Francis D. K. Ching & Barry S. Onouye 
Building Structures Illustrated [EPUB ebook] 
Patterns, Systems, and Design

A new edition of Francis D.K. Ching’s illustrated guide to
structural design

Structures are an essential element of the building process, yet
one of the most difficult concepts for architects to grasp. While
structural engineers do the detailed consulting work for a project,
architects should have enough knowledge of structural theory and
analysis to design a building. Building Structures
Illustrated takes a new approach to structural design, showing
how structural systems of a building–such as an integrated
assembly of elements with pattern, proportions, and scale–are
related to the fundamental aspects of architectural design. The
book features a one-stop guide to structural design in practice, a
thorough treatment of structural design as part of the entire
building process, and an overview of the historical development of
architectural materails and structure. Illustrated throughout with
Ching’s signature line drawings, this new Second Edition is
an ideal guide to structures for designers, builders, and
students.

* Updated to include new information on building code compliance,
additional learning resources, and a new glossary of terms

* Offers thorough coverage of formal and spatial composition,
program fit, coordination with other building systems, code
compliance, and much more

* Beautifully illustrated by the renowned Francis D.K. Ching

Building Structures Illustrated, Second Edition is the
ideal resource for students and professionals who want to make
informed decisions on architectural design.

Cuprins

Preface vii

1 Building Structures 1

2 Structural Patterns 39

3 Horizontal Spans 89

4 Vertical Dimensions 147

5 Lateral Stability 197

6 Long-Span Structures 235

7 High-Rise Structures 277

8 Systems Integration 305

Bibliography 335

Index 337

Despre autor

Francis D.K. Ching is a registered architect and
Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington in Seattle. He
is the bestselling author of numerous books on architecture and
design, all published by Wiley. His works have been translated into
more than sixteen languages and are regarded as classics for their
renowned graphic presentation.

Barry S. Onouye is a registered engineer and Senior
Lecturer Emeritus at the University of Washington, where he taught
courses on structural design in the College of Built Environments.
He is also the author of Statics and Strength of Materials for
Architecture and Building Construction.

Douglas Zuberbuhler is a registered architect and Senior
Lecturer Emeritus at the University of Washington, where he taught
architectural design and graphics. He also served as chairman of
the Department of Architecture and Associate Dean of the College of
Built Environments.