Roofing and drainage. AJ Specification 01.2011
AJ Specification
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Building Supplement
Series
AJ Specification
Abstract
Provides an overview looking at roofing and drainage design and specification, with a survey of relevant legislation, guidelines and standards. Also discusses useful products, covering a range of roofing type and provides suggestions for a roof design checklist. This article then goes on to look at three projects: Langley Green Children's Centre (Re-Format Architects), BFI Master Film Store (Edward Cullinan Architects), Auden Place Nursery (Square Feet Architects). Includes a Product Matrix section focussing on aluminium coping products and a costs section relating to roofing.
Author
Mara, F.
Subjects
- Roofs
- Building structure
- Building services
- Waste disposal/drainage
Publisher History
First produced in 1895, the Architects' Journal features comprehensive building studies, and in-depth technical articles.
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