Modern Construction Envelopes is based on the two books by Andrew Watts Modern Construction Roofs and Modern Construction Facades . Both volumes have been gathered into one single volume and unified in terms on content, which permits the consideration of facades and roofs as envelopes. This is of particular interest as to design and its creative freedom.

Accompanying CD-ROM contains ... 'software that enables readers to evaluate their own designs.'--P. [4] of cover.

Product Description: The For Pros By Pros titles are compilations of articles from Fine Homebuilding magazine, selected by the editors of the magazine and organized by subject. New articles from recent issues of the magazine have been added to this edition of Framing Roofs...read more

Product Description: In this essential book Bill Allen imparts his experience gained over many years into the investigation and remedy of the numerous misfortunes which have afflicted buildings here and elsewhere. He provides not only a very substantial new body of reliable back-up for good modern design but also useful material for conservation, and for surveyors who have to evaluate premises or who become specification writers...read more

Product Description: The For Pros By Pros titles are compilations of articles from Fine Homebuilding magazine, selected by the editors of the magazine and organized by subject. New articles from recent issues of the magazine have been added to this edition of Framing Roofs...read more

Provides information on how to plan and build all types of roofs, includes framing a gable roof, hip roof, pagoda roof, and framing a Dutch roof

Describes the single-ply roofing system, and discusses roof design criteria, wind speed, wind-related pressures, concrete block units as ballast, mechanically fastened roof systems, and thermal design considerations

Provides basic information on roof frame assembly, and discusses such topics as selecting materials, calculating lengths and angles, and creating different types of dormers

Explains the markings which appear on the steel square and guides the young carpenter in its widely diverse applications