Publisher's Synopsis
This is the first of a two-volume set which covers the principles of building design and construction and the methods and techniques used in the production of each part of the building.;The fifth edition of this text has been fully revised and updated to take account of changes to building regulations and recent developments in construction techniques. Completely new material has been included on the installation of walls, roofs and chimneys. Topics covered include: the nature of buildings and building, the production of buildings, structural behaviour, foundations, walls and piers, framed structures, roof structures, floor structures, fireplaces, flues and chimneys, stairs, temporary works.
