A product of extensive feedback from students and instructors, this Second Edition includes hundreds of new illustrations and photographs, new coverage of material sustainability issues, new consideration of residential projects, and a new chapter explaining the integration of building systems and specifications for interior environmental performance.  This landmark text has also been completely revised to reflect the creation of the International Building Code (IBC), introduced since the first edition.

A necessity for all serious interior design and architecture students, Specifying Interiors provides an unparalleled explanation of contractual obligations, industry standards and regulatory codes, and material selection criteria, which are needed to successfully evaluate the appearance and performance of finish materials, furniture, and construction for interior projects.   No other book has such complete coverage of specifying interiors, with such an accessible format.