The Architecture Reference & Specification Book

Julia McMorrough

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The updated and revised edition of The Architecture Reference & Specification Bookcontains vital information that's essential to planning and executing architectural projects of all shapes and sizes, all in a format that is small enough to carry anywhere.

Most architectural standards references contain thousands of pages of details, overwhelmingly more than architects need to know on any given day. In contrast, The Architecture Reference & Specification Book updated & revised distills the data provided in standard architectural volumes in an easy-to-use reference covering the most indispensable--and most requested--types of architectural information.

The Reference & Specification Book series from Rockport Publishers offers students and practicing professionals in a range of creative industries must-have information in their area of specialty in an up-to-date, concise handbook.

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Why it’s great

Compact yet dense, this pocket guide condenses building codes, ergonomic data, material specs, and drawing conventions into quick-lookup charts. Ideal for high-school design projects, model competitions, or early internships when answers are needed fast. Color-coded tabs make navigation easy, encouraging self-directed problem solving. A practical bridge from classroom theory to real-world application.

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Resource Details

Resource Type: Book
Age Ranges: High School
Careers: Architect
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Book Details

Author: Julia McMorrough