Construction and Detailing for Interior Design by is a comprehensive educational resource tailored for students of interior design and architecture. It bridges the gap between creative concepts and practical execution by teaching the fundamental principles of sound construction and bespoke detailing. Key Book Information
: Discusses modern, sustainable approaches to detailing, which has been expanded in the second edition. Visual Documentation
Codes, Accessibility, and Safety
Loadbearing vs. non-loadbearing; masonry; stud partitions; soundproofing. Alternatives
By combining "Construction and Detailing for Interior Design" with these additional resources, interior designers and students can gain a deeper understanding of the technical aspects of interior design and create functional and beautiful spaces. Drew Plunkett Construction and Detailing for Interior Design
An exhaustive look at timber, metal, glass, and masonry, exploring not just their look, but their structural properties and how they react to different environments.
Plunkett, Drew. Construction and Detailing for Interior Design . Laurence King Publishing, 2010 (1st ed.) / 2016 (2nd ed.). Wall, floor, and ceiling assemblies: load paths, partition
"Construction and Detailing for Interior Design" by Drew Plunkett is a foundational text bridging creative design with technical fabrication, covering topics from wall construction to specialized materials. The book emphasizes practical application, sustainability, and professional detailing to ensure design intent is accurately realized in built spaces. The second edition of the book is available through the publisher's website at Hachette UK