The authors are widely recognized as leading authorities in the field and have extensive professional and academic experience. Herein is an outstanding combination of the basic concepts underlying design plus a practical approach to handling a wide variety of realistic design situations. "Features new to this second edition include: " -- A chapter on noise and vibration in mechanical and electrical systems. This will assist the reader in dealing with this problem through design. -- A large number of new problems and applications. -- Incorporation of the latest communication technology as applied to building systems. -- The chapter on lighting design has been enhanced with added architectural considerations. -- Chapters on communications, electrical design, and lighting design have been reorganized to provide smoother flow through the material. -- Many new illustrations to support the presentation.