Building Evaluation for Adaptive Reuse and Preservation details each step involved in the assessment process and building repairs on adaptive re-use or historic preservation. The information is easy-to-understand and suited for professionals, covering a large assessment of the many causes of building failures as well as techniques for repair. With a strong focus on how to carefully and precisely evaluate an existing building's structure, systems, and materials, and determine a structure's financial feasibility analysis, this guide enables readers to consider the many aspects of any building that is being evaluated for an adaptive re-use project.

The book considers building assessment issues for structures of different scales: midsize commercial, small commercial and residential buildings and includes comprehensive coverage on everything from foundation issues to decorative details. 400pp.

Table of Contents:

• Chapter One: Architectural Character.
• Chapter Two: Survey of Existing Conditions.
• Chapter Three: Electrical Systems.
• Chapter Four: Mechanical Systems.
• Chapter Five: Plumbing, Bathrooms, Accessibility & Fire Systems.
• Chapter Six: Sustainability.
• Chapter Seven: Proforma Analysis.
• Chapter Eight: Testing.