The Codes Guidebook for Interiors

Interior codes and standards reference of choice for designers and architects, updated with the latest ICC building codes

This Ninth Edition of The Codes Guidebook for Interiors features explanations of the standards, codes, and regulations that are relevant to designers and architects for interior projects. The content is revised and updated in accordance with the latest ICC and NFPA codes including the 2024 International Building Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. The book addresses a range of regulations including building codes, finish standards, performance codes, energy codes, and accessibility standards. Diagrams, figures and floor plans clearly show how codes apply to real-world projects. Emphasis is placed on defining the various terms used in the codes and their application in simple, jargon-free, and easy-to-understand language.

In The Codes Guidebook for Interiors you will find:

Discussion of the range of applicable regulations that designers and architects should know and how they relate to one another
Explanation of a code applications for a wide variety of commercial building and project types with supplementary information that relates to single family homes and historical and existing buildings
Coordination needed between the newest ICC/ANSI accessibility requirements and the ADA Standards is discussed
A companion site that offers study questions, sample forms, interactive checklists, flashcards, PowerPoint lecture slides, and an Instructor’s Manual

With an easy-to-navigate format, The Codes Guidebook for Interiors is an essential single-source guide that helps professionals save hours of research time and can dramatically reduce the potential for costly planning oversights. The book is also valuable for students studying interior design, architecture, and facility management.

Author Biography

Katherine E. Kennon, AIA is a professional architect and principal at The Architect WORKSHOP in Nashville, TN. She has experience in commercial, healthcare, and residential architectural projects. She is also a Professor of Practice at the O’More College of Architecture and Design at Belmont University. She has presented seminars on design, building codes, and accessibility issues in academic, professional and conference settings.