Bauentwurfslehre

Clear functional diagrams and typologies for all types of buildings and structures, as well as dimensions and measurements for rooms, facilities, and equipment, can be reliably referenced in "Neufert," providing planners with a quick overview and a secure entry point into all design topics.

In the 44th edition, the focus returns to the human being as the measure and goal of design. The demand for sustainable, socially considerate, and well-proportioned architecture should not be overlooked alongside the functionality and economic viability of buildings and the built environment. Thus, in the graphical representation of human protagonists, an old criticism regarding gender-specific societal assignments is addressed.

Topics such as "healing architecture" in the chapter on hospital buildings are newly included, as well as a newly illuminated building typology for protective spaces. Sustainable planning in existing structures also means structuring planning processes differently than in new construction projects, requiring a corresponding understanding from both planners and clients, which is also addressed in the 44th edition.

The renovation of existing structures also impacts the restructuring of street space to facilitate the mobility transition. This, along with a deeper exploration of the topic "green architecture," are additional focal points of the 44th edition.

Additionally, there are numerous supplements and updates in all chapters resulting from changes in standards, guidelines, and laws.