{"product_id":"building-construction-illustrated-by-francis-d-k-ching-very-good-1975-van-nostrand-reinhold-co","title":"Building Construction Illustrated by Francis D.K. Ching (Very good, 1975, Van Nostrand Reinhold Co.)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover have light wear; pages appear to be unmarked. ISBN 0442215320\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBuilding Construction Illustrated\u003c\/span\u003e is a comprehensive visual guide that introduces the fundamental principles, materials, and structural systems of building construction.  It serves as an essential resource for understanding how buildings are designed, planned, and executed, covering topics ranging from site selection and foundations to mechanical systems and finish work. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is characterized by its signature illustrative style, using clear, accurate drawings to demystify complex construction concepts for students and professionals in architecture and engineering.  It provides a foundational understanding of how material and structural choices impact a building's form and dimensions, equipping readers with the guidelines necessary to approach new materials and techniques encountered in the industry.\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrancis D. K. Ching (Seattle, WA) was a registered architect and a professor at the University of Washington. He authored six highly successful books on the basic processes and forms of architectural design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Faith Books23","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68501292974307,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/3303\/7027\/files\/33167.jpg?v=1794360605","url":"https:\/\/faithbooks23.com\/es\/products\/building-construction-illustrated-by-francis-d-k-ching-very-good-1975-van-nostrand-reinhold-co","provider":"Faith Books23","version":"1.0","type":"link"}