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BUILDING SYSTEMS FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS Make design decisions informed by technical and structural knowledge with this essential guide Professional interior design demands more than simply an understanding of aesthetic and artistic considerations; it also requires a detailed understanding of building systems and their interactions. Design decisions must account for mechanical and electrical equipment, building components, and structural elements, all of which can potentially shape a designer’s work. Building Systems for Interior Designers has long stood as the key to understanding and evaluating these elements, particularly key building systems like HVAC and plumbing, and their impacts on interior design. This Fourth Edition is fully updated to fit the needs of the CIDA certified interior design program and the NCIDQ exam. The fourth edition of Building Systems for Interior Designers also includes: Updated information on sustainable and energy-efficient design Detailed coverage of topics including security concerns, fire safety, and designing secure spaces Classroom supplements including sample construction documents, chapter specific discussion questions, and more Building Systems for Interior Designers is ideal for students in interior design courses and new professionals studying for NCIDQ exams.

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Author:   Corky Binggeli (Corky Binggeli Interior Design, Arlington, MA; Wentworth Institute of Technology; Boston Architectural College, Boston, MA) ,  Taylor Lucas (University of Massachusetts; Endicott College, MA)
Publisher:   John Wiley & Sons Inc
Imprint:   John Wiley & Sons Inc
Edition:   4th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 22.40cm , Height: 3.30cm , Length: 28.20cm
Weight:   1.905kg
ISBN:  

9781119985075

ISBN 10:   1119985072
Pages:   624
Publication Date:   27 May 2024
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgments xxiii About the Companion Website xxiv Part I The Environment, Sustainability, and Health and Safety Codes and Regulations 2 2021 ICC Codes that Pertain to the Building Site and Sustainable Design 2 Sustainable Strategies 3 NCIDQ References 4 Chapter 1 Environmental Conditions and the Site 7 Introduction 8 Climate Change 8 Energy Sources 10 Building Site Conditions 19 Chapter Review 28 Chapter 2 Designing for the Environment 29 Introduction 29 Energy-Efficient Design 29 The Design Process 32 Sustainable Design 35 Chapter Review 41 Chapter 3 Designing for Human Health and Safety 42 Introduction 42 Human Body and the Built Environment 43 Hazardous Materials 49 Building Codes and Standards 51 Chapter Review 55 Part II Building Components Codes and Regulations 58 2021 ICC Codes that Pertain to the Building Envelope and Interior Structural Systems 58 Sustainable Strategies 59 NCIDQ References 60 Chapter 4 Building Forms, Structures, and Elements 63 Introduction 63 Building Envelope 63 Heat Flow and the Building Envelope 70 Insulation Materials 75 Building Form 80 Building Loads 83 Grid Frameworks 92 Service Cores 92 Structural Types 94 Cast- In- Place Concrete 99 Mixed Structural Types 102 Chapter Review 103 Chapter 5 Floor/Ceiling Assemblies, Walls, and Stairs 105 Introduction 105 Horizontal Structural Units 105 Wall Systems 111 Stairs and Ramps 113 Chapter Review 123 Chapter 6 Windows and Doors 124 Introduction 124 Windows 125 Thermal Transmission 134 Doors 142 Chapter Review 151 Part III Acoustics Codes and Regulations 154 2021 ICC Codes that Pertain to Acoustic Systems 154 Sustainable Strategies 155 NCIDQ References 155 Chapter 7 Acoustic Design Principles 157 Introduction 157 Sound Basics 157 Hearing 159 Sound Sources 162 Annoyance 163 Sound Paths 164 Natural Sound Reinforcement 166 Absorbed Sound 168 Absorption 168 Absorption Coefficient 169 Chapter Review 170 Chapter 8 Architectural Acoustics 171 Introduction 171 History 171 Acoustic Codes and Standards 172 Acoustic Design 172 Room Acoustics 173 Building Noise Control 174 Sound Transmission 176 Sound Absorption 181 Reverberation 185 Sound Isolation 186 Floor/Ceiling Assemblies 187 Special Acoustic Devices 188 Sound Transmission Between Spaces 188 Impact Noise 193 Materials and Acoustics 193 Acoustic Products 194 Acoustic Applications 201 Offices 202 Music Performance Spaces 205 Auditoriums 206 Lecture Rooms 206 Schools 206 Public Toilet Rooms 207 Residential Buildings 207 Residential Acoustic Considerations 208 Electronic Sound Systems 208 Chapter Review 212 Part IV Water and Waste Systems Codes and Regulations 214 2021 ICC Codes that Pertain to Plumbing, Water and Waste Systems 214 Sustainable Strategies 215 NCIDQ References 216 Chapter 9 Water Supply Systems 217 Introduction 217 Water Sources and Use 218 Water Distribution 225 Gas Supply and Distribution 242 Chapter Review 243 Chapter 10 Waste and Reuse Systems 244 Introduction 244 Sanitary Waste Systems 246 Residential Waste Piping 252 Large-Building Waste Piping 252 Treating and Recycling Wastewater 253 Septic Systems 255 Solid Waste Systems 257 Chapter Review 260 Chapter 11 Fixtures and Appliances 262 Introduction 262 Bathroom Fixtures 265 Residential Bathroom Design 286 Residential Bathroom Types 287 Designing Public Toilet Rooms 287 Appliances and Equipment 289 Residential Kitchens 289 Laundry Areas 294 Compressed Air 295 Chapter Review 296 Part V Heating, Cooling, and Ventilation Systems Codes and Regulations 298 2021 ICC Codes that Pertain to Heating, Cooling, and Ventilation Systems 298 Sustainable Strategies 299 NCIDQ References 300 Chapter 12 Principles of Thermal Comfort 301 Introduction 301 Thermal Comfort 302 Thermal Properties of Materials 305 Metabolism 306 Individual Differences 307 Thermal Conductivity 308 Sensible Heat and Latent Heat 314 Mechanical Engineering Design Process 319 Chapter Review 323 Chapter 13 Indoor Air Quality, Ventilation, and Moisture Control 324 Introduction 324 Indoor Air Quality 325 Controls for Indoor Air Quality 332 Infiltration and Ventilation 332 Mechanical Ventilation 338 Residential Ventilation Systems 339 Reducing Energy Consumption 341 Fans 341 Demand-controlled Ventilation 345 Humidity and Moisture Control 346 Chapter Review 351 Chapter 14 Heating and Cooling 352 Introduction 352 Mechanical Heating Systems 358 Cooling Systems 375 Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Systems 384 Building Commissioning 389 Chapter Review 390 Part VI Electrical and Lighting Systems Codes and Regulations 392 2021 ICC Codes that Pertain to Electrical and Lighting Systems 392 Sustainable Strategies 393 NCIDQ References 394 Chapter 15 Electrical System Basics 397 Introduction 397 Principles of Electricity 400 Electrical Power Sources 404 Electricity and Safety 409 Chapter Review 416 Chapter 16 Electrical Distribution 417 Introduction 417 Electrical Service Equipment 418 Interior Distribution 422 Wireless Systems 430 Electrical Design for Residences 431 Wiring Devices 432 Electrical Loads 440 Chapter Review 448 Chapter 17 Lighting Systems 449 Introduction 449 Light and Vision 455 Daylighting 464 Electric Lighting 469 Electric Light Sources 471 Luminaires 480 Lighting Design Applications 489 Chapter Review 491 Part VII Fire Safety, Conveyance, Security, and Communications Codes and Regulations 494 2021 ICC Codes that Pertain to Fire Safety, Conveyance, Security, and Communications Systems 494 International Building Codes 494 International Fire Codes 495 International Energy Conservation Code 495 International Green Construction Codes 495 Sustainable Strategies 495 Innovation 495 NCIDQ References 496 Interior Design Fundamentals 496 Interior Design professional 496 Practicum 497 Chapter 18 Fire Safety Design 499 Introduction 499 Basic Principles 500 Fire Safety Codes 503 Means of Egress 505 Protecting the Building 514 Materials and Fire Protection 521 Firefighting 523 Fire Detection 524 Fire Alarm Systems 527 Fire Suppression 530 Chapter Review 537 Chapter 19 Conveyance Systems 538 Introduction 538 Elevators 539 Escalators and Moving Walks 550 Materials Handling 555 Chapter Review 557 Chapter 20 Communications, Security, and Control Equipment 558 Introduction 558 Communication Systems 559 Control and Automation Equipment 566 Chapter Review 568 Part VIII Appendix: Integration of Systems Into Construction Plans S-1.1 Site analysis 570 A-1.1 Floor plan 571 A-2.1 Reflected ceiling plan 572 M-1.1 Mechanical plan 573 A-3.1 Casework detail 574 A-4.1 Electrical plan 575 A-5.1 Restroom enlarged plan 576 A-5.2 Restroom elevations 577 A-6.1 Fire safety diagram 578 Index 579

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Corky Binggeli, ASID was a principal at Corky Binggeli Interior Design, Arlington, MA, and an instructor at Wentworth Institute of Technology and Boston Architectural College, Boston, MA. She was a past president of ASID New England and published widely on interior design. Taylor Lucas, NCIDQ, IIDA, IDEC is an educator at both the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and Endicott College, in Beverly MA. She developed a building systems curriculum for both undergradute and graduate students, for use in the classroom, online and hybrid courses.

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