This is a complete handbook on architecture, building and carpentry. It contains chapters on everything from masonry and plumbing to contracts and architectural drawing, making it of considerable utility to modern students of architecture and related subjects. Contents include: "Architecture", "Carpentry", "Structure", "Drafting", "Still Construction", "Masonry", "Reinforced Concrete","Superintendence", "Contracts", "Specifications", "Estimating", "Building Law", "Mechanical and Architectural Drawing", "Freehand and Perspective Drawing", "Roman and Greek Orders", "Electric Wiring and Lighting", "Heating", "Ventilation", "Plumbing", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete the original text and artwork.