Includes bibliographical references and index.

Ch. 1. Interiors projects : Introduction to commercial interiors projects ; A brief history ; Base building and tenant improvements ; Measuring commercial office space ; Laws that affect the contracts for interiors projects ; Contract law and commercial law ; Custom and standard contract document forms ; Specifications -- Ch. 2. Regulations, codes, and standards : Federal regulations ; Standards ; Flammability standards ; Flammability standards for floor coverings ; Flammability standards for wall finishes ; Flammability standards for wall and ceiling or floor and ceiling assemblies ; Flammability standards for door assemblies ; Flammability standards for furniture ; Flammability standards for furnishings ; Accessibility regulations -- Ch. 3. Building systems and performance : Structural systems ; Heating and cooling systems ; The thermal performance of buildings ; Moisture considerations in a building ; Acoustic performance of a building -- Ch. 4. Materials : Sustainable design ; Metals ; Wood ; Plastics ; Glass ; Textiles and leather -- Ch. 5. Construction materials : Wall finishes ; Ceiling finishes ; Floor finishes ; Doors and door hardware -- Ch. 6. Furniture and furnishings : Casework ; File cabinets ; Systems furniture ; Window treatments ; Shading from solar heat gain -- App. A. AIA Document B171 ID : Standard form of agreement between owner and architect for architectural interior design services -- App. B. AIA Document A275 ID : General conditions of the contract for furniture, furnishings and equipment -- App. C. AIA Document A175 ID : Standard form of agreement between owner and vendor for furniture, furnishings and equipment -- App. D. Uniform Commercial Code, Article 2 (abridged).

"Based on the International Building Code (IBC), this updated and expanded edition of the industry standard covers today's diverse materials, regulations and requirements, specification formats, and more." "Just as detailed as the specifications it explains, this comprehensive Second Edition provides all the critical information necessary for completing contract documents, all organized in a quick reference format. It covers leases and work letters, contracts, applicable laws, regulations, codes, and standards. It spans design specifications for all types of facilities, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, general office, and residential."--BOOK JACKET.

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