Osbourn D., Greeno R. Mitchell's Introduction to Building

5 edition. — London; New York: Routledge, 2014. — 749 p. — ISBN 0273738046.Introduction to Building provides a comprehensive introduction to various aspects of development and associated building procedures, from initial planning and design through procurement of building work, contractual arrangements and construction techniques.Now in its Fifth Edition, this popular text continues to present an authoritative overview of the many design and practical considerations associated with the creation and maintenance of modern buildings, including repair of existing buildings and traditional construction procedures. Topics covered include the functional requirements of a building: appearance, durability, dimensional suitability, strength and stability, weather exclusion, sound control, thermal comfort, fire protection, lighting and ventilating, sanitation and drainage, security, cost, sustainability, building processes, the building team, communication and construction methods.Introduction

An analysis of a building in terms of what it is expected to do: its function and performance
The requirements of a building
Appearance
Durability
Dimensional suitability
Strength and stability
Weather exclusion
Sound control
Thermal comfort and efficiency
Fire protection
Lighting and ventilation
Sanitation and drainage
Security
Cost
SustainabilityAn analysis of a building in terms of the processes required, the Building Team which implements them, and the methods used in communicating information
Building processes
The Building Team
Communication
Construction method