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Understanding Architectural Details - Residential is packed full of over 120 construction details in 2D and 3D. This new 4th Edition has been updated in line with the June 2022 Building Regulations updates. We look at the principles behind construction detailing, and delve deep into each area of the building to make sure you have a full understanding of construction design.The Key PrinciplesFunctional RequirementsDetailing PrinciplesMaterialsFoundationsstrip foundationspad foundationspile foundationsraft foundationsMasonry Constructionground bearing floorssuspended floorswalls (including cladding options)roofs (flat and pitched)doors and windowsTimber Frame Constructionground bearing floorssuspended floorswalls (including cladding options)roofs (flat and pitched)doors and windowsSteel Frame ConstructionfloorswallsroofsStructural Insulated Panels (SIPS)floorswalls (with cladding options)doors and windowsroofsInsulated Concrete Formwork (ICF)floorswallswindowsroofsGreen Roof Constructionintensiveextensive

New Second Edition updated in line with June 2022 Building Regulation updates.Understanding Loft Conversions is a simple guide to carrying out a loft conversion. The book explains the main considerations required to carry out a loft conversion, and explores numerous construction methods for achieving conversions of different types. The book features over 40 construction details, in 2D and 3D. Topics covered include examining the existing building, requirements for the new structure, planning and regulations, construction details for general loft details, front dormer windows, rear dormer extensions, zinc standing seam details, faceted zinc dormer details and rooflight details. The book will help you...Gain a better understanding of how loft conversions workImprove your technical abilitySave a huge amount of time searching for detailsThe book is for...Professionals use the book as a reference and the details as a starting point for their own projects.Students looking to increase their knowledge residential construction and extensions.Graduates use the book to take out into the workplace and use as a reference.Self Builders looking to gain a better understanding of loft conversions in a clear and visual way.The book is also highly recommended by many tutors, lecturers and professors who teach construction at colleges and universities around the globe.

Understanding Passivhaus is a simple guide to the Passivhaus standard. The book explains the principles behind Passivhaus thinking, and explores numerous construction methods for achieving the Passivhaus standard.What is Passivhaus?Why design a Passivhaus?PHPPCertificationPrinciples of Passivhaus DesignTechnical requirementsBuilding fabricForm factorInsulationThermal bridgeAirtightness and air leakageBuilding services and ventilationWindowsSolar designShadingSummer ventilationRoof lightsTypes of ConstructionMasonry constructionTimber frameStructural Insulated Panels (SIPS)Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF)Mixed methods of constructionConstruction DetailsSolid concrete with rendered external insulationInsulated concrete formworkSolid masonry with larsen trussesMasonry cavity wallTimber frame with larsen trussesTimber I joist frameSIPS constructionTimber frame with external renderCase StudiesA selection of wonderful examples of Passivhaus designs and construction methods, with more case studies added for this second edition.