Specifiers Handbook for Inclusive Design (SHID): Glass In Buildings

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CAE and Ann Alderson

Format: Book
Pages: 58
Publisher: RIBA Publishing
Date Published: Oct 2006
Stock Code: 59231
ISBN: 9781859462546
Binding: Paperback

Description

TheSpecifiers Handbooks for Inclusive Design series has been prepared to assist designers, specifiers, building owners and occupiers, building managers and facilities managers to understand key design aspects and characteristics of specific architectural elements. It combines technical guidance with informative case studies, aiming to facilitate a practical understanding of the element in focus. The information will assist people responsible for the selection and specification of each architectural element to make decisions which will lead to the procurement of the most suitable products. The information will also assist people who are responsible for ongoing maintenance to understand the importance of regular checks and the implications for disabled and other people if equipment is taken out of action for any reason.

Glass In Buildingsis afully illustrated, up-to-date handbook covering the inclusive design criteria for the different uses of glass in buildings. It offers practical guidance to help designers, specifiers and facilities managers to understand the different types of glass available, related legislation, building regulations and standards, as well as operation and maintenance issues. The design guidance is supported by case study examples that illustrate how different inclusive design issues are resolved in a range of situations.