Building Design and Construction Handbook, 6th Edition

Frederick S. Merritt, Jonathan T. Ricketts0-07-041999-X, 0-07-041999-X, 9780070419995

The fourth edition (1982) of this classic handbook is cited in Sheehy. Featuring simplified, more effective procedures for building better buildings, the fifth edition has been revised and updated to reflect the latest developments and advances in the field. More than 15 specialists in building design and construction have contributed material on their area of expertise. They emphasize fundamental principles and their practical applications, providing detailed coverage of every significant step in the planning, design, and construction of all types of buildings.