Architect's Portable Handbook by John Patten

Architect's Portable Handbook

Features

Cover Type: Paperback with 679 pages

Published by: McGraw-Hill Professional

Edition: 3rd Edition March 24, 2003

Written in: English

ISBN 10 Number: 0071409815

ISBN 13 Number: 978-0071409810

Book Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 1.1 inches

Weighs: 1.4 pounds

Midwest Book Review
Add flexible binding to a pocket-tote reference and you have a fine portable title which serves as an important practical resource for design professionals. From architectural planning to materials assembly and properties, this packs in the latest information on everything from finishes and furniture to glass and building codes. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

* Compiles all the rules of thumb and referenced facts to provide a convenient, one-stop resource for builders and architects
* Updated to include new cost information and coverage of the latest International Building and NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Codes
* Hundreds of diagrams, charts, tables, checklists, details, and other design data for building materials, components, and assemblies
* Structured to follow typical job progression, this resource covers initial planning and estimating through design and construction

Reader Reviews
I have had the First Edition of this book since 1993, and have used that as a reference almost daily throughout my education and well into my professional practice. I decided to purchase this revised edition since the original book was becoming worn and flat out-of-date. This new version (a good 200 pages heavier than the first edition) includes new building code information (specifically IBC 2000), and provides revised cost estimate numbers. To this day, it is still the ONLY book worthy enough to reside on my desk. This book is an excellent source for the student and professional alike. Basic concepts, construction methods, and principles for design considerations are organized and indexed for easy reference and all attempts have been made to make the content easy to understand. Rules-of-thumb and graphics are provided throughout the text as well as commonly used tables, charts, graphs, maps, etc. Guthrie has also managed to develop several clever little checklists, which assist in making sure all issues have been addressed. The book is getting a little thick, and the distinctive oversized laminated cover has evolved into a standard size cover (it's not spiral bound - it's a paperback). The price is a little high, but I think the information found in this tidy little book is well worth it. Comment | | (Report this)

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Updated on 6-4-2008.