Architectural Graphic Standards for Residential Construction: The Architect's and Builder's Guide to Design, Planning, and Construction Details (Ramsey/Sleeper Architectural Graphic Standards Series)

Architectural Graphic Standards for Residential Construction is an all-new visual guide devoted exclusively to construction standards of residential structures. Created exclusively for professionals working in residential design and construction this guide combines key information culled from the tenth edition of Architectural Graphic Standards with all-new material on residential design. This special volume provides thousands of standard architectural details and guidelines and is an easy reference for anyone designing or constructing a residential project. From detailing foundations to designing home theaters home offices and other specialty rooms Architectural Graphic Standards for Residential Construction is a resource thats as efficient as it is comprehensive. Youll find design details that incorporate best construction practices as well as guidelines for state-of-the-art wiring heating and cooling systems. In step with current practices this volume includes the latest guidelines for: Energy efficiency Accessibility HVAC and indoor air quality Green construction An essential guide for designing in todays fast-paced and competitive building environment Architectural Graphic Standards for Residential Construction is a critical resource if youre an architect contractor engineer developer home-builder or other professional involved in designing residential buildings.