{"product_id":"the-codes-guidebook-for-interiors-hardback-9781394281145","title":"The Codes Guidebook for Interiors (Hardback) 9781394281145","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eThe Codes Guidebook for Interiors\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eKatherine E. Kennon (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394281145, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 5 March 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e624 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.6 x 18.8 x 3 cm, 1.089 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInterior codes and standards reference of choice for designers and architects, updated with the latest ICC building codes\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ninth Edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Codes Guidebook for Interiors\u003c\/i\u003e features explanations of the standards, codes, and regulations that are relevant to designers and architects for interior projects. The content is revised and updated in accordance with the latest ICC and NFPA codes including the 2024 International Building Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. The book addresses a range of regulations including building codes, finish standards, performance codes, energy codes, and accessibility standards. Diagrams, figures and floor plans clearly show how codes apply to real-world projects. Definitions explain terms used in the codes and their application in simple, jargon-free, and easy-to-understand language. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Codes Guidebook for Interiors\u003c\/i\u003e includes: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscussion of the range of applicable regulations that designers and architects should know and how they relate to one another\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplanation of code applications for a wide variety of commercial building and project types with supplementary information that relates to single family homes and historical and existing buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance for coordinating between the newest ICC\/ANSI accessibility requirements and the ADA standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA companion site that offers study questions, sample forms, interactive checklists, flashcards, PowerPoint lecture slides, and an Instructor’s Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith an easy-to-navigate format, \u003ci\u003eThe Codes Guidebook for Interiors\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential single-source guide that helps professionals save hours of research time and can dramatically reduce the potential for costly planning oversights. The book is also valuable for students studying interior design, architecture, and facility management.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eInset Index xii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xiv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xviii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Use This Book xx\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbbreviations xxix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Companion Website xxxi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: About the Codes 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Brief History 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCode Publications 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFederal Regulations 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStandards Organizations 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecial Use Codes 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Codes 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Accessibility 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Brief History 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCodes and Standards 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFederal Regulations 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLevel of Accessibility 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccessible Basics 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnforcement and Responsibility 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Codes 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Occupancy Classifications And Loads 65\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Occupancy Classifications 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDescription of Occupancies 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Occupancy Considerations 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMore Than One Occupancy Type 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccessibility Requirements 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining Occupant Loads 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Occupant Load 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Codes 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Construction Types And Building Sizes 121\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Construction Types 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Construction Types 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSustainability Considerations 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Building Height and Area 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Codes 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Means of Egress 147\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeans of Egress System 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExit Accesses 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExits 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAreas of Refuge 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExit Discharges 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeans of Egress Capacity 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArrangement of Exits 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSignage 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmergency Lighting and Communication 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Codes 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Fire and Smoke Resistant Assemblies 223\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePassive Systems 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActive Systems 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExiting Systems 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompartmentation in a Building 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFire Walls 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFire Barriers, Horizontal Assemblies, and Fire Partitions 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmoke Barriers and Smoke Partitions 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening Protectives 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrough- Penetration Protectives 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Ratings 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Rated Materials and Assemblies 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSustainability Considerations 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Codes 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Fire Protection Systems 279\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetection Systems 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlarm Systems 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExtinguishing Systems 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSustainability Considerations 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Codes 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements 313\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNumber of Plumbing Fixtures 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlumbing Fixture Requirements 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToilet and Bathing Facilities 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlumbing Sustainability Considerations 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMechanical Requirements 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMechanical Sustainability Considerations 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes 362\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 368\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Electrical and Communication Requirements 369\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrical Components and Devices 370\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrounding and Circuit Interrupters 384\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLight Fixtures 388\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequired Electrical Systems 392\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrical Sustainability Considerations 395\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunication Components and Devices 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Communication Systems 408\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunication Sustainability Considerations 415\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Electrical Codes 416\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Communication Codes 418\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 419\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Finish and Furniture 421\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Finishes and Furnishings 422\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStandards and Testing 425\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining Finish Requirements 448\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eObtaining Test Results 456\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccessibility Requirements 462\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcoustical Partitions and Materials 469\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecorative Materials 472\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSignage 474\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Code Restrictions 476\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSustainability Considerations 479\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearch: Using the Codes 485\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocumentation 488\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Code Officials and The Code Process 491\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuthority Having Jurisdiction 492\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCode Review and Enforcement 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