Discover foundational concepts and the latest developments in interior construction documents In the newly revised Fourth Edition of Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors, distinguished interior design professors Rosemary Kilmer and W. Otie Kilmer deliver a comprehensive and practical perspective on the preparation and understanding of construction documents. The authors use a highly visual presentation and offer extensive sample drawings and details, as well as photographs, to show readers the fundamentals of drafting, drawing types, plans, and schedules, and computer-aided design. The Fourth Edition is thoroughly updated, with new sections on contract administration, field measuring tools, safety and security, and smart systems and controls. A companion website offers in-depth ancillary materials like PowerPoint lecture slides, an instructor's manual, activities, test questions, and solutions. New appendices feature examples of interior projects and common symbols for construction drawings. The book also includes: A thorough introduction to drawing communication, equipment, and classification systems, including information about Building Information Modeling and building certification programs for sustainability A discussion of green building certification programs An exploration of the design process, including concept development, hand sketching, design development, preliminary designs, sketches, and presentations Practical discussions of contract documents, including specifications, contracts, and construction drawings, as-built drawings and demolition plans, and floor plans An in-depth examination of structural, mechanical, and plumbing systems Perfect for interior design students and early-career professionals hoping to improve their understanding of project drawing conventions, Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors also belongs on the bookshelves of design students and anyone studying for the NCIDQ exam.

Book Information
ISBN 9781119714347
Author Rosemary Kilmer
Format Paperback
Page Count 512
Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc