Machine generated contents note: Preface to the Sixth Edition1 Making BuildingsLearning to BuildBuildings and the EnvironmentThe Work of the Design ProfessionalThe Work of the Construction ProfessionalTrends in the Delivery of Design and Construction Services2 Foundations and SiteworkFoundation RequirementsEarth MaterialsSustainability of Foundations and the Building SiteEarthwork and ExcavationFoundationsProtecting Foundations from Water, Heat Flow, and Radon GasSiteworkGeotextilesUp-Down ConstructionDesigning FoundationsFoundation Design and the Building Code3 WoodTreesSustainability of WoodLumberWood ProductsA Naturally Grown Building MaterialPlastic