Architectural graphic standards / Keith E. Hedges, editor-in-chief ; authored by the American Institute of Architects ; The Magnum Group, illustrator.

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KEITH E. HEDGES is Associate Professor of architecture at Drury University. His teaching repertoire includes twenty courses for architecture and engineering degree programs, where his design courses and research have been nationally recognized by the AIA. He served on the advisory board for the Architectural Graphic Standards, Eleventh Edition, Student Edition.

Cover ; Title Page ; Copyright ; Contents ; A Note From the Publisher ; A Note From the AIA ; Architects' Tributes to Architectural Graphic Standards ; Introduction ; A Barometer of Change; Reviving the Graphic; Organizing and Managing Building Information; The Future of Architectural Graphics; Preface Section 1: Design Principles & Construction Documentation Chapter 1: Functional Planning ; Human Factors ; Anthropometrics and Ergonomics ; Human Behavior ; Anthropometric Data ; Universal and Accessible Design ; Universal Design ; Accessible Design ; Technical Criteria Public Restrooms Chapter 2: Environment ; Environmental Factors ; Solar Radiation and Building Orientation ; Solar Constant ; Orientation and True North ; Solar Time ; Solar Path and Solar Angle ; Solar Angles ; Solar Path Diagrams ; Solar Position and Heat Gain ; Climate Zone Designing for Cold and Underheated Climates Designing for Hot Arid Climates ; Designing for Humid, Overheated Climates ; Thermal Comfort ; Climate Data ; Daylighting ; Daylighting Design ; Acoustics ; Designing for Sound ; Chapter 3: Resilience in Buildings ; Overview Components of Building Resilience The 4Rs ; Asset (Building) Resilience and Community Resilience ; Resilience Management-Based Building Designs ; Community Resilience ; Hazard-Specific Considerations ; Overview ; Durability ; Long-Term Performance ; Climate Change

Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition condenses key information from the definitive industry reference to provide students with a powerful learning resource. Covering design and documentation for a variety of projects, this book offers extensive visuals backed by expert discussion to prepare students for work in a modern professional practice. This new 12th edition has been significantly updated to provide the latest information on important architectural developments and movements, with detailed coverage of sustainability, economy, technology, and more alongside current building standards and best practices. The companion website features sample curricula, student exercises, and classroom projects to aid the understanding of developing designers, and links to additional resources include professional associations, manufacturers' websites, and architectural articles to help students stay up-to-date as the field continues to evolve.

Architectural Graphic Standards is the gold-standard reference for practicing architects, engineers, and builders; this Student Edition introduces key elements in a way that's relevant to the budding designer, along with ancillary materials that facilitate internalization.

Delve into the design and documentation process for building materials and elements, as used in today's real-world practice
Discover the latest advances in sustainability, digital fabrication, building information modeling, and more
Learn the building standards and best practices for a wide variety of architectural details
Examine thousands of illustrations, richly detailed graphics, PowerPoint slides, and links to additional resources

Simply "knowing" graphic and documentation standards is not enough; future architects and engineers must develop an instinctual understanding and reflexive use of much of this material. Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition provides the depth and breadth of coverage they need, and the expert guidance that will help them succeed.