The Codes Guidebook for Interiors, 8th Edition

The newly revised 8th Edition of The Codes Guidebook for Interiors delivers a step-by-step review of the codes relevant at each stage of the design process. Easy-to-read and intuitively formatted, the book includes brand new material on the ICC International Green Construction Code and the NFPA’s 2021 Life Code. The latest revisions to the ADA Standards and ICC/ASI accessibility requirements are also discussed at length. 

The new edition addresses several building and project types, including single family homes, historical, and existing buildings. The book includes access to online resources like PowerPoint lecture slides, an Instructor’s Manual, digital checklists, printable flashcards, study questions, and sample forms. The book also includes: 

- A thorough explanation of the latest changes to the 2018 and 2021 codes. 

- An introduction to accessibility, including interior components affected by proper design and specification of materials and components.

- Practical discussions of occupancy classifications and loads, construction types and building sizes, and means of egress In-depth examinations of fire and smoke resistant assemblies, fire protection systems, and plumbing and mechanical requirements.

Perfect for students of interior design, architecture, and facility management, The Codes Guidebook for Interiors is an indispensable handbook for professionals already working in those fields seeking the most authoritative and up-to-date reference on interior codes and standards on the market.