the harder construction code requirements. Handy book to have if you get a building code book and need a bit more explanation. For instance, I was looking at foundations - it illustrated different types of foundation systems, support systems, footings, walls, foundations on different kinds of grades, etc. If you are a visual learner, definitely a must.Book Review: from a students perspective...
Summary: 5 Stars
awesome book with everything one could need to get a well rounded idea of how structures are put together. this book was recommended by many of my professors and is especially useful when trying to understand and draw interior and exterior details. it is a must have in any interior designer or architects library!!!