CSI SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PRACTICAL GUIDE, THE

The must-have reference on standards and best practices in sustainable design and construction.The CSI Practice Guides are a library of comprehensive references specifically and carefully designed for the construction professional. Each book examines important concepts and best practices integral to a particular aspect of the construction process. The CSI Sustainable Design and Construction Practice Guide compiles information and best practices for those who participate in some aspect of the design and construction of sustainable facilities. In this volume, guidelines on sustainable design standards and rating systems, along with detailed information on how to evaluate sustainable products and systems, and the roles and responsibilities of team members are meshed with best practices for proper documentation. This easy-to-follow guide: Features an overview of the life cycle of a building, from design to facility management Provides best practices for project delivery methods relating to the design and construction of sustainable facilities Includes access to a password-protected website with bonus content, including a PDF of the printed book and copies of CSI format documents, such as UniFormat and SectionFormat/PageFormat An authoritative resource on the latest standards in sustainable design and construction, The CSI Sustainable Design and Construction Practice Guide is the ideal reference for professionals who want to stay up to date on current best practices.