The comprehensive reference on the basics of structural analysis and design, now updated with the latest considerations of building technology Structural design is an essential element of the building process, yet one of the most difficult to learn. While structural engineers do the detailed consulting work for a building project, architects need to know enough structural theory and analysis to design a building. Most texts on structures for architects focus narrowly on the mathematical analysis of isolated structural components, yet Building Structures looks at the general concepts with selected computations to understand the role of the structure as a building subsystem without the complicated mathematics. New to this edition is a complete discussion of the LRFD method of design, supplemented by the ASD method, in addition to: The fundamentals of structural analysis and design for architects A glossary, exercise problems, and a companion website and instructor's manual Material ideally suited for preparing for the ARE exam Profusely illustrated throughout with drawings and photographs, and including new case studies, Building Structures, Third Edition is perfect for nonengineers to understand and visualize structural design.

The comprehensive reference on the basics of structural analysisand design, now updated with the latest considerations of buildingtechnologyStructural design is an essential element of the buildingprocess, yet one of the most difficult to learn. While structuralengineers do the detailed consulting work for a building projectarchitects need to know enough structural theory and analysis todesign a building. Most texts on structures for architects focusnarrowly on the mathematical analysis of isolated structuralcomponents, yet Building Structures looks at the general conceptswith selected computations to understand the role of the structureas a building subsystem--without the complicatedmathematics.New to this edition is a complete discussion of the LRFD methodof design, supplemented by the ASD method, in addition to:* The fundamentals of structural analysis and design forarchitects* A glossary, exercise problems, and a companion website andinstructor's manual* Material ideally suited for preparing for the ARE examProfusely illustrated throughout with drawings and photographsand including new case studies, Building Structures, Third Editionis perfect for nonengineers to understand and visualize structuraldesign.

Preface ixIntroduction xi1. Basic Concepts 11.1 Basic Concerns 11.2 Architectural Considerations 31.3 Structural Functions 121.4 Structural Materials 181.5 Structural Systems 212. Investigation of Structures 392.1 Introduction to Structural Investigation 392.2 Static Forces 412.3 Stresses and Strains 562.4 Special Topics 632.5 Dynamic Behavior 753. Structural Elements 803.1 Beams 803.2 Tension Elements 883.3 Compression Elements 933.4 Trusses 993.5 Rigid Frames 1043.6 Special Structures 1124. Wood Structures 1144.1 General Concerns forWood 1144.2 Wood Products and Systems 1174.3 Design Data for Structural Lumber 1244.4 Wood-Spanning Systems 1264.5 Wood Trusses 1344.6 Wood Columns 1394.7 Fasteners and Connections forWood 1475. Steel Structures 1535.1 General Concerns for Steel 1535.2 Steel Beams, Joists, and Decks 1585.3 Steel Columns 1875.4 Bolted Connections for Steel Structures 1965.5 Steel Trusses 2026. Concrete Structures 2036.1 General Concerns for Concrete 2036.2 Reinforced Concrete Flexural Members 2116.3 Concrete Columns 2386.4 Concrete Foundations 2477. Masonry Structures 2597.1 General Concerns for Masonry 2597.2 StructuralMasonry 2627.3 Masonry with Concrete Units 2677.4 Form and Classification of Compression Elements 2707.5 Brick Masonry 2717.6 Miscellaneous Masonry Construction 2767.7 Adobe Construction 2797.8 Hollow Clay Tile 2798. Building Foundations and Site Structures 2818.1 General Considerations 2818.2 Soil Properties and Foundation Behavior 2838.3 Shallow Bearing Foundations 2938.4 Elements of Foundation Systems 2988.5 Deep Foundations 3048.6 Special Problems and Construction 3089. Lateral-Force Effects 3169.1 General Considerations for Lateral Effects 3169.2 Wind Effects on Buildings 3359.3 Earthquake Effects on Buildings 3419.4 Elements of Lateral Resistive Systems 35010. Building Structures Design Examples 38110.1 General Concerns for Structural Design 38110.2 Building One 39210.3 Building Two 39910.4 Building Three 41010.5 Building Four 41410.6 Building Five 41610.7 Building Six 41810.8 Building Seven 43010.9 Building Eight 45510.10 Building Nine 458Appendix A: Properties of Sections 468Appendix B: Glossary 483Appendix C: Exercise Problems 489Appendix D: Study Aids 504References 519Index 521