Simplified Site Design

James Ambrose (Author), Peter Brandow (Author)

9780471530299, Wiley

Hardback, published 21 April 1992

216 pages
26.4 x 18.2 x 1.3 cm, 0.502 kg

Examines the general problems of designing and constructing sites for buildings. Coverage includes: site construction and planning, placing buildings on sites, landscape planning, drainage, site traffic for vehicles and pedestrians, parking, lighting, handicap facilities and much more.

Aspects of Site Design.

Determination of Site Conditions.

Site Planning.

Building/Site Relations.

Developing the Site Form.

Landscaping.

Site Construction.

Special Concerns for Sites.

Case Studies.

Use of Computers.

References.

Glossary.

Appendices.

Study Aids.

Index.

Subject Areas: Architecture [AM]