Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers and Architects (ICD5), 5th Edition

Also available for purchase or as a free download: Student Workbook for the Fifth Edition of Interior Construction & Detailing

Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers and Architects provides comprehensive coverage of materials, finishes, construction assemblies, mechanical and electrical systems, building codes, and design standards. It covers a broad range of knowledge needed for both commercial and residential projects. Interior designers, architects, students, and anyone working in interior design and construction will find Interior Construction & Detailing a valuable resource. Interior Construction & Detailing also makes a great reference for ARE and NCIDQ® exam preparation.

Comprehensive Reference for Interior Construction and Detailing Principles

• Clear explanations help you determine how to select suitable materials and components


• More than 700 tables and figures clarify concepts


• A thorough index allows you to quickly find information


• Construction Specification Institute MasterFormat™ numbers are used for convenience


• 2009 International Building Code references provide up-to-date coverage

Topics Covered

• Acoustics


• Architectural Woodwork


• Audiovisual Spaces


• Barrier-Free Design


• Building Codes and Regulations


• Building Investigation


• Ceilings


• Decorative Metals


• Doors and Hardware


• Flooring Construction and Finishes


• Glazing


• Means of Egress


• Mechanical and Electrical Systems Coordination


• Partitions


• Signage Systems


• Stair Design and Construction


• Structural Coordination


• Sustainable Design


• Wall Finishes