UAD For Libraries and Institutions
UAD For Libraries and Institutions
We are delighted that so many universities around the world stock the Understanding Architectural Details books, and provide access for their students. We have a number of options available for educational institutions. Please see below for details. If you have any questions at all about any of the options, please contact us directly at hello@firstinarchitecture.co.uk
The books are not available as digital copies to universities unless a licence or subscription is purchased as described below.
There are currently no other books like Understanding Architectural Details and Understanding Passivhaus. The 2d and 3d images contained in the book give clear examples of standard details, in various forms of construction. The way the details are presented allow students to gain a thorough understanding of the construction.
Physical Copy Books
All of the books can be purchased in paperback versions, from the usual wholesalers and distributors. If you are having any difficulty locating a copy, please contact us.
The books are not available as digital copies to universities unless a licence or subscription is purchased as described below.
Subscriptions for Student Access
Access to the books in PDF format for all students behind a password protected wall (hosted by your own library service).
Annual Fee £1,400
For all UK books.
- UAD Residential
- UAD Commercial
- UAD Basements
- Understanding Passivhaus
- Understanding Loft Conversions
ProQuest / Ebook Central
The books are available on the platform ebook central. Please search the platform for details.
Educator Licences
Many lecturers and tutors would like to use the content of the books as part of their teaching materials. We have a number of options available for educators to use the content.
Option 1
Use the images from the books in the lectures (maximum 10 images) but don’t share any slides or images directly with the students. No digital files (CAD, SketchUp and PDF) are permitted to be shared with the students.
No additional charge.
Option 2
An annual licence to use the book content in the lectures (with no limit on how much content is presented from the book). The licence would permit the use of the book content in the slides and allow the lecture slides to be downloaded by the students. No digital files (CAD, SketchUp and PDF) are permitted to be shared with the students.
£300 per year
Option 3
Have an annual licence to use the book and 2D / 3D content (CAD and SketchUp) in the lectures. The licence would permit the use of the book content in the slides and allow the lecture slides to be downloaded by the students.
No CAD/SketchUp detail files to be shared directly with the students – used for demonstration purposes in the lectures only.
£400 per year
Discount for Students
With license option 2 and 3, we also provide a 25% discount for your students to purchase any of the Understanding Architectural Details digital books/bundles.
About the Books
Understanding Passivhaus
The simple guide to Passivhaus detailing and design. This book looks at the fundamental principles of Passivhaus design, along with some examples of the different construction methods that can be used to achieve the Passivhaus standard. As with all the First In Architecture books, this is packed full of 2d and 3d details.
Understanding Loft Conversions
Understanding Loft Conversions is a simple guide to carrying out a loft conversion. The book explains the main considerations required to carry out a loft conversion, and explores numerous construction methods for achieving conversions of different types.
Understanding Architectural Details – Residential
This book focuses on residential and domestic construction methods, in particular masonry and timber frame. It also looks at functional requirements of the building in relation to building regulations.
Understanding Architectural Details – Commercial
This book concentrates on steel frame and concrete frame construction. These methods are more widely used in commercial construction, and also feature insulated concrete formwork methods, along with portal and long span frames.
Understanding Architectural Details – Basements
This book looks at basement construction – visiting the different types of basement construction and demonstrating the various methods to achieve a waterproof basement.
North American Book
Residential Construction Details – North American
This book looks at domestic construction in North America.
A great addition to your library
If you are looking to order the books from outside the UK, we can arrange a a quotation, please email u to discuss.
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