Stairs, Steps and Ramps
Published on 12. February 1996
Book
Hardback
192 pages
978-0-7506-1526-6 (ISBN)
Description
This is a standard reference on the planning and design principles of staircase construction, supported by technical data and case studies of examples from around the world. Stairs are a fundamental and universal feature of buildings. This book is detailed with working drawings and photographs, with construction methods using a variety of materials discussed as well as the influence of new technology on vertical circulation. The guidance on codes and regulations, covering the UK, Europe and North America is included, as well as a historical review and international case studies.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
Approx. 600 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 276 mm
Width: 219 mm
Weight
1187 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7506-1526-6 (9780750615266)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Historical review; Domestic stairs; Commercial stairs; Civic and public stairs; External stairs; Detailed construction: Timber; Detailed construction: Iron, steel and other materials; Concrete stairs; Stonework and composite construction; Composite construction; Design codes and procedures; Elevators and mechanical circulation; Internation case studies in the UK.