Publisher's Synopsis
About this series ...Mitchell's Building Series comprises highly practical books ideal for all those studying construction, architecture and related studies at higher technician and degree levels. Each book discusses a specific aspect of a building, focusing on the practical construction issues involved. Necessary building science and theory is provided to explain how and why certain methods and procedures are used. The series systematically covers all stages in the construction of a building.Other books in the series:Introduction to BuildingEnvironment and ServicesFinishesMaterials TechnologyMaterialsInternal ComponentsExternal ComponentsStructure and Fabric Part 2Structure and Fabric Part 1 provides a complete and thorough treatment of the principles and techniques used in the construction of a building.This new edition has been thoroughly updated to bring it into line with recent changes in British Standards and developments in construction techniques, but retains the comprehensive approach for which it is renowned.The book begins by discussing general aspects of buildings, such as function, production and structural issues.;Each building part is then detailed in terms of function, efficiency, limitations and economy. The nature of the building materials commonly used is taken into account.Structure and Fabric Part One:places emphasis on practical applicationsexplains clearly why certain techniques are used to achieve maximum efficiency and economyassumes no previous knowledgeis extensively illustrated throughoutCoverage includes: 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, and temporary works.This book and its companion volume, Structure and Fabric Part Two are an ideal resource for students of architecture, construction, surveying and structural engineering. It will also be a useful for practitioners who need to keep up-to-date with current practices.Jack Stroud Foster is a Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects and was formerly Principal Lecturer in Architecture at the University of Westminster, where he was responsible for the co-ordination and development of Construction Studies.
