How Long to Read Exterior Building Enclosures

How Long Does it Take to Read Exterior Building Enclosures?

It takes the average reader 10 hours to read Exterior Building Enclosures by Keith Boswell

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

A comprehensive guide to the design and execution of sophisticated exterior building enclosures Focused on the design process for architects and related professionals, this book addresses the design and execution of sophisticated exterior building enclosures for a number of commercial building types and in a variety of building materials. It focuses on the design process by delineating enclosure basics, the participants (owners, architects, engineers, consultants) and their roles and responsibilities through collaboration, and tracking the design process through construction. This comprehensive handbook covers all of the factors that affect the design of a building enclosure, including function, visual aesthetics, performance requirements, and many other criteria. In-depth case studies of projects of various scales, types, and climate conditions illustrate the successful implementation of exterior wall enclosure solutions in brick masonry, stone, architectural concrete, glass, and metals. This unique and indispensable guide: Defines the functions, physical requirements, design principles, and types of exterior building enclosures Identifies the participants in the design and construction process and specifies their roles and responsibilities Presents a step-by-step process for the design of exterior enclosures, from defining goals and developing concepts through creating construction documents Reviews the construction process from bidding and negotiation through the paper phase to the "brick and mortar" stage Provides details on the properties of exterior enclosure materials, including structural considerations, weather protection, fire safety, and more Covers a variety of materials, including brick masonry, natural stone masonry, architectural concrete, metal framing and glass, and all-glass enclosures Written by the technical director of the San Francisco office of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, Exterior Building Enclosures is an indispensable resource for architects, engineers, facade consultants, and green design consultants working on commercial building projects.

How long is Exterior Building Enclosures?

Exterior Building Enclosures by Keith Boswell is 600 pages long, and a total of 150,000 words.

This makes it 202% the length of the average book. It also has 183% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Exterior Building Enclosures Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 13 hours and 39 minutes to read Exterior Building Enclosures aloud.

What Reading Level is Exterior Building Enclosures?

Exterior Building Enclosures is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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