Sustainable Building Systems and Construction for Designers: Bundle Book + Studio Access Card

by Lisa M. Tucker

Overview

Author Lisa M. Tucker covers topics in a holistic approach, from the structural (site consideration and foundations) to the experiential (indoor air, acoustics, and safety), making a clear case for interior design professionals to understand their moral responsibilities to people and the environment, and to follow sustainable building practices. Now in its third edition, the award-winning Sustainable Building Systems and Construction for Designers has been updated to reflect current CIDA accreditation standards and include recent industry trends related to interior construction, such as security and well-being. Additionally, a complete set of new case studies has been commissioned. Line drawings, color photography, and sample student work join together to support student learning on this essential and timely topic.

New to this Edition:
-Updated with CIDA Standards 2018
-Expanded content on security, resilience, plumbing, and well-being design trends
-Complete set of 7 new case studies
-First edition to include STUDIO with self-assessment questions and flashcards and Instructor Resources including an instructor's guide and PowerPoint slides

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781501364778
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	12/02/2021
Edition description:	3rd ed.
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.85(d)

About the Author

Lisa M. Tucker, is an associate professor of Interior Design at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), USA.

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1: A Holistic Approach to Building Design and Construction
Chapter 2: Site Considerations and Foundations
Chapter 3: Structural Systems
Chapter 4: Mechanical Systems
Chapter 5: Electrical Systems and Lighting
Chapter 6: Plumbing Systems
Chapter 7: Walls
Chapter 8: Floors
Chapter 9: Roofs/Ceilings
Chapter 10: Indoor Environmental Quality: Acoustics and Indoor Air
Chapter 11: Interior Building Systems
Chapter 12: Regulations
Chapter 13: Case Studies
Resources
Index