The Codes Guidebook for Interiors

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Few guidebooks offer such a comprehensive guide to building codes and interior projects as The Codes Guidebook for Interiors, Fourth Edition. Its wealth of information and easy-to-search format saves research time and effort for any architect or designer, whether you are planning to design a new building or renovate an existing one.

The only guide devoted exclusively to codes applicable to interiors, this award-winning resource provides jargon-free explanations of all the major codes, standards, and federal regulations pertaining to the construction, alteration, and maintenance of commercial and residential interiors of all sizes. The easy-to-navigate format allows you to quickly find specific code topics and their relevance at each stage in the design process. You will find important code information on everything from occupancy classifications and fire protection systems to plumbing requirements and finish/furniture selection. Dozens of examples and an enhanced set of illustrations, including sample floor plans, show clearly how codes apply to actual interior projects.

Revised, updated, and expanded to account for the many recent code changes, the Fourth Edition of this hailed resource provides:

• The latest coverage of the 2006 ICC codes, including the International Building Code.
• Comprehensive explanations of the NFPA codes and standards, including the 2006 Life Safety Code and the 2005 National Electrical Code.
• Introduction to new code concepts based on new and upcoming codes and standards, such as sustainability issues, energy-related issues, and emergency egress.
• Detailed coverage of all related accessibility issues based on the ADA Accessibility Guidelines and the most current ICC/ANSI A117.1 accessibility standard.
• Up-to-date information on working with code officials and documenting projects.
• The newest code tables, design examples, diagrams, and project checklists.
• A thorough review for interior designers and architects taking the NCIDQ and ARE exams.

The Codes Guidebook for Interiors, Fourth Edition is an essential reference for architects, interior designers, and engineers, as well as facilities managers, construction managers, and developers.

Product Reviews

(4 stars) - Good book to help understand IBC code book
This book really helped make some of the tables in the IBC code book more understandable. However, some of the examples in the book lead to more confusion in class than they helped (mostly because the "mistakes" made were likely deliberate, but too little accompanying discussion was given to explain where the mistake was).

(5 stars) - The Codes Guidebook for Interiors
The Codes Guidebook For Interiors is a comprehensive tool for Interior Designers in navigating the myriad of building interior codes and accessibility issues. Helpful illustrations and side notes make this well-written guide a "must-have" resource for Interior Designers.

(2 stars) - TOOK FOREVER TO GET HERE
I ordered this on April 7 and didnt even receieve it until May 7th! thats an entire month later, RIDICULOUS. and I Needed it for a class that i eventually dropped and forgot i even bought the book for.

horrible. the book is good though, its pretty standard for anyone in the industry.

(4 stars) - Great for understanding codes
this book is great for class, and understanding all that codes includes, as it is a hard subject. This book is very clear and has lots of examples as well as diagrams to help understand even further. This is not the most interesting book, but then neither is the subject.

(4 stars) - More information than you'd ever want to know about codes ...
A necessary evil for the responsible interior designer. Overall the book is well written and informative, although the side 'tips' and 'notes' can get a little crazy. Still, I don't believe there's anything else like this out there, so if you need it, get it.

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