Böcker utgivna av Emma Walshaw

Understanding Architectural Details - Commercial, is dedicated to steel and concrete construction. The book is packed full of over 150 construction details in 2D, and 150 construction details in 3D.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.Foundations and floorsstrip foundationspad foundationspile foundationsraft foundationsground bearing floorssuspended floorsFramesconcrete frame structuressteel frame structureslong span frames including portal framesRoofsconcrete deck flat roofgreen roofsteel deck pitched roofsteel deck flat roofBasementsType A basement structuresType B basement structuresType C basement structuresWalls & Claddingconcrete cladding panelsstanding seaminsulated brick slipscomposite metal panelsinsulated rendermasonry rainscreentimber rainscreenstone rainscreenPLUS new to this second edition:Functional RequirementsDetailing PrinciplesMaterialsEven more details than before!How the book will help you:Gain a better understanding of commercial constructionUnderstand the principles of construction detailingUnderstand the functional requirements of a building in relation to the building regulationsLearn about the different materials available and their benefitsImprove your technical abilityIncrease your skill set to make you more employableSave a huge amount of time searching for details, over 150 details in one place

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.