Mitchell's Introduction to Building

Introduction to Building provides a comprehensive introduction to various aspects of development and associated building procedures, from initial planning and design through procurement of building work, contractual arrangements and construction techniques. Now in its Fifth Edition, this popular text continues to present an authoritative overview of the many design and practical considerations associated with the creation and maintenance of modern buildings, including repair of existing buildings and traditional construction procedures. Topics covered include the functional requirements of a building: appearance, durability, dimensional suitability, strength and stability, weather exclusion, sound control, thermal comfort, fire protection, lighting and ventilating, sanitation and drainage, security, cost, sustainability, building processes, the building team, communication and construction methods.

Acknowledgements Preface SI Units Introduction Part A1. The Requirements of a building2. Appearance3. Durability 4. Dimensional suitability 5. Strength and stability6. Weather exclusion 7. Sound control8. Thermal comfort and efficiency 9. Fire protection 10.Lighting and ventilation11.Sanitation and drainage 12. Security 13.Cost Part B14. Sustainability15. Building processes16.The Building team17. Communication Part C18. Construction method AppendixI Working drawings and schedules Appendix IIExamples of planning and Building Regulations application forms Index

Roger Greeno is a consultant, examiner and established author of many construction papers and publications. Derek Osbourn was Head of the School of Architecture and Interior Design at the Polytechnic of North London, and an examiner for the Royal Institute of British Architects.