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Informationen zum Autor Ernest Burden (New York, NY), Assoc. AIA, is an architect, author and consultant specializing in marketing and project delivery strategies. He is the author of many books on design and presentation, including McGraw-Hill's Entourage: A Tracing File and Color Source Book. He is also the author of three illustrated dictionaries for McGraw-Hill: Illustrated Dictionary of Architecture, Illustrated Dictionary of Architectural Preservation, and Illustrated Dictionary of Building Design and Construction. Klappentext Anyone involved in the building industry - from architects and engineers to subcontractors and interior designers - will turn to this treasure trove of images and information The only illustrated dictionary to include construction, design, and related business terminology, it includes more photos and detailed drawings than any other book on the shelf. Shows pre- and post-construction aspects of building components. Zusammenfassung The only illustrated dictionary to include construction! design! and related-business terminology! with more photos and detailed drawings than any other book on the shelf. Inhaltsverzeichnis Administration business policies and procedures; agreementsAreas room attributes of all building typesBuilding Components substructure; superstructure; walls, roof, windows, doorsBuilding Failures causes and remediesBuilding Systems mechanical; electrical; elevators; fire protection; life safetyBuilding Trades carpentry; drywall; electrical; masonry; glazing; woodworkingBuilding Types Auditorium through ZooComponents typical building parts and systems - isolated as to methods of installation)Construction foundations, framing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, etc.Construction Management client/GC relationships; proceduresConstruction tools; materials; procedures; business; financeContractual Terms types of project delivery; payments; negotiatingCosts management; estimates; indexes; GMP [Guaranteed Maximum Price]Design services and processes; from site research to construction documentsDesign-Build contractual arrangements; management proceduresEcological Design and Construction green buildings; materials; construction methodsExpenses direct; indirect; salary; staffingFinancing construction cost estimating; financingInterior Finishes doors; windows; trim; cabinets; lighting; paintingJoint Ventures responsibilities; agreements; partnershipsLegal contracts; liabilities; licenses; insuranceMarketing research; collateral; database management; proposals; presentationsMaterials concrete; brick; masonry; stone; steel; fabric; plastics; woodProject Delivery project management methods and proceduresRenovations/Remodeling materials and specialized proceduresRestorative Technology cleaning; repairing; replicating; restoringReports field; financial; progress; project status; site analysisScheduling production of drawings and specifications; construction phasingSite Development master planning; utilities; site preparationSpecifications building codes; construction documents; masterspecSubcontractors outline of functions of all related building trades and proceduresTechnology new high-tech materials and methods of constructionTraining architectural and construction job positionsWeb internet and intranets; project-specific web sitesZoning building codes and ordinances...
