Building Design and Construction Handbook




The sixth edition of the Building Design and Construction Handbook maintains the

original objectives of previous editions which gained widespread acceptance among

users. These objectives are to provide in a single volume a compendium of the best

of the current knowledge and practices in building design and construction.

This information would be of greatest use to those who have to make decisions

affecting the selection of engineering materials and construction methods. Emphasis

is placed on fundamental principles and practical applications, with special attention

to simplified procedures. Frequent reference is made to other sources where additional

authoritative information may be obtained, such as architectural and engineering

societies, manufacturers associations, and the Internet. An extensive index

is provided to assist the reader in locating topics within the book.

Many new contributors and sections have been added in this edition to provide

the reader with the latest developments and knowledge in the building industry.

These developments include the expansion of data technology and communication

systems within the building system, revisions to wind and seismic loadings, and an

expansion of the information on fire sprinkler systems. To present the necessary

information in a single volume, obsolete and less-important information in the earlier

editions has been deleted.

The editor is very grateful to the contributors, not only for their care, skill, and

knowledge used in preparing the sections, but also for their considerable sacrifices

of personal time to prepare the sections.



Jonathan T. Ricketts


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