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Even in the earliest stages of the design process, architects must consider the impact that environmental factors, building codes, and structural demands will have on a building's design. The Architect's Studio Companion makes it possible to get this critical information upfront and in a matter of minutes.
List of contents
Acknowledgments.How to Use This Book.
SECTION 1: DESIGNING WITH BUILDING CODES.
1. Designing With Building Codes.
SECTION 2: DESIGNING THE STRUCTURE.
1. Selecting the Structural System.
2. Configuring the Structural System.
3. Sizing the Structural System.
SECTION 3: DESIGNING WITH DAYLIGHT.
1.Design Criteria For Daylighting Systems.
2. Configuring and Sizing Daylighting Systems.
SECTION 4: DESIGNING SPACES FOR MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SERVICES.
1. Selecting Heating and Cooling Systems For Large Buildings.
2. Configuring and Sizing Mechanical and Electrical Services for Large Buildings.
3. Mechanical and Electrical Systems For Small Buildings.
SECTION 5: DESIGNING FOR EGRESS AND ACCESSIBILITY.
1. Configuring the Egress System and Providing Accessible Routes.
2. Sizing the Egress System.
3. Stairway and Ramp Design.
SECTION 6: DESIGNING FOR PARKING.
1. Design Criteria for Parking Facilities.
2. Configuring Parking Facilities.
3. Sizing Parking Facilities.
SECTION 7: DESIGNING WITH HEIGHT AND AREA LIMITATIONS.
1. Height and Area Limitations.
2. Height and Area Tables.
Appendix A: Example Use of This Book.
Appendix B: Units of Conversion.
Bibliography.Index.
