ABSTRACT

A new edition of the best selling title in the prestigious Mitchell's Building Series. This book is the first of a two volume set which provides a complete and thorough treatment of the principles and techniques used in the design and construction of a building. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to bring it into line with recent changes in British Standards and developments in construction techniques while retaining the comprehensive approach for which it is renowned.

chapter 1|8 pages

The nature of buildings and building

chapter 2|23 pages

The production of buildings

chapter 3|18 pages

Structural behaviour

chapter 4|15 pages

Foundations

chapter 5|53 pages

Walls and piers

chapter 6|20 pages

Framed structures

chapter 7|33 pages

Roof structures

chapter 8|19 pages

Floor structures

chapter 9|16 pages

Fireplaces, flues and chimneys

chapter 10|15 pages

Stairs

chapter 11|4 pages

Temporary works