Description
Building Construction Illustrated, Sixth Edition
Building Construction Illustrated is the visual reference for the fundamental principles of building construction, written by architect and educator Francis D. K. Ching. The book pairs precise illustrations with clear explanations, and it has been used for decades in architecture, engineering and construction education.
It walks through site conditions, foundations, structural systems, enclosure assemblies, interior construction and service integration, so readers can see how individual components come together into a complete building.
What the book covers
The text covers residential and commercial building systems, from the ground up: site conditions and foundations, then structural systems, enclosure assemblies, interior construction and building services. Clear diagrams support each topic, which makes the material suited to visual learners.
Sustainability and modern materials
Sustainability and green building concepts run throughout the sixth edition, with updated discussions of insulation, energy efficiency and fire rated assemblies. Coverage of mass timber, including cross laminated timber and nail laminated timber, reflects current construction practice.
What is new in the sixth edition
- New coverage of resilient design strategies.
- Advanced structural systems, including diagrids.
- Modular foundation approaches and smart facade systems.
- Modern lighting technologies.
- Expanded mass timber coverage, including cross laminated and nail laminated timber.
- Alignment with contemporary professional standards and codes.
Book details
- Title: Building Construction Illustrated
- Author: Francis D. K. Ching
- Edition: 6th (Sixth Edition)
- ISBN-13: 9781119583080
Questions buyers ask
Who is Building Construction Illustrated for?
Architecture, engineering and construction students, and professionals who want a visual reference for how buildings are put together.
Does it cover residential and commercial buildings?
Yes. It covers both residential and commercial building systems, from site conditions and foundations through structural systems, enclosures, interiors and services.
What changed in the sixth edition?
New material on resilient design, diagrid structural systems, modular foundations, smart facade systems, modern lighting and mass timber, along with alignment to current codes and standards.
Is it mostly illustrations or text?
Both. Detailed illustrations are paired with clear explanations, which is the format Ching is known for across his construction reference books.
Is this a textbook or a reference book?
Both. It works as a primary textbook and as a long term reference for professionals who want to reinforce core construction knowledge.
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