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Architect's Handbook of Construction Detailing by David Kent Ballast
Architect's Handbook of Construction Detailing by David Kent Ballast









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Architecture Schools Rarely Provide Students With The Fundamental Grounding In Detailing And Specifying Or Spend As Much Time On Them As On Design And Other Subjects. Most Building Problems And Outright Failures Occur Because Of Poorly Designed Or Constructed Details.Īlthough Detailing Is Vitally Important For Preventing Problems, It Is Becoming A Lost Art At The Same Time That It Is Becoming More Complex Due To The Proliferation Of New Materials And Construction Techniques, More Stringent Energy And Sustainability Requirements, And Safety And Security Concerns. While Construction Details Can Add To The Style And Aesthetic Appeal Of A Building, They Are Useless Unless They Can Successfully Provide The Basic Functional Requirements Of Satisfying The Building’s Purpose, Protecting Against TheĮlements, Providing Durable Interior Finishes, And Making Construction Efficient And Economical.











Architect's Handbook of Construction Detailing by David Kent Ballast