Introduction to Building

Résumé du livre

This text provides a basic introduction to the building process and analyzes a building in terms of what it is expected to do, the processes required, the building team which implements the processes, the methods used for communicating information and a typical construction method. Topics covered include: the requirements of a building; appearance; durability; dimensional suitability; strength and stability; weather exclusion; sound control; thermal comfort; fire protection; lighting and ventilating; sanitation; security; cost; building processes; the building team; communication; and construction method.