Building systems for interior designers

"The ultimate interior designer's guide to building systems and safety Building Systems for Interior Designers, Third Edition is the single-source technical reference that every designer needs, and an ideal solution for NCIDQ exam preparation. Now in its third edition, this invaluable guide has been updated to better address the special concerns of the interior designer within the context of the entire design team. New coverage includes the latest information on sustainable design and energy conservation, expanded coverage of security and building control systems, and a new and expanded art program with over 250 new illustrations. Covering systems from HVAC to water to waste to lighting, this book explains technical building systems and engineering issues in a clear and accessible way to help interior designers communicate more effectively with architects, engineers, and contractors. Professional interior design is about much more than aesthetics and decorating, and technical knowledge is critical. Before the space is planned, the designer must consider the mechanical and electrical equipment, structural system, and building components, and how they impact the space. This book shows you how to evaluate these complex factors, and how each affects your work throughout the building. Consider how site conditions and structural systems affect interior design Design functionally for human health and safety Factor water, electrical, and thermal systems into your design plans Examine the ways in which lighting and acoustics affect the space The comfort, safety, and ultimate success of a project depend upon your knowledge of building system and your coordination with architects and engineers. Building Systems for Interior Designers, Third Edition provides the comprehensive yet focused information you need to excel at what you do best."--

"Building Systems for Interior Designers remains the one go-to resource that addresses the special concerns of the interior designer within the broader context of the rest of the building design team."--

Part I. The building, the environment, and health and safety : Environmental conditions and the site : Climate change ; Energy sources ; Building site conditions -- Designing for the environment : Building envelope ; Heat flow and the building envelope ; Insulation materials ; Energy-efficient design ; The design process ; Sustainable design -- Designing for human health and safety : Human body and the built environment ; Hazardous materials ; Building codes and regulations -- Part II. Building components : Building forms, structures, and elements : Building form ; Structural system ; Building loads ; Structural types -- Flor/ceiling assemblies, walls, and stairs : Horizontal structural units ; Wall systems ; Stairs and ramps -- WIndows and doors : Windows ; Toplighting and skylights ; Doors -- Part III. Acoustics : Acoustic design principles : Sound basics ; Hearing ; Sound sources ; Sound paths -- Architectural acoustic : Acoustic design ; Building noise control ; Sound transmission ; Sound absorption ; Sound isolation ; Sound transmission between spaces ; Acoustic products ; Acoustic applications ; Electronic sound systems -- Part IV. Water and waste systems : Water sources and…