Customer Reviews
Fantastic 
2009-06-22
Well written and well illustrated. This book will give ANYONE a great overview of every facet of how buildings are constructed. Just skimming through the illustrations is a learning experience.
Construction Manual 2009-05-17
This book is quite complete and very helpful in addressing all the problems of building from the ground up. The diagrams are particularly helpful since the conventional "plan and elevation" drawings many times do not convey the total intent quickly and accurately. This book achieves that perfectly. A section on swimming pools, spas and decks would be a welcome addition.
Building Construction Illustrated 2009-04-28
Building Construction Illustrated book came quickly and safely. Although the book was a very costly it is instructional and complete.
Different edition 
2009-04-24
Hi,
I have a previous edition (2nd edition year 1990) so I decide to buy this new edition (4th edition). I've found some new items, I'm so glado for that, but in others few items the previous version is better. I have both books so I can enjoy the benefits of each one. It is highly recommended, even for professionals like me in South America
as good as new 2009-04-22
I received the book a few weeks late; but the 2nd hand book was as good as new
Say it in pictures 2009-04-01
Comprehensive and up-to-date-
the classic visual guide to the basics of building construction
For twenty-five years, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. Now this Third Edition has been expertly revised and updated to address the latest advances in materials, building technology, and code requirements.
Complete with more than 1,000 illustrations, the book moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes. Topics within each chapter are organized according to the CSI MasterFormat(TM), making the book extremely easy to use.
Special features of this edition include integrated coverage of environmentally friendly materials, sustainable building construction strategies, and ADA requirements, as well as the inclusion of both metric and standard U.S. measurements throughout the book.
With its clear presentation of the basic concepts underlying building construction, Building Construction Illustrated, Third Edition equips students and professionals in all areas of architecture and construction with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter in building planning, design, and construction.
Building Construction Illustrated Review 2009-03-08
The book that I ordered came within a week. So thats good. And it came in excellent conditions.
Building Construction Illustrated 
2009-01-28
Ordered this book 12/27/08 and today is 01/28/09. I still have not received the book, so I am unable to review the book. Needed book for class that started Tuesday. This has been a learning experience for me.
Every Architecture Student Should Own a Copy of This Book... 2008-10-28
I purchased this book about two years ago and it has been worth every penny and more. I often just leave it on my desk for quick reference regardless of what stage in a project I'm in. I am currently a third year Architecture student and can see myself using this text well into my practice as some of my professors admittedly do in theirs. The book is clearly laid out and is helpful in identifying various structural systems using a variety of materials and connections, foundation systems, detailed wall sections, etc. Great resource!
Excellent Representation of Building systems 2008-10-24
I purchased this manual while preparing for my NCIDQ examination. While it is not an in depth manual for architects, or someone studying architecture, it has the perfect amount of information for Interior designers.
There are many many illustrations, and the verbiage pertaining to the illustration is written next to it with an arrow pointing. For example: the header over a door is explained in detail, and then an arrow points to it in the door assembly illustration.
I found the information in this book very helpful when preparing for the examination, and many of the questions pertained to the information in this book.
A great addition to the library of any interior designer.
