Protection Against Water
Whether thrust against and into a building by a flood, driven into…
Protection Against Earthquakes
Buildings should be designed to withstand minor earthquakes without damage, because they…
Wind Protection
For practical design, wind and earthquakes may be treated as horizontal, or…
Protection Against Hazards
A hazard poses the threat that an unwanted event, possibly a catastrophe,…
Professional Ethics
The American Institute of Architects has formulated the following basic principles for…
Role Of Architect Or Engineer During Construction
After award of the construction contract, the architect or engineer generally continues…
Quality Control for Architects And Engineers
To maintain a consistently high level of quality in design and construction…
Technical Specifications
Specifications for a building project are written descriptions, and the drawings are…
The Interior Environment
Architects have long been leaders in building design that is sensitive to…
Codes and Regulations
Various statutory codes, regulations, statutes, laws, and guidelines affect design and construction…


