Summary

An updated reference source providing easy access to the design, building, financing and management of multi-family housing. Dissects housing into its various components: architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, behavioral and financial. Synthesizes all factors through the design methodology of high, low, and midrise prototypes. Includes important coverage of housing for the elderly and the handicapped; energy conservation; pre-cast and pre-stressed techniques and context sensitivity. Features 87 outstanding projects illustrated with photos, plans, site plans and cost data; extensive bibliography and over 600 illustrations.