This concise student edition of the most widely used dictionary for construction and design professionals offers clear explanations of essential construction-related terms and concepts. Illustrated throughout with explanatory drawings and photographs, it is an indispensable reference for beginning and advanced students in construction, architecture, design, facility management, real estate, and other related fields. Features include: Easy-to-understand definitions of nearly 10,000 terms, phrases, and abbreviations from every area of construction More than 1,400 drawings and photographs that help clarify concepts Up-to-date coverage of new industry trends, including building automation, energy conservation, green building, historic preservation, and more An extensive reference section with plan symbols, conversions and equivalents, and more

Recognized in the industry as the best resource of its kind, this second edition has been further enhanced with updates to existing terms and the addition of hundreds of new terms and illustrations. Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary provides clear, authoritative definitions covering all the major construction specialties. With the latest in construction methods, materials, and equipment, this edition includes new terminology used in construction.--Amazon.

The new, updated fourth edition of RSMeans' popular construction dictionary features over 20,000 terms, phrases and abbreviations, as well as over 1,400 illustrations. Your reliable source for: Comprehensive coverage of the construction trades, practices, and equipment Easy-to-understand, illustrated definitions of building materials and methods Updated and expanded coverage of new trends in the industry such as building automation, green building, energy conservation and more Regional terminology and slang expressions Extensive reference section with plan symbols, contact listings for professional organizations, conversions and equivalents, and more A free CD-ROM is included that lets you browse and search the complete print version of the dictionary, with additional expanded information and graphics. As a desk or field reference, RSMeans Illustrated Construction Dictionary is invaluable for architects, contractors, and facility owners and managers, as well as insurance and real estate professionals, attorneys, and anyone else who needs to understand construction terminology. RSMeans is the leading provider of cost and reference information on facility design, construction, and management in North America.

CD-ROM contains: Complete dictionary (browse or search by keyword) -- Expanded definitions -- Large-scale graphics -- Internet links.

Recognized in the industry as the best resource of its kind, this second edition has been further enhanced with updates to existing terms and the addition of hundreds of new terms and illustrations. Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary provides clear, authoritative definitions covering all the major construction specialties. With the latest in construction methods, materials, and equipment, this edition includes new terminology used in construction specialties, such as: Green or sustainable building Historic preservation and building re-use Technologies for cleanup of building site contaminants with expanded terms and illustration for wood framing, real estate and appraisal, and interior design and construction projects. The best portable dictionary for office or field use – an essential tool for contractors, architects, insurance and real estate personnel, facility managers, homeowners, and anyone who needs quick, clear definitions for construction terms. Now with a quick-reference Spanish section that included key terms in English with Spanish translations. Tools and equipment, materials, tasks, and more!