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 Principles- Functional Requirements
- Detailing Principles
- Materials
Foundations- strip foundations
- pad foundations
- pile foundations
- raft foundations
Masonry Construction- ground bearing floors
- suspended floors
- walls (including cladding options)
- roofs (flat and pitched)
- doors and windows
Timber Frame Construction- ground bearing floors
- suspended floors
- walls (including cladding options)
- roofs (flat and pitched)
- doors and windows
Steel Frame Construction
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS)- floors
- walls (with cladding options)
- doors and windows
- roofs
Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF)
Green Roof Construction