Book 8

This is a comprehensive reference work on architectural design, which has been updated to include new designs, standards, materials and applications, as well as the current American building codes. All chapters begin with a summary of the topic. The new material covered ranges from waste disposal to environmental building design and new building envelope systems. The information on energy and resource conservation has been expanded and there is a new section on building types.

After 75 years, Architectural Graphic Standards continues to be the "bible" for architects, builders, and engineers. Version 3.0 of the CD-ROM took the print edition to the architect's desktop and provided the text and details in electronic format for use in CAD, word processing, and presentation programs. Version 4.0 continues to provide Architectural Graphic Standards in digital format while improving upon the current functionality. What's new in Version 4.0: An improved user interface that allows the user to navigate the CD using familiar and easy-to-use web-browser functions 100% of the details in CAD-compatible format--15% more than Version 3.0--available in .dwg, .dgn, and .dxf file formats Easier search methods--Topic Search, Index Search, Key Word Search, and CSI Code Search Content reorganized according to Uniformat, which more closely follows an architect's workflow Network Version is ideal for firms with 20+ employees Compatible with Windows network servers and Windows clients

Architectural Graphic Standards for Residential Construction 1.0 CD-ROM Network Version provides the complete content of Architectural Graphic Standards for Residential Construction, Second Edition, in an easy-to navigate electronic format. This network version CD-ROM is compatible with Mac and Windows and includes downloadable architectural details and drawings, a visual search feature, a bookmark tool to save and annotate content, and a search engine. This must-have resource is essential for architects and related designers who work with residential structures.