A Manual of Construction Documentation [Paperback]

Glenn E. Wiggins (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0823030024 | ISBN-13: 978-0823030026 | Publication Date: February 1, 1989 | Edition: 1st

From information on standard utility graphics through specifics on schedules and sequencing, this book covers every aspect of the working drawings and schedules that comprise a standard set of construction documents:





• Site Plans

• Floor Plans

• Roof Plans

• Reflected Ceiling Plans

• Exterior Elevations

• Building Sections

• Wall Sections

• Vertical Transportation Systems

• Enlarged Plans and Interior Elements

• Schedules Details




Step-by-step graphics illustrate the precise sequencing of each drawing, presenting a system that can be used, with some modification, on virtually any type or size of commercial building.



An invaluable teaching tool and reference.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Watson-Guptill; 1st edition (February 1, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0823030024
• ISBN-13: 978-0823030026
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 0.6 x 8.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #176,049 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, But Not for Residential Projects or Beginners, April 11, 2001

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Keith (San Rafael, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Manual of Construction Documentation (Paperback)

I was looking for an introductory book to explain how to prepare construction drawings, and the title seemed like it might do the job. However, this book is ENTIRELY dedicated to commercial buildings and the target seems to be intermediate users. There is very little useful information for residential Projects or Beginners.

The book was done well however, and I wish the author would make a similar book for residential work and revise the title or taglines these books.

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Included in my course syllabus, August 27, 2001

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kent hikida (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Manual of Construction Documentation (Paperback)

I have been teaching construction documents to interior designers at Parsons School of Design for the past three years. The Wiggins Book is one of the two prime texts included in my course bibliography. The sheet by sheet instruction are very clear and show the process of putting together a set of drawings. I don't always follow the same standards as Wiggins, but it's the best that's out there. As previously commented, not recommended for residential or specialty interiors projects. Very good reference for general commercial construction documents.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This resource is a "must" for any beginner, February 20, 2006

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S. Romer - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Manual of Construction Documentation (Paperback)

It's one thing to tell someone what needs to be on a working drawing, but it's another thing to show them how to put one together. This book does just that. It describes a step-by-step procedure for developing a working drawing. While it's focus is on drawings for building construction, it can easily be adapted to parts fabrication as well. The clarity and simplicity of the presentation make this book a "must read" for anyone just entering the consulting design industry. It is also extremely low priced. I will say that the drawings are not completely cross-referenced and notated, as would be necessary for a complete set of documents. Still, the drawing examples do present clear set of procedures for preparing working drawings which everyone in the business should master. I highly recommend this book.