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Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2006 International Building Code, 2nd Edition, is an easy-to-use, illustrated guide to the 2006 International Building Code.
As the building industry moves toward a single set of construction codes that have no regional limitations, architects, builders, engineers, and interior designers need an interpretive guide to help them better understand how the code affects their practices. This 2nd Edition of Building Codes Illustrated fills this need by interpreting the updated 2006 International Building Code (IBC) in a visual format that designers both need and understand.
This unique marriage of bestselling author Francis DK Ching's illustrative talent and Steven Winkel's code expertise provides an accessible, time-saving companion guide to the latest code. The visual presentation of information extracts the core portions of the building code that are most relevant for professionals and hones building codes down to the essentials. Organized to correspond with related subject matter in the IBC, Building Codes Illustrated enables architects, engineers, and other design professionals to quickly find clarifying information on the nonstructural provision of the IBC. Readers gain a clear and complete understanding of those sections at a glance through enlightening computer-rendered illustrations and succinct yet thorough interpretations.
There's no excuse for not being up to code. Avoid costly mistakes with the invaluable help of Building Codes Illustrated, 2nd Edition.
From the Preface
The primary purpose of this book is to familiarize code users with the 2006 International Building Code (IBC). It is intended as an instructional text on how the Code was developed and how it is organized, as well as a primer on how to use the Code. It is intended to be a companion to the IBC, not a substitute for it. This book must be read in concert with the International Building Code.
Many designers feel intimidated by building codes. They can seem daunting and complex at first glance. It is important to know that they are a product of years of accretion and evolution. Sections start simply and are modified, and new material is added to address additional concerns or to address interpretation issues from previous code editions. The complexity of a building code often comes from this layering of new information upon old without regard to overall continuity. Building Codes are living documents, constantly under review and modification. It is vital to an understanding of codes to keep in mind that they are a human institution, written by ordinary people with specific issues in mind or specific agendas they wish to advance.
This book is designed to give an understanding of how the International Building Code is developed, how it is likely to be interpreted, and how it applies to design and construction. The intent of this book is to give a fundamental understanding of the relationship of codes to practice for design professionals, especially those licensed or desiring to become licensed as architects, engineers, or other registered design professionals. Code knowledge is among the fundamental reasons for licensing design professionals, for the protection of public health, safety and welfare. It is our goal to make the acquisition and use of code knowledge easier and clearer for code users.
Contents
Preface. Chapter 1: Building Codes. Chapter 2: Navigating the Code. Chapter 3: Use and Occupancy. Chapter 4: Special Uses and Occupancies. Chapter 5: Building Heights and Areas. Chapter 6: Types of Construction. Chapter 7: Fire-Resistive Construction. Chapter 8: Interior Finishes. Chapter 9: Fire-Protection Systems. Chapter 10: Means of Egress. Chapter 11: Accessibility. Chapter 12: Interior Environment. Chapter 13: Energy Efficiency. Chapter 14: Exterior Walls. Chapter 15: Roof Assemblies.
Chapter 16: Structural Provisions. Chapter 17: Building Materials and Systems. Chapter 18: Existing Structures. Bibliography. Index.
About the Authors
Frances DK Chink is a registered architect and a professor at the University of Washington. He is the author or coauthor of numerous architecture and design books, including A Global History of Architecture; Architectural Graphics; Building Construction Illustrated; Architecture: Form, Space, and Order; A Visual Dictionary of Architecture; and Design Drawing (all published by Wiley).
Steven R Winkel, FAIA, an expert in building codes and regulations, is an architect managing the San Francisco office of The Preview Group. Winkel is the architect member of the California Building Standards Commission, a past national board member of The American Institute of Architects (AIA), and past president of the AIA California Council.
The International Code Council (ICC), a membership association dedicated to building safety and fire prevention, develops the codes used to construct residential and commercial buildings, including homes and schools. Most U.S. cities, counties, and states that adopt codes choose the International Codes developed by the ICC. The ICC mission is to provide the highest quality codes, standards, products, and services for all concerned with the safety and performance of the built environment. |
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