Illustrated Dictionary of Building Design and Construction

With a straightforward A-Z organization, and more photos, drawings, and diagrams than any other illustrated dictionary, this dictionary will be a mainstay on the shelves of anyone involved in the building industry.

The wide range of topics makes it the only single volume reference to cover all aspects of design, construction and related business terminology. Categories include:

• project management
• construction process and management
• design-build
• eco-design and green building
• marketing and presentation

No other illustrated construction dictionary covers design, the coordination between the entire design and project delivery process, and the business aspects of the building industry. In addition, it includes more photos, detailed drawings and diagrams than any other book on the shelf.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ernest Burden is an architect, writer and principal of Burden Associates, a New York-based media and marketing consulting firm. He is the author of many acclaimed books on architecture and preservation, including The Illustrated Dictionary of Architecture (2nd edition), Illustrated Dictionary of Architectural Preservation and Entourage: A Tracing File for Architectural and Interior Design Drawing.

Mr. Burden is a frequent speaker at conventions of the American Institute of Architects, the Restoration and Renovation Conference, Build Boston, and the Society for Marketing Professional Services. He has also conducted workshops on marketing and presentation techniques for chapters of the American Institute of Architects and the Association of General Contractors.