Designing quality buildings a BRE guide

Designing quality buildings a BRE guide - Watford BRE 2007 - vii, 350p. 25cm.

Site investigation and preparation -- Site environment and orientation -- Foundations and basements -- External walls, windows and doors -- Floors and ceilings -- Separating and compartment walls and partitions -- Roofs -- Building services -- External works -- Modern methods of construction -- Access to buildings

Discusses the selection and specification of structural elements, materials and finishes. Discusses sustainable design requirements, regulations and standards, and how to limit maintenance requirements and reduce potential defects in the future.

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