The Codes Guidebook for Interiors

by Katherine E. Kennon, Sharon K. Harmon

Overview

This Study Guide has been created to complement The Codes Guidebook for Interiors, Second Edition. It provides a flexible starting point for studying, allowing users to define and study the codes as they wish. Components include key terms, short answer questions, and study problems. The Guide also offers comprehensive, step-by-step explanations of the study problem answers. Working through the Study Guide, users will gain confidence in their knowledge of codes and standards, and learn how to apply the codes to real interior projects.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781119720966
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	01/11/2022
Sold by:	JOHN WILEY & SONS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	624
File size:	17 MB
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About the Author

Katherine E. Kennon, AIA is a professional architect and principal at The Architect WORKSHOP in Nashville, TN. She has experience in commercial, healthcare, and residential architectural projects. She is also a Professor of Practice at the O'More College of Architecture and Design at Belmont University. She has presented seminars on design, building codes, and accessibility issues in academic, professional and conference settings.

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Table of Contents

Preface.
Acknowledgments.
HOW TO USE THIS BOOK.
About the Codes.
Occupancy Classifications and Loads.
Construction Types and Building Sizes.
Means of Egress.
Fire Resistant Materials and Assemblies.
Fire Protection Systems.
Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements.
Electrical and Communication Requirements.
Finish and Furniture Selection.
Code Officials and the Code Process.
Appendix A: Family Residences.
Appendix B: Existing and Historic Buildings.
Appendix C: Abbreviations.
Appendix D: Code Resources.
Appendix E: About the ADA.
Bibliography by Topic.
Glossary.
Index.

Editorial Reviews

Identifies the major codes, standards, and federal regulations pertaining to the construction, alteration, and maintenance of both commercial and residential interiors of all sizes. Individual chapters deal with occupancy classifications, plumbing, electrical requirements, fire protection systems, and furniture. The second edition adds code tables from the new international building codes. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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