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Olin's Construction

by H. Leslie Simmons

Book Details

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons
Published:2011-11-16
Pages:1203
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Get the updated industry standard for a new age of construction! For more than fifty years, Olin’s Construction has been the cornerstone reference in the field for architecture and construction professionals and students. This new edition is an invaluable resource that will provide in-depth coverage for decades to come. You’ll find the most up-to-date principles, materials, methods, codes, and standards used in the design and construction of contemporary concrete, steel, masonry, and wood buildi

Our Review

This comprehensive construction reference delivers the updated industry standards that architecture professionals and students need for modern building practices. The latest edition provides thorough coverage of contemporary construction principles, materials, and methods across concrete, steel, masonry, and wood structures. With updated building codes and current industry standards, this resource maintains its position as the essential guide for construction design and implementation.

What sets this apart is its fifty-year legacy as the cornerstone reference in the field, now adapted for a new generation of construction challenges. Architecture students will appreciate the clear explanations of complex building systems, while seasoned professionals can rely on its authoritative treatment of evolving codes and emerging materials. This edition's depth and practical approach ensure it will remain relevant for construction projects and architectural education for decades to come.

Themes

Technology & Engineering

Subjects

Technology & Engineering