Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructibility, Aesthetics

Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructability, Aesthetics insight into the industry standard of sexual detailing through new sections that cover analysis and modification of existing design and details for basic and advanced students. This revised edition addresses sustainability to reflect International Building Code. The text continues to deliver reliable, insightful information on how to design details that are airtight to control the flow of water vapor and heat. Readers will also learn about all kinds of movement and age of constructions. This text is 336 pages.

The text is conveniently organized by three major concerns of the detailer: constructability, function and aesthetics. This text features:

• Rich illustrated examples of detailed design, practical exercises and case studies.
• Revised and new patterns showing contract ability, form and aesthetics.
• Everything the reader needs to design details that will work whether they are professionals or students.

Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructibility, Aesthetics 2nd Edition- Table of Contents:

• Introduction
• PART I - DETAIL PATTERNS
  • Section 1 - Function
    • Controlling Water Leakage
      • Wash
      • Overlap
      • Overhang and Drip
      • Drain and Weep
      • Unobstructed Drainage
      • Cold Roof
      • Foundation Drainage
      • Moisture Break
      • Capillary Break
      • Labyrinth
      • Rainscreen Assembly
      • Upstand
      • Sealant Joints and Gaskets
    • Controlling Air Leakage
      • Air Barrier Surface
      • Weatherstripped Crack
    • Controlling Heat Flow
      • Thermal Insulation
      • Thermal Break
      • Multiple Glazing
      • White and Bright Surfaces
      • Reflective Glazing
      • Reflective Surface and Airspace
      • Outside-insulated Thermal Mass
    • Controlling Water Vapor
      • Warm Interior Surfaces
      • Warm-side Vapor Retarder
      • Vapor Ventilation
      • Condensate Drainage
    • Controlling Sound
      • Airtight, Heavy, Limp Partition
      • Cushioned Floor
      • Quiet Attachments
      • Sound-absorbing Surfaces
    • Accommodating Movement
      • Seasoning and Curing
      • Vertical-grain Lumber
      • Equalizing Cross Grain
      • Relieved Back
      • Foundation Below Frost Line
      • Structure/Enclosure Joint
      • Abutment Joint
      • Expansion Joint
      • Control Joint
      • Sliding Joint
      • Building Separation Joint
    • Providing Structural Support
      • Small Structures
    • Providing Passages for Mechanical and Electrical Services
      • Vertical Chase
      • Horizontal Plenum
    • Health and Safety
      • Safe Footing
      • Fall Protection
      • Safe Edges
      • Safe Glazing
      • Nontoxic Materials
      • Firesafe Materials
      • Fire-resistant Assemblies
      • Barrier-free Design
    • Providing for the Aging of the Building
      • Life Cycle
      • Expected Life
      • Surfaces That Age Gracefully
      • Repairable Surfaces
      • Cleanable Surfaces
      • Maintenance Access
      • Dry Wood
      • Similar Metals
      • Less Absorbent Materials
      • Robust Assemblies
      • Building Armor
  • Section 2 - Constructibility
    • Ease of Assembly
      • Uncut Units
      • Minimum Number of Parts
      • Parts That are Easy to Handle
      • Repetitious Assembly
      • Simulated Assemblies
      • Observable Assemblies
      • Accessible Connections
      • Installation Clearance
      • Nonconflicting Systems
    • Forgiving Details
      • Dimensional Tolerance
      • Sliding Fit
      • Adjustable Fit
      • Reveal
      • Butt Joint
      • Clean Edge
      • Progressive Finish
      • Forgiving Surface
    • Efficient Use of Construction
      • Factory and Site
      • Rehearsing the Construction Sequence
      • Off-the-Shelf Parts
      • Local Skills and Customs
      • Refining the Detail
      • All-weather Construction
      • Pride of Craftsmanship
      • Accepted Standards
  • Section 3 - Aesthetics
    • Aesthetics
      • Contributive Details
      • Timeless Features
      • Hierarchy of Refinement
      • Intensification and Ornamentation
      • Composing the Detail
      • Formal Transitions
• PART II - DETAIL DEVELOPMENT
  • Applying the Detail Patterns
  • Detailing a Building in Wood Light Framing
  • Detailing a Building in Architectural Concrete
  • Detailing a Brick Facing on a Concrete Frame
• Appendix A Getting Started
• Appendix B The Detailer's Reference Shelf
• Appendix C Formulating Exercises for Self-Study or Classroom Use
• Index