This volume demonstrates how to design architectural details that function well, comply with building codes and contribute to the quality of the overall building design. Step-by-step illustrations trace the development of detailing drawings and emphasize detailing pattern.
The updated and revised edition of the bestselling, cornerstone guide Architectural Detailing, Second Edition is the revised and expanded industry standard on architectural detailing. This Second Edition is revised to address sustainability and updated to reflect the International Building Code®. It maintains its reputation for delivering reliable, insightful information on such topics as how to design details that will be water– and airtight, control the flows of heat and water vapor, adjust to all kinds of movement, age gracefully, be easy to construct, and still look good.
Conveniently organized by the three major concerns of the detailer function, constructibility, and aesthetics Architectural Detailing, Second Edition features:
- Richly illustrated examples of detail design, case studies, and practical exercises
- Many new and revised patterns showing form, constructibility, and aesthetics
- Everything a student or professional needs to design details that work