THE BESTSELLING, FULLY ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE Uniquely marrying the graphic skills of bestselling author Francis D. Provides students and professionals with a fundamental understanding of IBC development, interpretation, and applicationīuilding Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2018 International Building Code gives students and professionals in architecture, interior design, construction, and engineering a user-friendly, easy-to-use guide to the fundamentals of the 2018 IBC. Uses clear language and Frank Ching's distinctive illustrations to demystify the 2018 International Build Code (IBC) text Highlights all the significant changes in the 2018 IBC The following sections cover such information as: use and occupancy building heights and areas types of construction fire-resistive construction interior finishes means of egress accessibility energy efficiency roof assemblies structural provisions special inspections and tests soils and foundations building materials and systems and more.Ī complete, user-friendly guide to code-compliant projects The first two chapters of Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2018 International Building Code, Sixth Edition give background and context regarding the develop ment, organization, and use of the IBC. It pulls out the portions of the building code that are most relevant for the architect and provides an easy-to-understand interpretation in both words and illustrations. Fully updated throughout, it highlights all of the changes to the code for quick reference and easy navigation. Uniquely marrying the graphic skills of bestselling author Francis D.K Ching with the code expertise of Steven Winkel, FAIA, the new sixth edition of Building Codes Illustrated is a clear, concise, and easy-to-use visual guide to the International Building Code (IBC) for 2018.
Building Codes Illustrated: The Basics is also an essential study resource for the Codes and Regulations section of the Architect Registration Exam developed by NCARB.Ī solid understanding of the fundamentals of the 2021 International Building Code for students without a background in architecture or engineering Intuitive and memorable study material for people seeking licensure via the Architect Registration Exam Visually striking and memorable material designed to catch the reader's eye, hold attention, and improve retention Perfect for undergraduate students in 2- to 4-year courses studying building codes and specifications, Building Codes Illustrated: The Basics is also ideal for early-career professionals in architecture, interior design, construction management, and engineering.THE BESTSELLING, FULLY ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
Restructured and condensed to serve as a companion textbook for students taking introductory courses, the authors discuss only the most relevant topics. With clear language and Frank Ching's distinctive illustrations, the book offers readers a sound understanding of the foundations of the IBC. Winkel deliver a concise visual introduction to the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) distilled from the industry bestseller Building Codes Illustrated.
Ching and California architect and engineer Steven R. In Building Codes Illustrated: The Basics, architectural illustration expert Francis D.K. Winkel deliver a concise visual introduction to the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) distilled from the industry bestseller Building Codes Illu A visual introduction to the fundamentals of the 2021 International Building Code A visual introduction to the fundamentals of the 2021 International Building Code In Building Codes Illustrated: The Basics, architectural illustration expert Francis D.K.