THE INTERIOR DESIGNER'S ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING SYSTEMS AND SAFETY—UPDATED AND EXPANDED

Building Systems for Interior Designers, Third Edition remains the premier technical reference for designers and the recognized preparation guide for the NCIDQ exam. This extensively revised and expanded edition gives designers the necessary background in today's building system designs and equipment to be valuable, contributing members on the building design team.

Award-winning authority Corky Binggeli enables interior designers to communicate effectively with architects, engineers, and contractors about engineering issues and technical building systems ranging from indoor air quality, moisture control, and heating and cooling, to water and waste to lighting, conveyance systems, and fire safety. Equally useful for residential, commercial, and institutional spaces, this convenient guide gives designers the mechanical foundation needed without mathematical depth—to design in harmony with the functional aspects of a structure. Whether you're in practice or academia, this go-to resource gives you a superior advantage with its:

• Brand-new information on sustainable design and energy conservation
• Practical information on electrical systems basics and distribution
• A new and expanded art program, including more than 250 new illustrations of equipment and interior construction

Make informed design decisions with Building Systems for Interior Designers, Third Edition.