Architecture Books

Book SynopsisSustainable Preservation takes a nuanced look at the hundreds of choices that adaptive reuse requires architects to makefrom ingenious ways to redeploy existing structural elements to time-honored techniques for natural ventilation to creation of wetlands that restore a site''s natural biological functions. In addition, Sustainable Preservation presents 50 case studies of projectsschools, houses, offices, stores, museums, and government buildingsthat set new standards for holistic approaches to adaptive reuse and sustainability. The author covers design issues, from building location to lighting systems, renewable power options, stormwater handling, and building envelope protection and integrity. The book also reviews operational issues, including materials choices for low lifetime maintenance, green housekeeping, and indoor air quality.Trade ReviewThe book s author has an amazing eye for detail and a passion for historic architecture. This passion leaps of the page. (Quality World, January 2012)Table of ContentsFOREWORD xiRichard Moe ACKNOWLEDGMENTS xiii PART 1: OVERVIEW 1 CHAPTER 1 BUILDINGS AND ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP—UNDERSTANDING THE ISSUES 3 1.1 Climate Change and Buildings—the Imperative 3 1.2 Historically Green—What Makes Existing Buildings Green 7 1.3 Terminology of Evolving Green Design 12 1.4 Rethinking Assumptions—Holistic Design 17 1.5 There Is No Finish—Creating a Culture of Reuse, Repair, and Renewal 18 CASE STUDIES People’s Food Co-op, Portland, OR 21 Harris Center for Conservation Education, Hancock, NH 25 Trinity Church in the City of Boston, Boston, MA 30 U. S. Naval Academy Historic Academic Group, Annapolis, MD 35 Forbes Park, Chelsea, MA 39 CHAPTER 2 BUILDINGS AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT—UNDERSTANDING THE GOALS 43 2.1 Sustainable Development versus Sustainable Design 43 2.2 The Triple Bottom Line—People, Planet, and Profit 44 2.3 The Triple Bottom Line and Historic Preservation 47 2.4 Regional/Community Connectivity 53 2.5 Interwoven History of Sustainability and Historic Preservation 55 CASE STUDIES CCI Center, Pittsburgh, PA 63 Center for Neighborhood Technology, Chicago, IL 66 Philadelphia Forensic Science Center, Philadelphia, PA 71 Brewers Hill (Natty Boh Building), Baltimore, MD 74 Denver Dry Building, Denver, CO 77 CHAPTER 3 TOOLS, GUIDELINES, AND PROCESS—BALANCING THE GOALS 83 3.1 Balancing Objective and Subjective Goals—Integrated Design 83 3.2 Green Tools and Metrics—Urban and Campus 88 3.3 Green Tools and Metrics—Building and Site 90 3.4 Historic Property Designation and Treatment Guidelines 95 3.5 Balancing Systems and Guidelines—Whole Building Design 98 CASE STUDIES Whitaker Street Building, Savannah, GA 103 Alliance Center for Sustainable Colorado, Denver, CO 107 Thoreau Center for Sustainability, San Francisco, CA 111 Gerding Theater (Portland Center Stage), Portland, OR 115 Howard M. Metzenbaum U. S. Courthouse, Cleveland, OH 120 PART II: TARGETED RESOURCE CONSERVATION 125 CHAPTER 4 WATER AND SITE 127 4.1 Water—The Most Precious Commodity 127 4.2 Watersheds, Stormwater, and Site Design 130 4.3 Water and Energy Systems 137 4,4 Water and Mechanical Systems 138 4.5 Water and Sewage Systems 140 4.6 Closing the Circle—Reuse, Management, Education, Delight 141 CASE STUDIES The Welcome and Admission Center at Roger H. Perry Hall, Champlain College, Burlington, VT 145 Chicago Center for Green Technology, Chicago, IL 149 Blackstone Station Office Renovation, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 153 Immaculate Heart of Mary Motherhouse, Monroe, MI 157 Lazarus Building, Columbus, OH 160 CHAPTER 5 ENERGY—NOT THE ONLY, ISSUE BUT . . . 167 5.1 Energy Overview 167 5.2 Less Is More—Avoided Impacts 171 5.3 Reducing and Shifting Electrical Loads 175 5.4 The Building Enclosure 182 5.5 Avoiding Silos 188 CASE STUDIES Cambridge City Hall Annex, Cambridge, MA 190 S.T. Dana Building, U. of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 195 Lion House, Bronx Zoo, Bronx, NY 199 Scowcroft Building, Ogden, UT 205 John W. McCormack Federal Building, Boston, MA 210 CHAPTER 6 INDOOR HEALTH—LIGHT, AIR, AND HEALTH 217 6.1 Indoor Air Pollution 217 6.2 Air Quality and Ventilation 220 6.3 Light and Connections to Nature 222 6.4 Healthy Spaces and Productivity 224 6.5 Renewal and Delight 229 CASE STUDIES AIA Honolulu, Honolulu, HI 231 Boulder Associates Offi ce, Boulder, CO 233 NRDC Southern California Offi ce (Robert Redford Building), CA 236 Alberici Corporate Headquarters, Overland, MO 240 Montgomery Park Business Center, Baltimore, MD 244 CHAPTER 7 MATERIALS AND RESOURCES—REDUCE, REPAIR, REUSE, RECYCLE 251 7.1 Consumption and Waste—A Throwaway Culture 251 7.2 Diverting Waste—Reuse, Recycle, Downcycle 255 7.3 Identifying Better Products 257 7.4 Resource Optimization—Extending Service Life 260 7.5 Changing Priorities Ahead—Respecting both Past and Future 262 CASE STUDIES Stop Waste, Oakland, CA 264 The Barn at Fallingwater, Mill Run, PA 268 Pittsburgh Glass Center, Pittsburgh, PA 272 North Dakota State University School of Visual Arts & Architecture, Fargo, ND 277 PART III: OF SPECIAL NOTE 283 CHAPTER 8 BEST PRACTICES—OPERATIONS, MAINTENANCE, AND CHANGE 285 8.1 Opportunities—Essential and Immediate 285 8.2 Implementation Tools 288 8.3 Housekeeping—Continual Improvement 291 8.4 O & M—the User Impact 295 8.5 Best Practice—Facilitating Change 297 CASE STUDIES St. Stephen’s Episcopal K-8 School, Harrisburg, PA 301 Candler Library Renovation, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 305 Jean Vollum Natural Capital Center, Portland, OR 309 Eastern Village Cohousing Condominiums, Silver Spring, MD 314 Felician Sisters Convent and School, Coraopolis, PA 318 CHAPTER 9 HOUSES 323 9.1 Houses—The Impact of Our Choices 323 9.2 Energy Conservation, Envelope, and Alternative Energy 325 9.3 Holistic Water Conservation 328 9.4 Materials—Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair, and Renew 333 9.5 Changing Behavior and Options—Living Sustainably 335 CASE STUDIES Hanvey House, North Vancouver, BC 336 Solar Umbrella House, Venice, CA 339 Capitol Hill House, Seattle, WA 345 Adeline Street Urban Salvage Project, Berkeley, CA 348 Chicago Bungalows, Chicago, IL 352 CHAPTER 10 THE RECENT PAST 357 10.1 The Recent Past—Modern Architecture, Boomer Buildings 357 10.2 Preservation Challenges 360 10.3 Environmental Dilemmas 361 10.4 Strategies for Renewal 362 10.5 Lessons Learned 367 CASE STUDIES Karges-Faulconbridge Offi ce Building, Roseville, MN 368 Crown Hall, Chicago, IL 371 North Boulder Recreation Center, Boulder, CO 375 California College of the Arts, San Francisco, CA 378 Vancouver Island Technology Park, Victoria, BC 381 INDEX 387

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Book SynopsisEssential information for the design of elementary and secondary schools Building Type Basics for Elementary and Secondary Schools, Second Edition is your one-stop reference for the essential information you need to confidently begin the design process and successfully complete the design for elementary and secondary schools, large or small, on time and within budget. Bradford Perkins shares his firsthand knowledge in order to guide architects, planners, engineers, and their clients through all aspects of the design of school facilities. This new edition is up-to-date with the latest developments in school design with a fresh look at technology''s influence in the classroom, along with current research that shows how school buildings can impact teaching and learning. Highly illustrated and filled with new school case studies with project photographs, diagrams, floor plans, sections, and details, this book combines in-depth coverage of the structural, mechanicalTable of ContentsPreface (John Czarnecki). Acknowledgments. 1. Predesign. Introduction. The Learning Process. School Programming and Planning Guidelines. Early Childhood and Kindergarten. Elementary Schools. Middle Schools and High Schools. Special Schools. Future School Facility Spaces. 2. Circulation. Design Concepts. Building Configurations. 3. Design Concerns and Process. The Planning, Design, and Implementation Process. Common Problems and Cautions. Trends in School Planning and Design. Unique Design Concerns. 4. Site Planning. Urban Site Selection. Suburban Site Selection. Site Size. Site Circulation. Site Programming. Elementary School Play Areas. Security and Safety Concepts in Site and Building Design. Sustainable Site Design. 5. Codes. Life Safety. Space Standards. Appropriate Building Systems and Construction Practices. Public Policy. Fiscal and Anticorruption Controls. Land-Use Policy. Conclusion. 6. Sustainable Design Issues. Sustainable Sites. Water Efficiency. Energy Conservation. Building Envelope. Materials and Resources. Caveats. 7. Structural Systems. Building Life. Fire Safety. Seismic Considerations. Flexibility. Cost. Aesthetics. Long-Span Spaces. Prefabricated and Preengineered Structures. Foundations. Special Issues. 8. Mechanical Systems. General. Preschools and Kindergartens. Elementary Schools. Middle and Secondary Schools. 9. Electrical/Communications Systems. Reference Standards. Impact of Technology. Power Source. Emergency Power. Lighting Systems. Fire Safety. Communications. Space Requirements: Rules of Thumb. 10. Technology and Special Equipment. Technology’s Impact on Learning Space Design. 11. Materials. Introduction. Common Material Selections for Primary Spaces. Durability and Maintenance. Codes. Regional Issues. Environmental Considerations. Considerations in Material Selection for Schools. 12. Acoustic Control. Introduction. Definitions. Acoustical Performance: Materials and Spatial Proportions. Design Guides. Hearing Impairment and ADA Requirements. 13. Lighting Design. Introduction. Light Levels, Light Reflectance Values, and Glare. Electric Lighting Systems. Windows and Daylighting. Design Guides. 14. Interior Issues. Classrooms. General Use Space. Flexibility. Furnishings. Technology. Color and Light. Ergonomics. Security. Codes. 15. Wayfinding. 16. Renovation. Introduction. To Build New or to Renovate? 17. International Design Issues and Opportunities. Introduction. International Schools. Planning and Design Issues. 18. Operation and Maintenance. Introduction. New School Construction. Existing School Buildings. 19. Cost Issues. Introduction. Management. Relative Costs. Other Factors that Can Affect Costs. Value Engineering and Life-Cycle Cost Analysis. 20. Financing. Public School Financing. Private School Financing. Appendix A: Sample Space Program for an Elementary School, Grades PK–5. Appendix B: Sample Space Program for a Middle School, Grades 6–8. Appendix C: Sample Space Program for a High School, Grades 9–12. Bibliography and References. Index.

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 1979, Airport Engineering by Ashford and Wright, has become a classic textbook in the education of airport engineers and transportation planners. Over the past twenty years, construction of new airports in the US has waned as construction abroad boomed.Table of ContentsPreface xi 1 The Structure and Organization of Air Transport 1 1.1 The Need for National and International Organizations 1 1.2 The International Civil Aviation Organization 1 1.3 Nongovernmental Organizations 4 1.4 U.S. Governmental Organizations 4 1.5 Aviation Planning and Regulation at State Level 6 1.6 Patterns of Airport Ownership 7 1.7 Revenues and Expenditures at U.S. Airports 9 1.8 Sources of Capital Financing for U.S. Airports 11 1.9 Federal Financing 15 1.10 The U.S. National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems: A Classification of Airports 18 References 20 2 Forecasting Air Transport Demand 21 2.1 Introduction 21 2.2 Components of Air Transport Demand 25 2.3 Conventional Airport Forecast Methods 26 2.4 Integrated Demand Forecast Framework 33 2.5 Multiairport Region Forecast Framework 43 2.6 Air Trip Distribution Models 60 2.7 Modal Choice Models 62 2.8 Generation–Distribution Models 63 2.9 Air Freight Demand Forecasts 66 2.10 General Aviation Forecasts 68 2.11 Route Choice Models 70 References 71 3 Characteristics of Aircraft As They Affect Airports 74 3.1 Relationships between Aircraft and Airports 74 3.2 The Influence of Aircraft Design on Runway Length 76 3.3 Other Airport Layout Factors 94 3.4 Factors Affecting Airport Capacity 97 3.5 Noise 98 3.6 Future Trends in Aircraft Design 101 References 104 4 Airport System Planning 105 4.1 Aviation System Planning 105 4.2 Levels of Planning 106 4.3 Planning Airport Systems under Different States of Industry 106 4.4 Effect of Airline Hubs and Deregulation on U.S. Airport System 110 4.5 Air Transport Planning in the United States 115 4.6 Airport System Planning in Europe 129 4.7 Airport System Plan Analysis 131 4.8 Data Structure for Airport System Planning 145 References 148 5 Airport Master Planning 150 5.1 Airport Master Plan: Definition and Objectives 150 5.2 Hierarchy of Planning 151 5.3 Elements of Airport Master Plan: FAA 151 5.4 ICAO Guidelines for Structure of Master Plan 160 5.5 Airport Layout Design 162 5.6 Data Requirements for Master Planning 163 5.7 Structure of Master Plan Report 167 5.8 Airport Site Selection 177 References 178 6 CNS/ATM 179 6.1 Evolution of the System 179 6.2 U.S. National Airspace System (NAS) 183 6.3 CNS/ATM of the NAS 193 6.4 Next-Generation Systems 230 References 232 7 Airport Capacity 234 7.1 Introduction 234 7.2 Capacity, Level of Service, and Demand Peaking 235 7.3 Airside Capacity 237 7.4 Factors Affecting Airside Capacity and Delay 241 7.5 Determination of Runway Capacity and Delay 245 7.6 Annual Service Volume 256 7.7 Preliminary Capacity Analyses 258 7.8 Calculating Aircraft Delay 260 7.9 Taxiway Capacity 264 7.10 Gate Capacity 264 7.11 Assessing System Capacity–Delay for Airport Development 266 7.12 Airport Landside Capacity 273 References 294 8 Airside Configuration and Geometric Design of the Airside 297 8.1 Introduction 297 8.2 Principles of Airport Layout 298 8.3 Airfield Configuration 298 8.4 Runway Orientation 301 8.5 Obstructions to Airspace: FAA and ICAO Standards 309 8.6 Runway Length 312 8.7 Clearways and Stopways 318 8.8 ICAO Reference Code 319 8.9 FAA Airport Reference Code 321 8.10 Separation of Parallel Runways 322 8.11 Runway and Taxiway Cross Section 323 8.12 Object-Clearing Criteria 330 8.13 Longitudinal-Grade Design for Runways and Stopways 332 8.14 Longitudinal-Grade Design for Taxiways 335 8.15 Taxiway Design 336 8.16 Holding Aprons 340 8.17 Terminal Aprons 340 8.18 Summary 349 References 349 9 Safeguarding the Airport 351 9.1 Airport Safety 351 9.2 Airport Security 359 9.3 Airport Emergency Planning 361 9.4 Planning of Airport Security 367 9.5 Safeguarding the Airspace 373 References 412 10 Passenger Terminal 414 10.1 Function of Airport Passenger Terminal 414 10.2 Terminal User 414 10.3 Facilities Required at Passenger Terminal 415 10.4 Passenger and Baggage Flow 417 10.5 Security Considerations in Passenger Terminal Design and Layout 418 10.6 Terminal Design Concepts 420 10.7 Vertical Distribution of Activities 424 10.8 Passenger Behavior in Terminal 426 10.9 Importance of Passenger Terminal Expenditures 428 10.10 Space Requirements for Individual Facilities 429 10.11 Baggage Handling 438 10.12 Terminals for Low-Cost Carriers 444 10.13 Expandability, Modularity, and Flexibility 444 10.14 Number of Aircraft Gates 447 10.15 Parking Configurations and Apron Layout 452 10.16 Apron Facilities and Requirements 454 References 456 11 Air Cargo Facilities 457 11.1 Importance of Air Cargo 457 11.2 Functions of Cargo Terminal 457 11.3 Factors Affecting Size and Form of Cargo Terminal 458 11.4 Flow through Airport Cargo Terminal 462 11.5 Pallets, Containers, Igloos, and Other Unitized Systems 465 11.6 Freight-Carrying Aircraft 469 11.7 Documentation and Control 469 11.8 Apron Cargo Handling 471 11.9 Elements to Be Considered in Design of Air Freight Terminals 472 11.10 Example of Design of Middle-Technology Freight Terminal 474 11.11 Design of Highly Mechanized Cargo Terminal with Container Stacks and ETV 479 11.12 Mail and Express Parcels Facilities 485 11.13 Conclusion 486 References 488 12 Airport Drainage and Pavement Design 489 AIRPORT DRAINAGE 489 12.1 Introduction 489 12.2 Estimation of Runoff 490 12.3 Collection and Disposal of Runoff 496 12.4 Subsurface Drainage 504 STRUCTURAL PAVEMENT DESIGN 508 12.5 Introduction 508 12.6 Flexible-Pavement Design Methods (U.S. Practice) 516 12.7 Rigid-Pavement Design Methods (U.S. Practice) 527 12.8 Pavements for Light Aircraft 536 12.9 Aircraft and Pavement Classification Numbers 538 References 541 13 Airport Access 543 13.1 Access Problem 543 13.2 Determining Mix of Access Modes 547 13.3 Available Access Modes 548 13.4 Access Modal Choice Models 557 13.5 Parking Space at Airports 559 13.6 Curbfront Design 562 13.7 Capacity of Access Routes 564 13.8 Layout of Access 564 13.9 Summary 571 References 571 14 Heliports, STOLports, and Vertiports 573 14.1 Introduction 573 14.2 Helicopter Characteristics and Trends 573 14.3 Planning and Design of Heliports 577 14.4 Planning and Design of STOLports 595 14.5 Planning and Design of STOL Facilities 596 14.6 Planning and Design of Vertiports 600 References 601 15 Airport Modeling and Simulation 602 15.1 Introduction 602 15.2 Definitions and Concepts 603 15.3 Airport Simulations 609 15.4 Airfield–Airspace Simulation 610 15.5 Environmental Simulation Models 635 15.6 Airport–Landside Simulation 644 15.7 Airport GIS 653 References 655 16 Airport City 659 16.1 Introduction 659 16.2 Global City 660 16.3 Building Blocks of Airport City 662 16.4 Anatomy of Aerotropolis 666 16.5 Airport Cities of the World 673 16.6 Planning of Airport City and Aerotropolis 700 References 703 17 Environmental Impacts of Airports 704 17.1 Introduction 704 17.2 Environmental Legislation 705 17.3 Airport Environmental Guidance 706 17.4 Environmental Review Process 707 17.5 Air Emissions/Quality 714 17.6 Biodiversity and Natural Resources 720 17.7 Historic, Archaeological, Architectural, and Cultural Resources 721 17.8 Noise and Land Use 721 17.9 Social and Socioeconomic Resources 729 17.10 Waste Management 731 17.11 Water Resources 732 17.12 Sustainable Development 733 References 736 Index 739

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Book SynopsisA much-needed reference to the latest thinking in universal designUniversal Design: Creating Inclusive Environments offers a comprehensive survey of best practices and innovative solutions in universal design. Written by top thinkers at the Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access (IDeA), it demonstrates the difference between universal design and accessibility and identifies its relationship to sustainable design and active living. Hundreds of examples from all areas of design illustrate the practical application of this growing field. Complete, in-depth coverage includes:The evolution of universal design, from its roots in the disability rights movement to present-day trendsHow universal design can address the needs of an aging population without specialization or adaptation to reduce the need for expensive and hard-to-find specialized products and servicesDesign practices for human performance, health and wTrade Review"Universal Design introduces designers to the principles and practice of designing for all people. Covering best practice examples that demonstrate the value of universal design, this new publication is sure to be constantly at the fingertips of all types of designers." (ASID Icon, Summer 2012)Table of ContentsForeword xi Preface xiii Acknowledgements xvii Chapter 1: Barriers and their Social Meaning 1 Design as Evolution 1 Barriers as a Universal Experience 3 Barriers in Intellectual Life 4 Social Functions of Space 8 Socio-spatial Order 12 Origins of Universal Design 15 Summary 24 Review Topics 24 References 24 Chapter 2: Defining Universal Design 27 Introduction 27 Emergence of Universal Design 27 Definition 28 Origins 30 Modernism and the Modernist Style 31 Critiques of Modernist Style 33 Return to Human-Centered Design 34 Summary 42 Review Topics 42 References 42 Chapter 3: The New Demographics 45 Demography for Universal Design 45 Uses of Demography in Design 48 Beneficiaries of Universal Design 49 Demography: Points to Remember 60 Summary 62 Review Topics 63 References 63 Chapter 4: Practicing Universal Design 67 Introduction 67 Universal Design as Innovation 67 Tools for Increasing Adoption 70 Introducing Universal Design to Practice 82 Improving Practice 86 Summary 91 Review Topics 91 References 92 Chapter 5: Design for Human Performance 95 Introduction 95 Anthropometry 96 Biomechanics 103 Perception 108 Cognition 119 Summary 129 Review Topics 132 References 132 Chapter 6: Design For Health and Wellness 137 Introduction 137 What are Health and Wellness? 139 Injury Protection 140 Disease Prevention 142 Low-Resource Settings 147 Mental Health 149 Health Impact Assessments 152 Designing for Health and Wellness Guidelines 152 Summary 153 Review Topics 153 References 153 Chapter 7: Design for Social Participation 159 Introduction 159 Social Construction Theory 160 Interpersonal Interaction 163 Access to Resources 167 Segregation and Clustering 172 Design Participation 177 Summary 181 Review Topics 185 References 185 Chapter 8: Public Accommodations 187 Introduction 187 The Purpose of Accessible Design 188 Universal Design Strategies 197 The Future 213 Summary 214 Review Topics 220 References 220 Chapter 9: Housing 223 Evolution of Accessible Housing Policy 223 Community-Based Rehabilitation and Special-Purpose Housing 236 Neighborhood Context 238 Summary 242 Review Topics 243 References 244 Chapter 10: Home Modifications 245Danise Levine Introduction 245 Target Populations 246 Purpose of Home Modifications 248 Common Needs and Solutions 253 Home Assessments 261 Barriers to Service Delivery 263 Policy 265 Knowledge Needs 268 Summary 269 Review Topics 270 References 271 Chapter 11: Universal Design and the Interior Environment 275Mary Jane Carroll Introduction 275 Wayfinding 276 Acoustics 279 Lighting 282 Color 287 Furnishings 292 Floor Coverings 299 Summary 302 Review Topics 304 References 304 Chapter 12: Product Design 307Heamchand Subryan Introduction 307 Assistive Technology 310 Knowledge Translation Problem 312 Changing Marketplace 316 Smarter Products 321 Case Studies 327 Summary 334 Review Topics 335 References 335 Chapter 13: Public Transportation and Universal Design 339 Introduction 339 Background 339 Access to Public Transportation 340 Components of Public Transportation Systems 342 Progress around the World 362 Summary 363 Review Topics 364 References 365 Index 369

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Book SynopsisThe complete guide to portfolio development for interior designers It''s a widely known fact that interior designers need a strong visual presence in the form of a well-crafted, professional-looking portfolio. Surprisingly, however, many interior designers aren''t equipped with the expertise required to organize and unify their work in a fashion that optimally conveys their talents and skills. Portfolios for Interior Designers helps demystify the process by guiding the reader toward mastery in assembling a winning portfolio. It delivers essential step-by-step instruction presented in a manner that shows interior designers how to properly and effectively display their designs. This book also includes: Color and black-and-white illustrations showing portfolio elements and options Graphic design concepts necessary for portfolio development Specific information for the design of digital portfolios Table of ContentsAcknowledgments. Part I:Building Blocks. One:Introduction. Overview of the Job Search. Phase 1: Preparation. Phase 2: Research and Distribution. Research: Types and Sources. Networking. Distribution. Phase 3: The Interview and Offer. The Offer: Salary and Negotiation. Internships, Contract, and Part-Time Positions. Two:Portfolio Development. Telling Your Story, Creating a Personal Narrative. The Portfolio Inventory. Portfolios for Other Reasons: Academics and Awards. Design and Portfolio Organization. Timing and Number of Projects. Design Process Documentation, Construction Documents, and Sample Boards. The Container. Unifying Many Elements. More about Digital Portfolios. Portable Digital Portfolios (CDs and DVDs). Portfolio Web Sites. Preparing Work for the Portfolio. Three:Grap hic Design: An Overview. An Introduction to Typography. Working with Type. Hierarchy. Creating Hierarchy. The Grid. Alignment. Types of Grids. Four:Adobe Creative Suite Software and Portfolio Development. Adobe Illustrator. Illustrator Tools. Adobe Photoshop. Photoshop Tools. Photoshop Palettes/Panels. Working with Photographic Images. Adobe InDesign. Defining a New Document. The InDesign Toolbox. InDesign Palettes/Panels. Exporting. Adobe Dreamweaver. Adobe Acrobat. Five:Resumes and Related Correspondence. The Resume. Resume Design. Resume Organization. Word Choice. Cover Letters and Thank-You Notes. Cover Letters. Thank-You Notes. Part II:Examples. Six:Resumes and Related Correspondence. Seven:In the Ma il and 0n the Web. Eight:Components from Complete Portfolios. APPENDIX ONE:Professional Voices. APPENDIX TWO:Personal Na rrative Exercise. APPENDIX THREE:Portfolio Project Review and Inventory Worksheet. APPENDIX FOUR:The Pamphlet Stitch: Instructions. Index.

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Book SynopsisPart of Wiley's new Graphic Standard Field Guides series, Graphic Standards Field Guide to Hardscape is the reference for the on-the-go professional.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part I— Existing Conditions. 1 Site Survey. Part II— Temporary Construction Installations. 2 Temporary Access Roads and Parking. 3 Temporary Barriers and Enclosures. 4 Temporary Controls. Part III— Demolition and Site Clearing. 5 Demolition. 6 Site Clearing. 7 Construction Layout. Part IV— Earthwork. 8 Earthwork. 9 Earth Moving. Part V— Exterior Improvements. 10 Surfaces and Pavings. 11 Curbs and Gutters. 12 Stairs and Ramps. 13 Fences,Gates, and Screens. 14 Walls. 15 Wood Construction. Index.

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Book SynopsisTake your AutoCAD and 3D drawing skills to the next level! Like all advanced technology, AutoCAD has been constantly evolving. To remain competitive, interior designers must understand and take advantage of the new tools and functionalities of the latest releases. Now you can with CAD for Interiors: Beyond the Basics, an ideal next step from Fiorello''s CAD for Interiors: Basics. Fiorello''s user-friendly, hands-on approach makes learning exciting and effective by: familiarizing you with the new 2D Drafting and Annotation Workspace and the 3D Modeling Workspace, which are key to accessing many AutoCAD functions. walking you step by step through the process of drawing detailed building floor plans, sections, and elevations. introducing you to advanced 2D and basic 3D commands. covering presentation and advanced plotting features for sharing AutoCAD files efficiently. providing practice exercises and videos

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Book SynopsisGet the comprehensive guide to the sustainable design of schools. The elementary and secondary school buildings and campuses built today are the schools of the future. Sustainable School Architecture is a guide to the planning, architecture, and design of schools that are healthy, stimulating, and will conserve energy and resources. Written with the needs of architects, construction professionals, educators, and school administration in mind, the book provides a road map for sustainable planning, design, construction, and operations. By its very nature, a school is often the centerpiece of its community and, therefore, well positioned to take the lead in influencing environmental awareness. Building on this point, Sustainable School Architecture shows how eco-friendly practices for school construction can create an environment that young students will emulate and carry into the world. Written by experts on sustainable school design, this book: Focuses on Table of ContentsDEDICATION. PREFACE. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. CHAPTER 1 AN INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE SCHOOLS. Introduction. Need for Sustainable Buildings. Benefits of Sustainable Schools. Elements of Sustainable Schools. Putting It All Together. CHAPTER 2 PLANNING STRATEGIES. Introduction. Selecting the Team. Integrated Design. Funding the Sustainable School. Case Studies. CHAPTER 3 DESIGN STRATEGIES. Introduction. Integrated Design. Formal Considerations. Spatial Considerations. Unique K–12 Considerations. Conclusion. Case Studies. CHAPTER 4 DAYLIGHTING. Introduction. Benefits of Daylighting. Early Precedents. Site Design and Daylighting. Daylighting Light Requirements. Building Design for Daylighting. Specifics of Opening Design. Artificial Lighting. Case Studies. CHAPTER 5 BUILDING STRUCTURE AND ENVELOPE (Eric Corey Freed, LEED-AP). Introduction. Initial Considerations in Wall Design. Alternative Wall Construction Methods. Insulation. Weatherizing. Water and Moisture Control. Openings. Acoustics. Roof Design. Case Studies. CHAPTER 6 HEATING, VENTILATING, COOLING, AND PLUMBING (Ron Blue, PE, LEED-AP). Introduction. Comfort. System Types. Design for Natural Ventilation. High-Performance Strategies. Water. Closing. Case Studies. CHAPTER 7 LANDSCAPING AND SITE DESIGN. The Third Teacher—Guest Essay, Susan Herrington. Introduction. Stormwater/Groundwater Management. Heat Islands. Paving. Fields. Water-Efficient Irrigation Systems. Miscellaneous Site Uses. Planting the Play Environment. Integrating Sustainable Practices. Case Studies. CHAPTER 8 FINISHES, EQUIPMENT, AND FURNISHINGS. Introduction. Product Information. Flooring. Wall Finishes. Ceilings. Paints and Coatings. Casework and Furnishings. Computers and Offi ce Equipment. Specialties. Case Studies. CHAPTER 9 COST AND BIDDING PROCESS. Introduction. High Cost. Alternative Project Delivery Methods. Contracts. Bidding. CHAPTER 10 CONSTRUCTION. Introduction. Sustainable Job-Site Operations. Construction and Demolition Waste Management. Indoor Air Quality Protection during Construction. Verification. Commissioning. Postoccupancy. Prefabrication. Deconstruction versus Demolition. CHAPTER 11 OPERATIONS. Sustainable Schools—Guest Essay, Virginia Waik and Rosanna Lerma. School Culture. School Facilities as Vehicles for Learning. Operations. Community Connections. CHAPTER 12 MAINTENANCE. Preventive Maintenance. Maintenance Techniques. Cleaning Products. Snow Removal. The Last Word. Case Studies. CHAPTER 13 A LOOK INTO A FUTURE FOR EDUCATION. Introduction. Information Technology. Adaptation. Trailblazing Projects. School and Community Interface. New Models of Sustainability. APPENDIX. LEED Scorecard. CHPS Scorecard. Section 01350. INDEX.

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Book SynopsisOne-stop, comprehensive reference for hundreds of commonly used materials and their integration as building components.Trade ReviewThis comprehensive reference imparts essential knowledge on how materials contribute to the construction and fabrication of all interior aspects of buildings, with coverage of the characteristics and properties of building materials and finishes. The highly illustrated book addresses key characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of specific materials, helping readers discover how to make every building element count. Organized by application for easy access to information, the book also includes a companion website with an extensive image bank of materials and assemblies. (ICON Magazine) Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgements xi Foreword xiii Chapter 1 Why Materials Matter 1 Design Intentions 2 The Design Concept 3 Human Factors 4 Health, Safety, and Welfare 10 Historical Overview 13 Chronology and Technological Development 15 What It’s Made of and How It’s Made 17 Material Extraction 19 Environmentally Sustainable Design Considerations 20 Biomimicry 21 Carbon-Neutral Design 22 Certifi cations 22 Downcycling 23 Embodied Energy 24 Life-Cycle Assessment 24 Local Materials 24 Natural and Synthetic Materials and Components 24 Rapidly Renewable Materials 25 Reclaimed/Repurposed Materials 26 Recycled Materials 26 Upcycling 27 Volatile Organic Compounds 28 Material Properties and Performance Characteristics 29 Absorption Coefficient 31 Acoustics 32 Aging and Weathering 35 Cellular Structure 37 Compressive and Tensile Strength 37 Density 38 Dimensional Movement 38 Ductility 40 Durability 40 Elasticity 41 Emissivity 41 Fire Ratings 41 Stability 42 Surface Attributes 43 Thermal Conductivity 43 Thermal Transmittance 44 Workability and Joinery 44 Applications 45 Installation Methods 46 Existing Conditions 46 Construction and Fabrication 46 Substructures and Assemblies 46 Maintenance Requirements 46 Green Cleaning Policies and Products 46 Relative Material Cost 48 Resources and Sources 48 Chapter 2 Flooring 49 Design Intentions 50 Human Factors 52 Health, Safety, and Welfare 52 Purpose and Performance 56 Structural Integrity and Engineering 57 Circulation and Conveyance: Stairs, Ramps, and Slopes 60 Stairs: Accessibility and Egress 62 Ramps and Slopes: Accessibility and Egress 64 Subfl oor Preparation Methods 64 Installation Methods 66 Adhesion and Bonding 67 Asbestos Abatement Issues 67 Installing Floating Floors 67 Installing Tiles 68 Maintenance Requirements 69 Relative Cost of Materials For Flooring 69 Flooring Materials 69 Bamboo 69 Brick 72 Carpet 74 Cementitious Top Coatings 87 Ceramic Tile 88 Composite Floor Tiles (Bio-Based, ESD, MCT, MVT, Polyester Resin–Based, PVC-Free, Resin, VCT) 104 Concrete (Cast-in-Place, Precast, and Concrete Finishes) 120 Cork (Laminated Plank, Sheet, Tile) 125 Glass 131 Leather (Tile) 134 Linoleum (Laminated Plank, Sheet, Tile) 137 Metal (Flooring, Decking, Grating) 142 Rubber 145 Stone (Alabaster, Basalt, Bluestone, Dolostone, Fieldstone, Flagstone, Gabbro, Gneiss, Granite, Limestone, Marble, Onyx, Petrifi ed Wood, Quartzite, Sandstone, Serpentine, Schist, Slate, Travertine) 149 Terrazzo (Cementitious, Epoxy, and Polyester Matrices, Cast-in-Place Systems, Precast Tile) 165 Vinyl (Composition Tiles, Luxury Tiles and Strips, Rolled/Sheet Goods, Solid Vinyl Tiles, Safety Flooring, Specialty PVC-Free, Vinyl Sheets and Tiles) 174 Wood (Strip, Parquet, Plank, Block, Reclaimed Lumber, and Engineered Flooring) 190 Chapter 3 Walls, Partitions, and Vertical Components 203 Design Intentions 204 Acoustics and Sound Transmission 206 Dimensions: Height, Thickness, and Depth 207 Function and Use 208 Incorporation of Building Systems 208 Partitioning Space/Spatial Order 209 Structural Integrity/Load Bearing 209 Walls and Partitions: Construction and Fabrication Types 211 Load Bearing, Non-Load-Bearing 211 Lateral Bracing 211 Modular Construction (CMU, Stacking, Masonry) 211 Wood and Metal Framing (Channel, Plate, Runner, Stud) 212 Integral and Integrated Assemblies 212 Structural Integrated Panels 212 Adhesives and Bonding 213 Hardware (Fasteners and Mechanical Attachments for Walls and Partitions) 214 Relative Cost of Materials for Walls 215 Walls, Partitions, and Vertical Components: Materials 216 Bead Board 216 Brick Masonry (Brick, CMU) 218 Cement Fiberboard 222 Ceramic Tile 223 Compressed and Rammed Earth 228 Concrete 230 Fabric-Wrapped Panel Systems 232 Glass/Glazing (Annealed, Flat, Laminated, Restoration, Safety, Smart, Stained, Tempered) 234 Gypsum Wallboard (Blueboard, Core Board, Foil-backed, Greenboard, Paperless, Type X Wallboard) 241 Leather 246 Metal (Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Galvanized Steel, Steel, Stainless Steel) 248 Paint and Decorative Finishes (Alkyd Paint, Antigraffi ti Coatings, Ceramic Insulating Paints, Decorative Paint Techniques, Dry Paint, Electrostatic Paint, Intumescent Paint, Latex Paint, Milk-Based Paint, Oil Paint, Sprayed-On Paint Finishes) 252 Plaster (Finish Plaster, Gypsum Plaster, Venetian Plaster) 263 Plastics 266 Stone (Alabaster, Granite, Limestone, Marble, Onyx, Quartzite, Serpentine, Slate, Soapstone, Travertine) 268 Wallcovering (Cork, Dry-Erase, Fabric, Flock, Glass Bead, Glass Textile, Grass Cloth, Historical Prints, High- Performance, Magnetic, Paper, PVC-Free, Teldar Film, Vinyl, Wall Carpet, Wood Veneer) 272 Wood (Wall Veneer Panels, Wainscot, Moldings, Trim) 282 Chapter 4 Ceilings 285 Design Intentions 286 Acoustics and Sound Transmission 288 Defi ning and Partitioning Space 289 Fire Protection, HVAC, Lighting, MEP, and Acoustic Systems Integration 289 Ceilings: Construction and Fabrication Categories 290 Intermediate Floor Assemblies 290 Suspended and Nonsuspended Ceilings 290 Relative Cost of Materials for Ceilings 293 Ceiling Materials 294 Acoustic Ceiling Tiles (Glass Fiber and Mineral Fiber) 294 Ceramic Tile 296 Concrete 299 Glass/Glazing 302 Gypsum Wallboard and Gypsum Fiber 305 Metal Systems 308 Plaster 311 Plastics 313 Stone 315 Wood and Wood Systems 317 Chapter 5 Millwork 321 Design Intentions 325 Constructing Space 325 Function, Purpose, and Use 326 Durability 326 Relative Cost of Materials for Millwork 328 Interior Millwork: Materials 328 Agglomerates (Cambria, Celador, IceStone, River Rock, Riverstone, Trend Q) 328 Concrete 331 Glass 334 Linoleum 338 Metal 341 Plastics 346 Plastic Laminate 350 Solid Surface Materials (Avonite, CaesarStone, Corian, Fountainhead, Hanex, Swanstone, Zodiaq) 353 Stone (Alabaster, Granite, Limestone, Marble, Onyx, Quartzite, Serpentine, Slate, Soapstone, Travertine) 356 Wood and Wood Composite Boards 359 Interior Millwork Finishes 369 Aniline Dyes 369 Fire-Retardant and -Resistant Finishes 370 Nitrocellulose and Precatalyzed Lacquer 370 Oil-Based Finishes 370 Polyurethane/Spar Varnish 370 Shellac (Alcohol Based) 370 Stains 371 Varnishes 371 Waterborne Finishes 371 Hardware 372 Catches and Locks 372 Hinges 372 Screws (Wood and Machine) 373 Washers 373 Nails (Interior Construction) 374 Metal Connectors 374 Drawer Glides 374 Edge Profiles 375 Beads and Channels 375 Running and Standing Trim 375 Resources and Sources 376 Wood Joinery 376 Appendix: Material Matters 381 Notes 383 Glossary 385 Bibliography 409 Index 411

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Book SynopsisThe Second Edition of the definitive reference for interior architecture and interior design professionals With this completely updated encore to its highly welcomed debut, Interior Graphic Standards, Second Edition secures its place as the comprehensive resource for interior architects and designers. Thousands of detail drawings and carefully researched text by experts in the field guide readers in the design of interior spaces that perform as well as delight. Including all-new material on computer technologies and design practices influencing contemporary interior design projects, Interior Graphic Standards, Second Edition makes it easy for designers to stay current with recent trends. This new edition includes: Expanded coverage of residential design; interior material energy use and environmental impact; and historic preservation and adaptive reuse Updated coverage of sustainable design, eco-friendly materials, interior design, and ADA AccessiTable of ContentsIntroduction. Section I Building Elements. Chapter 1: STRUCTURE. Substructure. Superstructure. Floor Construction. Roof Construction. Stairs and Ramps. Chapter 2: SHELL. Exterior Vertical Enclosures. Exterior Horizontal Enclosures. Chapter 3: INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION. Fire Resistive Construction. Acoustic Construction. Seismic Considerations. Gypsum Board Assemblies. Concrete Masonry Units. Architectural Concrete. Stone Walls. Glass Unit Masonry Assemblies. Prefabricated Partitions. Windows and Glazing. Interior Doors. Raised Floor Construction. Thermal and Moisture Protection. Manufactured and Fabricated Rooms. Chapter 4: INTERIOR FINISHES. Interior Specialties. Wall Finish Requirements. Integral Wall Finishes. Wood Wall Finishes. Tile Wall Finishes. Metal Wall Finishes. Wall Surface Coverings. Painted Finishes. Floor Design Considerations. Metal Deck and Concrete Floor Systems. Hard Floors. Wood Flooring. Resilient Flooring. Carpet, Carpet Tile, and Mats. Ceilings. Chapter 5: BUILDING SERVICES. Conveying Systems. Plumbing Systems. Mechanical Systems. Fire Protection Systems. Electrical Systems. Lighting. Communications Systems. Security Systems. Chapter 6: EQUIPMENT. Toilet and Bath Equipment. Retail Equipment. Personal Care Equipment. Animal Care Facilities. Laundry and Facilities. Teller and Service Equipment. Hospitality and Food Service Equipment. Educational and Research Equipment. Healthcare Equipment. Residential Equipment. Recreational and Performance Equipment. Athletic and Fitness Equipment. Cleaning, Disposal and Recycling Equipment. Chapter 7: FURNISHINGS. Furnishing Contracts and Tests. Textiles for Interior Furnishings. Cabinetry and Casework. Countertops. Art and Accessories. Furniture. Plantings. Window Treatments. Section 2 Contemporary Issues. Chapter 8: COMPUTING TECHNOLOGIES. The Transition from CAD to BIM. Integrated Project Delivery. Virtual Collaboration. Software as a Service. The Unwritten Future. Chapter 9: EXISTING BUILDING INTERIORS. Historic Restoration and Preservation. Evaluating Hazardous Materials. Recycling Construction and Demolition Waste. Chapter 10: INCLUSIVE DESIGN. Accessibility. Aging in Place. Continuous Care Retirement Communities. Chapter 11: SUSTAINABLE DESIGN. Design, Construction and Operations Issues. Principles. Sustainability Strategies. Sustainable Materials. Health Concerns in the Built Environment. Interior Rating Systems and Certifications. Costs and Schedule Implications. APPENDICES. A Anthropometric Data. B Proportioning Systems. C Graphic Symbols. D Classical Interior Architectural Elements. E Interior Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Loads. INDEX.

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Book SynopsisThis informative guide is for an architecture firm of any size to effectively develop itself, and then market and promote its work, based on its expertise and value to clients.Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. Introduction. Chapter 1. Future Tense. Chapter 2. Positioning. Chapter 3. Firm Identity and Purpose. Chapter 4. Markets and Services. Chapter 5. The Marketing System. Chapter 6. Organization Development. Chapter 7. Advanced Research and Open Innovation. APPENDIX: THE SPARKS FRAMEWORK ASSESSMENT: CHARTING YOUR PREFERENCES. Afterword: THE FUTURE OF THE DESIGN PROFESSION. About the Book. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe newly updated guide to design process modeling techniques Designing with Models, Third Edition is the revised, step-by-step guide to basic and advanced design process modeling. This comprehensive text explains the process from start to finish, and has been expanded to include up-to-date information on digital modeling programs and rapid prototyping processes. The impact of this new wave of 3D modeling technology is examined through interviews and numerous examples from renowned architects. Along with many new student projects, this new Third Edition features information on cutting-edge digital imaging equipment and design software, as well as many new process models from celebrated professional projects. Architect Criss Mills acquaints architecture and design professionals with essential modeling terms, design processes, equipment, materials, and construction methods. Fully updated with nearly 200 new photos and twenty-six new projects from students and firms, DesiTable of ContentsAcknowledgments vii Foreword vii Introduction vii Model History viii Chapter 1 Model Types 1Typical Model Types Employed in the Design Process Model Types 2 Chapter 2 Exploration 29A Framework for Conceiving and Using Models in the Design Process An Overview of Section Concepts 30 Scale 30 Ideas 33 Alternatives 38 Site Models 41 Manipulation 44 Development 56 Chapter 3 Project Development 65Academic Examples in Support of Exploration Focusing 66 College Complex 67 Courthouse 68 Chapel Addition 69 BiblioTierra Library 70 Observatory 71 Piranesi’s Labyrinth Museum 72 Southern Culture Complex 73 Design/Build Project 74 Urban Museum/Plaza 76 Chapter 4 Project Development in Practice 77Design Firm Examples in Support of Exploration Mack Scogin Merrill Elam Architects (Formerly Scogin Elam and Bray) 78 Callas, Shortridge Associates 87 Roto Architects Inc. 89 Enric Miralles and Benedetta Tagliabue Architects (EMBT Architects) 91 3XN 97 BIG Bjarke Ingels Group 101 Henning Larsen Architects 107 Chapter 5 Rapid Prototyping 115Using Digital Information to Produce Physical Models Computer Modeling 116 Digitizing 122 Rapid Prototyping 123 3D Printers 125 3D Printer Examples 126 Laser Cutting 133 CNC Milling—Computer Numerically Controlled Cutting 135Chapter 6 Digital Practice 139Combining Digital and Physical Model Information in Professional Practice Morphosis 140 Mack Scogin Merrill Elam Architects 142 Eisenman Architects 144 Gehry Partners, LLP 146 Garofalo Architects 150 Antoine Predock 152 Coop Himmelb(l)au 154 Chapter 7 Basic Assemblage 159Basic Techniques for Assembling Model Components Cutting Materials 160 Attaching Parts 164 Fitting Components 169 Templating 173 Finishes 176 Site Work 178 Chapter 8 Advanced Assemblage 183Advanced Techniques for Form Making Found Objects 184 Planar Forms 186 Planar Solids 188 Transparent Forms 190 Covering Frames 191 Interior Skeletal Frames 192 Transparent Plastic 193 Curvilinear Solids 194 Cut and Carved Forms 196 Cutting and Carving Wood 197 Building with Plaster and Anchoring Cement 198 Building with Plaster 199 Covering Styrofoam 201 Coating Chipboard 202 Molding with Plaster and Resins 203 Basic Casting 204 Casting Molds 205 Malleable Materials 206 Chapter 9 Assemblage Case Studies 207Step-by-Step Case Studies of Assembly Techniques Case Study A: Residence 208 Case Study B: Sculpture Foundry 223 Case Study C: Office Building 226 Chapter 10 Tools 229Equipment and Materials Equipment 230 Materials 236 Appendix 243Topics for Continuing Exploration Alternative Media 244 Transferring Model Data 249 Model Photography 251 Digital Media 255 Resources 257 Credits 261 Academic Architecture Programs 261 Design Professionals 264 Photography Credits 270 Index 273

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Book SynopsisSustainable Solutions for Water Resources provides a basic overview of water resources, hydrology, the current problems involving water resources, and the potential impact of global warming and climate change.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments xi 1.0 Overview 1 1.1 The Importance of Water Resources 1 1.2 Overview of Water Resources 3 1.2.1 Rivers and Streams 3 1.2.2 Groundwater and Aquifers 5 1.2.3 Lakes and Reservoirs 9 1.2.4 Wetlands 10 1.2.5 Coastal Zones 12 1.2.6 Precipitation 15 1.2.7 Sources of Information 17 2.0 Issues Involving Water Resources in the United States 19 2.1 Global Warming and Climate Change 19 2.1.1 Impacts of Climate Change 19 2.1.2 Addressing Climate Change 21 2.1.3 Sources of Information 21 2.2 Drought and Water Wars 22 2.2.1 Worldwide Water Wars 24 2.2.2 Southwest Water Wars 24 2.2.3 Southeast Water Wars 26 2.2.4 Peachtree Water Wars 27 2.3 Water Demands 30 2.3.1 Meeting Needs 30 2.3.2 Demands in Las Vegas 32 2.3.3 Uses of Water 33 2.3.4 Options for Meeting Demands 33 2.3.5 Water Sources 34 2.4 Development Pressures 35 2.4.1 Traditional Approaches to Meet Demands 35 2.4.2 Growth in the South 36 2.4.3 The Corps Meeting Demands 38 2.5 Environmental Concerns 39 2.5.1 Wadeable Streams Assessment 40 2.5.2 National Rivers and Streams Assessment 40 2.5.3 Large River Bioassessment Protocols 41 2.6 Economic Concerns 42 2.6.1 Cost of Water 42 2.6.2 Infrastructure Cost 42 2.6.3 Costs of Polluted Water 43 2.6.4 Privatization 44 2.7 Agricultural Uses 44 2.7.1 Impacts 45 2.7.2 Reducing Impacts 47 2.8 Water Quality 48 2.8.1 Water Quality Regulations 49 2.9 Legal Issues 54 2.9.1 Riparian Rights 54 2.9.2 First in Time 54 2.9.3 Groundwater Soil Moisture and Precipitation 55 2.9.4 Direct Flow and Storage 56 2.9.5 Water Law 56 3. 0 Sustainable Planning Approaches for Water Resources 59 3.1 An International and U.S. National Perspective on Water Resources Laws Policies Regulations and Permits 59 3.1.1 Federal Reserved Water Rights 60 3.1.2 National Laws Acts and Policies 60 3.1.3 Other Acts 62 3.1.4 Water for America Initiative 63 3.1.5 Federal Agencies Involved with Water Resources 63 3.1.6 Clean Water Act 66 3.1.7 Water for America Initiative 69 3.1.8 Flood Management at a National Level 69 3.1.9 National Drought Policy 72 3.2 Planning at the State Level 74 3.2.1 State Actions 76 3.3 Regional Approaches to Water Management 82 3.3.1 Interstate Water Commissions 82 3.3.2 Regional Approaches within States 84 3.3.3 Power Companies 86 3.4 Planning at the District Level 88 3.4.1 St. Johns River Water Management District 90 3.4.2 Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District 91 3.5 Watershed Planning 92 3.5.1 Conservation Approach 93 3.5.2 Watershed Assessment 95 3.5.3 Tools for Water Resource Analysis 95 3.5.4 Watershed Boundaries 96 3.6 Water Markets and Water Supply Systems 98 3.7 Wetland Planning and Wetland Banking 99 3.7.1 Wetland Recommendations 100 3.7.2 Wetlands Data 101 3.7.3 Wetlands of International Importance 103 3.7.4 National Wetlands Inventory 103 3.7.5 National Data 104 3.7.6 Wetland Mapper 105 3.7.7 Wetlands Master Geodatabase 105 3.7.8 Data at the State Level 106 3.8 Stormwater Management and Erosion Control 107 3.8.1 State Procedures 109 3.8.2 Minimizing Erosion 110 3.8.3 Controlling Pollution 111 3.9 Land Use Planning and Management 111 3.9.1 Land Use and Zoning 112 3.9.2 Ordinances 113 3.9.3 Land Use Data 113 3.10 Shoreline Management 114 3.10.1 Stabilization and Protection 115 3.10.2 Shoreline Ownership and Access 115 3.10.3 Shoreline Use Permits 116 3.11 Natural Resource Protection 116 3.11.1 Local to Federal 116 3.12 Urban Hydrology 117 3.12.1 Existing Systems 119 3.12.2 Impervious Cover Model 119 3.12.3 Sewage and Septic 120 3.12.4 Trees in Urban Watersheds 120 3.12.5 Landscape in Flux 122 3.12.6 Watershed Scale 122 3.13 Groundwater Protection 123 3.13.1 A Sustainable Approach 124 3.13.2 Data at the Local Level 124 3.13.3 Data at the National Level 125 3.13.4 Groundwater Modeling 125 3.14 Water Outreach Efforts 126 3.14.1 Demonstration Projects 128 3.15 Case Studies 128 4.0 Sustainable Practices for Site Planning Design and Implementation 207 4.1 Developing Goals and Objectives 207 4.2 Working with Local Stakeholders 211 4.2.1 Types of Stakeholders 212 4.2.2 Web-Based Communication Technologies 214 4.2.3 Public Involvement Plan 215 4.3 Design Process 215 4.3.1 Research 216 4.3.2 Inventory/Analysis 216 4.3.3 Synthesis 218 4.3.4 Implementation 220 4.4 Lake Management Plan and Actions 223 4.4.1 Lake Water Quality 223 4.4.2 Water Changes 224 4.4.3 Water Clarity Readings 226 4.5 River Lake and Wetland Restoration 228 4.5.1 Hydromodification 228 4.5.2 Stream Repair Practices 229 4.5.3 Fish Passages 230 4.5.4 Constructed Wetlands 230 4.5.5 Unified Stream Assessment 231 4.5.6 Bridging Solutions 232 4.5.7 U.S. Gulf Coast 233 4.6 Low-Impact Development and Smart Growth 235 4.6.1 Low-Impact Development 235 4.6.2 Smart Growth 238 4.7 Recreational Use 240 4.7.1 Marinas 243 4.8 Wildlife Management and Habitat Restoration 244 4.8.1 Habitat Restoration Efforts 244 4.8.2 Federal Wildlife Programs 247 4.9 New Lakes Reservoirs and Dams 248 4.9.1 Tennessee Permitting Process for New Dams 250 4.9.2 Dam Removal 251 4.10 Land Acquisition 252 4.10.1 Fee Simple Acquisition 252 4.10.2 Conservation Easements 252 4.10.3 Leases Deed Restrictions and Covenants 252 4.10.4 Purchase of Development Rights 253 4.10.5 Transfer of Development Rights 253 4.10.6 Land Trusts 254 4.10.7 Acquisition Programs 254 4.11 Best Management Practices 255 4.11.1 BMP Databases 255 4.11.2 Structural and Nonstructural Best Management Practices 257 4.11.3 Vegetative Practices 257 4.11.4 Runoff and Sediment Control 259 4.11.5 Wetlands 259 4.11.6 Rainwater Harvesting 260 4.11.7 Rooftop Runoff Management 261 4.11.8 Filtering Systems 261 4.11.9 Erosion and Sediment Control Plans 262 4.11.10 Controlling Runoff from Croplands 265 4.12 Case Studies 266 5.0 Conclusion 327 5.1 Avoiding Predictions 327 5.2 A Focus on Sustainability 327 5.3 Revisiting Atlanta 328 5.4 Legal Battles 328 5.5 Addressing the Problem 329 5.6 The Future 329 Further Reading 331 References 335 Index 345

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Book SynopsisProjects funded by the Federal Government are subject to a variety of laws, regulations and practices. Smith, Currie & Handcock s Federal Government Construction Contracts shows how to meet these special requirements.

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Book SynopsisThis new edition continues its legacy as the reference of choice for architects studying contemporary issues and design practices for building structures by taking a conceptual approach that foregos complicated mathematics.Table of ContentsPreface ix Introduction xi 1. Basic Concepts 1 1.1 Basic Concerns 1 1.2 Architectural Considerations 3 1.3 Structural Functions 12 1.4 Structural Materials 18 1.5 Structural Systems 21 2. Investigation of Structures 39 2.1 Introduction to Structural Investigation 39 2.2 Static Forces 41 2.3 Stresses and Strains 56 2.4 Special Topics 63 2.5 Dynamic Behavior 75 3. Structural Elements 80 3.1 Beams 80 3.2 Tension Elements 88 3.3 Compression Elements 93 3.4 Trusses 99 3.5 Rigid Frames 104 3.6 Special Structures 112 4. Wood Structures 114 4.1 General Concerns forWood 114 4.2 Wood Products and Systems 117 4.3 Design Data for Structural Lumber 124 4.4 Wood-Spanning Systems 126 4.5 Wood Trusses 134 4.6 Wood Columns 139 4.7 Fasteners and Connections forWood 147 5. Steel Structures 153 5.1 General Concerns for Steel 153 5.2 Steel Beams, Joists, and Decks 158 5.3 Steel Columns 187 5.4 Bolted Connections for Steel Structures 196 5.5 Steel Trusses 202 6. Concrete Structures 203 6.1 General Concerns for Concrete 203 6.2 Reinforced Concrete Flexural Members 211 6.3 Concrete Columns 238 6.4 Concrete Foundations 247 7. Masonry Structures 259 7.1 General Concerns for Masonry 259 7.2 StructuralMasonry 262 7.3 Masonry with Concrete Units 267 7.4 Form and Classification of Compression Elements 270 7.5 Brick Masonry 271 7.6 Miscellaneous Masonry Construction 276 7.7 Adobe Construction 279 7.8 Hollow Clay Tile 279 8. Building Foundations and Site Structures 281 8.1 General Considerations 281 8.2 Soil Properties and Foundation Behavior 283 8.3 Shallow Bearing Foundations 293 8.4 Elements of Foundation Systems 298 8.5 Deep Foundations 304 8.6 Special Problems and Construction 308 9. Lateral-Force Effects 316 9.1 General Considerations for Lateral Effects 316 9.2 Wind Effects on Buildings 335 9.3 Earthquake Effects on Buildings 341 9.4 Elements of Lateral Resistive Systems 350 10. Building Structures Design Examples 381 10.1 General Concerns for Structural Design 381 10.2 Building One 392 10.3 Building Two 399 10.4 Building Three 410 10.5 Building Four 414 10.6 Building Five 416 10.7 Building Six 418 10.8 Building Seven 430 10.9 Building Eight 455 10.10 Building Nine 458 Appendix A: Properties of Sections 468 Appendix B: Glossary 483 Appendix C: Exercise Problems 489 Appendix D: Study Aids 504 References 519 Index 521

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Book SynopsisA technology-savvy engineer shows architects and engineers alike practical solutions for implementing advanced building technologies in sustainably designed buildings.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION viii Chapter 1 SUSTAINABILITY AND ENERGY 1Quality of Life Benefits 7Finite Fossil Fuel Resources 8Greenhouse Gases 10Profits and Savings from Energy Efficiency 11Site-to-Source Effect 12New LEED Version 2009 13Per Capita Energy Consumption 14Building Energy End-Use Splits, People Use Energy 15Carbon Footprint 17Funding Opportunities 19 Chapter 2 RADIANT COOLING 21History 21Introduction 23Why Radiant Cooling? 26Applications 28Radiant Cooling and Historic Preservation 39 Chapter 3 DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION 41History 41Introduction 42Conventional or Mixed-Air Systems 42Difference Between Displacement and Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD) 47Applications 48Large Public Spaces (Cafeterias, Dining Halls, Exhibit Spaces) 48 Chapter 4 CHILLED BEAMS 61Principle of Operation and Technology 62Benefits of Chilled Beams 63Types of Chilled Beams 67Chilled Beam Applications 72Chilled Beam Use with Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD) Applications 78 Chapter 5 UNDERFLOOR AIR DISTRIBUTION (UFAD) 83Validation of UFAD Designs with CFD Analysis 91Impact on Buildings 95Chapter 6 DISPLACEMENT INDUCTION UNITS (DIU) 101Benefits of Displacement Induction Units 103History of Induction Units 106Applications 107 Chapter 7 HIGH-PERFORMANCE ENVELOPE 115Engaging and Nonengaging Envelopes 116High-Performance Envelope Definition 117Most Common Energy Codes: ANSI and ASHRAE 90.1 118Glazing Characteristics 123How to Exceed the Mandatory Code Performance 128 Chapter 8 THERMAL ENERGY STORAGE 145Renewable Energy Storage 146Conventional Air Conditioning Systems 153Nonrenewable Energy Storage 156 Chapter 9 SOLAR ENERGY AND NET-ZERO BUILDINGS 163Net-Zero Step 1: Harvesting Solar Energy 166Solar Energy in Net-Zero Buildings 177Net-Zero Step 2: Improve Energy Efficiency of the Building and Its Mechanical and Electrical Systems 181Net-Zero Step 3: Reduce Consumption 183 Chapter 10 GEOTHERMAL SYSTEMS 185Introduction 185Geothermal Heat Pumps 190Types of Heat Pumps 198 Chapter 11 COGENERATION 205Other Applications of Cogeneration 207Cogeneration Technologies 211Micro-Cogeneration or Combined Heat and Power (Micro-CHP) 221 Chapter 12 DATA CENTER SUSTAINABILITY 223History of Data Centers 2242011: Top Ten Trends in Data Centers 225Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) 226Technologies That Can Benefit Data Center Efficiency 230Office Building Applications 234Air Management in the Data Center 237 INDEX 239

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide to the retrofitting of lighting for greater efficiency and performance Retrofitting outdated energy-guzzling lighting components with green energy-saving alternatives is a process that promotes sustainability and offers significant benefits for businesses, contractors, and the community at large. Not only can retrofitting improve the overall quality and functionality of light, it also can make spaces safer, easier and less costly to maintain, and more comfortable to inhabit. From lighting technology to retrofit financial analysis, Lighting Retrofit and Relighting evaluates the latest lighting system types, then demonstrates how to apply them for the greatest functional and cost-saving benefit. This book: Discusses the recent advances in lighting equipment and retrofittable controls, for both interior and outdoor use Explains how to do a lighting audit to identify and evaluate logical retrofit choices Includes cTrade Review“An analysis of what is arguably the most expeditious manner in which the U.S. can see significant energy savings in the short term. Buy it…if you or someone you know is responsible for building energy.”—LD+A: The magazine of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (August 2011)Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part I The Savings Potential in Common Lighting Systems. Chapter 1 Linear Fluorescent System. Chapter 2 Incandescent, Compact Fluorescent, and Solid State Systems. Chapter 3. High Intensity Discharge Systems. Chapter 4 Special Applications Lighting. Part II Lighting Retrofit Process. Chapter 5 Retrofit Project Qualification. Chapter 6 Data Collection and Field Audit. Chapter 7 Lighting Engineering and Evaluation. Chapter 8 Bidding, Construction, and Commissioning. Chapter 9 Economic Evaluation. Appendix A Glossary. Appendix B Resources. Appendix C. Calculating Illumination Levels. Appendix D Measuring Illumination Levels. Appendix E Power Quality. Index.

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Book SynopsisTake a holistic approach to contemporary interior design. The interior design process is changing. In order to create truly engaging work, designers are developing a deeper and broader understanding of how design theory, research, and existing practice can help them make better decisions. This inquiry provides answers on how design is experienced, and its impact over time. At the same time, the profession is becoming increasingly collaborative. Designers today work closely with other professionalssuch as architects, landscape designers, product designers, anthropologists, and business consultantsin new ways, engaging an expanding network of experts in the design process more than ever before. Written by renowned scholars Joy Dohr and Margaret Portillo, the book brings interior design theory and research to life utilizing a narrative inquiry approach that offers highly accessible coverage of the interior design world as it exists today. By looking at real-life sTable of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xv List of Narratives xvii Chapter 1 Introduction to Design Engagement 1 A Starting Point 1 Design Engagement Framework 4 Design Engagement as Relational Explained Further 8 From Framework to Markers of Impact 9 Schools of Thought 16 Looking Back . . . Looking Forward 20 Summary 21 Chapter 2 Why Narrative Inquiry? 27 Arriving at Narrative 27 Defining Narrative Inquiry 29 Guiding Narrative Structure 30 Holistic Systems Approach 32 Supporting Evidence-Based Design 35 Premises of Design Narratives 37 Types of Design Narratives 39 Anecdotal Stories 40 Initiating Narratives 42 Research Narratives 44 Visual Communication Narratives 48 Narrative Inquiry for Design Learning, Research, and Practice 52 Summary 53 Chapter 3 Impact Marker: Process of Engagement 57 Engaging the Self 66 Ways of Seeing 66 Ways of Design Thinking 67 Creative Thinking 67 Critical Thinking 69 Consequential Thinking 70 Visualizing, Forming, and Construction 71 Engaging as a Design Team 71 Committing to a Common Purpose 77 Mutual Accountability 79 Understanding Design Tensions 80 Summary 82 Chapter 4 Impact Marker: Contextual Civility 85 Introducing Contextual Civility 85 Related Themes from the Literature 92 Security and Safety 106 Community Service, Nonprofits, and Service Learning 111 Final Thoughts on Contextual Civility 116 Summary 117 Chapter 5 Impact Marker: Empathy 121 Origins of Empathy 122 Related Themes from the Literature 137 Design Sensibilities 142 Final Thoughts on Empathy 149 Summary 150 Chapter 6 Impact Marker: Place Identity 153 Exploring Place Identity 153 Range of Authenticity 159 Vernacular Design 161 Related Themes from the Literature 163 Place Identity beyond Geographic Context 164 Exploring Historically Significant Places 168 Place Identity in Thematic Design 173 Summary 176 Chapter 7 Impact Marker: Innovation 179 Exploring Innovation 179 Related Themes from the Literature 185 Leaps and Adaptations 188 Forms of Creative Engagement 194 Individual Creativity and Innovation 196 Team Creativity and Innovation 197 Environments for Creativity and Innovation 198 Summary 203 Chapter 8 Impact Marker: Maturation 207 Origins of Design Maturation 207 Users and Public Influence 222 Developmental Issues for Beginning Designers 226 Summary 230 Chapter 9 An Epilogue Integrating Impact Markers 233 Where Do We Go from Here? 233 Summing Up Impact Markers 234 Achieving Balance while Embracing Opposites 237 Emerging Issues and Gaps 238 Summing Up Design Thinking 242 Ten Ways of Advancing the Discipline 243 Summary 245 Chapter 10 Using a Narrative Approach 249 Review of Narrative Types 250 Finding a Topic 257 Criteria for Case Selection 258 Employing Mixed Methods 259 Crafting Well-Grounded Narratives 261 Critically Engaging the Literature 264 Summary 265 Endnotes 269 Bibliography 275 Index 285

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Book SynopsisReady or not, it's high time to make BIM a part of your practice, or at least your vocabulary, and this book has as much to offer beginners as it does seasoned users of building information modeling software.Chicago Architect The first book devoted to the subject of how BIM affects individuals and organizations working within the ever-changing construction industry, BIM and Integrated Design discusses the implementation of building information modeling software as a cultural process with a focus on the technology's impact and transformative effectboth potentially disruptive and liberatingon the social, psychological, and practical aspects of the workplace. BIM and Integrated Design answers the questions that BIM poses to the firm that adopts it. Through thorough research and a series of case study interviews with industry leadersand leaders in the making out from behind the monitorBIM and Integrated Design helps you learn: Table of ContentsIntroductory Statement by The American Institute of Architects vii Preface ix Acknowledgments xiii Introduction xv PART I BIM As Though People Mattered 1 Chapter 1 WHAT YOU ADOPT WHEN ADOPTING BIM 3 Chapter 2 THE SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS OF IMPLEMENTING BIM 29 Case Study Interview with Paul Durand, AIA, and Allison Scott, Winter Street Architects 46 Case Study Interview with Aaron Greven, BIM Consultant 53 Chapter 3 WHO WORKS IN BIM AND WHO DOESN’T 63 Case Study Interview with Jack Hungerford, PhD 69 Case Study Interview with Kristine K. Fallon, FAIA, Kristine Fallon Associates 76 PART II Leading Integrated Design 89 Chapter 4 WORKING WITH OTHERS IN BIM 91 Case Study Interview with Rich Nitzsche, CIO, Perkins + Will 111 Chapter 5 BIM AND INTEGRATED DESIGN 127 Case Study Interview with Andy Stapleton and Peter Rumpf, Mortenson Construction 140 Case Study Interview with Jonathan Cohen, FAIA, Architect and Author 148 PART III Leading and Learning 157 Chapter 6 LEADING FROM THE MODEL 159 Case Study Interview with Bradley Beck, Architect and BIM Manager 171 Case Study Interview with Charles Hardy, director, Office of Project Delivery at U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service National Capital Region 191 Chapter 7 LEARNING BIM AND INTEGRATED DESIGN 201 Case Study Interview with Yanni Loukissas, PhD, Postdoctoral associate, Massachusetts Institute of Technology 209 Case Study Interview with Phil Bernstein, FAIA, vice president, Autodesk 218 Epilogue 235 Index 237

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Book Synopsis"Any architect doing small or medium scaled projects who is also vested in sustainable design but is not yet doing BIM will enjoy this book's overall focus. "-Architosh.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments vii Introduction ix Building Information Models and Modeling ix The cost of buildings ix See, change x BIM for the rest of us xi What this book is, and isn’t xii A word on the case studies xiii 1 BIM and Sustainable Design 1 The emergence of Building Information Modeling 1 BIM for design 6 High-performance architecture 16 Case study: Moonrise Ranch 23 2 Design Software 29 BIM applications 29 Complementary software 38 Further reading 49 Case Study: Parameterized Hauer Curtain Wall 49 3 Site Analysis 55 Developing a site model 57 Analyzing the site 65 Case Study: House in Sonoma 74 4 Massing Analysis 79 Creating massing models 79 Perimeter/volume ratios: optimizing for envelope quantity 83 Confi rming desirable and undesirable views 85 Preliminary cost and feasibility analysis 87 Preliminary passive heating and cooling design data 89 Case Study: New High School 100 5 Solar Geometry and Daylighting 105 Shade from the sun 106 Daylighting 116 Case Study: Ross Street House 128 6 Passive Cooling 133 Appropriate responses for local climates 135 Rules of thumb and sizing guidelines for cooling strategies 139 Case Study: Hadlow College Rural Regeneration Centre 153 7 Passive Heating 159 Rules of thumb and sizing guidelines for heating strategies 160 Whole-building heat loss 162 Whole-building heat gain 170 Case Study: Battelle Darby Creek Environmental Center 177 8 Onsite Energy Systems 183 Solar photovoltaics 185 Azimuth and elevation 192 Solar thermal systems 192 Wind turbines 197 Case Study: Cascadia Center for Sustainable Design and Construction 200 9 Building Hydrology 205 Site design for water 206 Rainwater harvesting 209 Plumbing fi xture effi ciency 214 Sizing constructed wetlands 215 Gutter sizing 220 Case Study: Bee Ranch 221 10 Materials and Waste 225 Material takeoffs and cost calculations 225 Advanced framing 232 Sheet materials 237 Preliminary life cycle analysis 239 LEED material calculations 243 Case Study: Loblolly House 245 11 Collaboration 249 Imported backgrounds 249 Exporting fi les 251 Project coordination 264 Case Study: Paisano Senior Housing 272 Afterword 275 Bibliography and References 279 Index 283

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Book SynopsisOrganized to follow the workflow of an architect or interior designer, this book introduces tools for busy practitioners to find and apply research for their design projects. Tools for planning, executing, and ultilizing research are presented in an easily followed format along with case studies, sources, and applications.Trade Review"The author advises is on the best research techniques to use at each stage of the design process, with helpful chapters on research instruments, data collection techniques, and rules of thumb. With contributions from prominent design researchers, The Designer's Guide to Doing Research is an indispensable read for any student of design research who wants to spring into action." (Contract Magazine, June 2012) "The book offers a tremendous assortment of research tools, ranging from finely-tuned versions of familiar client survey preference forms to plans for innovative on–site charrettes and keenly focused post–occupancy evaluations." (ArchNewsNow.com, February 2012)Table of ContentsForeword: The Necessity for Research vii Acknowledgments ix Introduction: Before You Do Design Research xi Research versus Insight xiii The Research/Design Relationship xiv Why This Book? xv Why Research? xvii Design as Research xviii Knowing xxii Thinking and Knowing xxvi A Scientific Method xxix Asking the Right Questions xxx Chapter 1 Design Research and Its Influence on the Practice of Design 1 Generalizing Design Thinking 1 Design Research as a Means for Attraction and Retention 3 Design Research as a Means for Social Reform 3 Design Research as a Response to the Need for Design Speed 3 Design Research to Build a Sustainable Knowledge Base 4 Design Research to Gain Understanding of Cultural Distinctions 5 Design Research as a Source of Value 6 Core Concepts 6 Endnotes 7 A Story of Practice: Making the Implicit Explicit 8 Chapter 2 Researching: Context, Process, General Concepts 19 Economic Context of Design and Research 19 Design Process 22 Research Process 23 “Good” Research 25 Owning the Information 29 Planning and Organizing a Project-Specific Comprehensive Research Plan 30 Overview of Types of Research 32 Differences in Types of Research: Applied or Theoretical 33 Comparing Research Tools 34 Merits of Using Several Different Research Tools to Answer Any Research Question 40 Core Concepts 40 Endnotes 42 Chapter 3 What to Learn 43 Informing Design-Related Change 43 Design-Project-Based Information Gathering 46 Social-Science-Based Information Needs 51 Core Concepts 77 Endnotes 78 Chapter 4 The Goals of Project Initiation 81 Research for Competitive Advantage 81 Secondary Information 84 Peer-Reviewed Studies 87 Literature Reviews 88 Within-Firm Archival Research 100 Experience Sampling Method 100 Design Charettes 109 Endnotes 113 A Story of Practice: A Research-Based Marketing Strategy 114 Chapter 5 The Goals of Investigation 125 Research as a Process of Discovering a Client’s Needs 125 Interviews 127 Cognitive Mapping 142 Repertory Grid 144 Annotated Plans 147 Content Analysis—Verbal Material 148 Content Analysis—Visual 152 Surveys 156 Public Parks Survey 173 Endnotes 176 A Story of Practice: It Starts with Programming 177 Chapter 6 The Goals of Integration in Schematic Design 189 How Research Informs the Schematic Design Process 189 Research Shapes Refining the Design Strategy 191 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) 193 Behavior Mapping 196 Observation 199 Space Syntax 217 Social Network Analysis 218 Discussion Groups 218 Space Simulation 228 Experiments 232 A Story of Practice: Schematic Design 236 A Story of Practice: Design Development 244 Endnotes 266 Chapter 7 The Goals of Implementation 255 How Research Informs the Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) 255 Post-Occupancy Evaluations 257 Case Studies 262 A Story of Practice: Post-Occupancy Evaluation 267 Endnotes 290 Chapter 8 How to Maintain and Access Research Findings 283 Raw Resources 285 Organizational System 287 Additional Considerations 288 Core Concepts 289 Endnote 292 Conclusion: Doing Design Research291 Additional Sources of Information for Design Researchers293 Index 295

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Book SynopsisFrom such well-known and long-vexed sites as the Athenian Acropolis to more contemporary locales like the Space Age Modernist capital city of Brasilia, the conflicting and not always neatly resolvable forces that bear upon preservation are addressed as clearly and thoughtfully as the general reader could hope for.Table of ContentsForeword. Preface. Being Modern: The Currency of Conservation (Frank Matero). Acknowledgements. Part I. Europe. Introduction. Section 1. Western Europe. Chapter 1: Italy. Chapter 2: France. Chapter 3: United Kingdom. Chapter 4: Ireland. Chapter 5: Spain and Portugal. Chapter 6: Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. Chapter 7: Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Section 2. Northern Europe. Chapter 8: Sweden. Chapter 9: Finland. Chapter 10: Norway. Chapter 11: Denmark, Iceland and Greenland. Chapter 12: The Baltic States. Section 3. Central Europe. Chapter 13: Germany. Chapter 14: Austria. Chapter 15: Hungary. Chapter 16: Czech Republic and Solvakia. Chapter 17: Poland. Section 4. Eastern Europe and the Caucasus. Chapter 18: Russia. Chapter 19: Ukraine, Moldova and Belarus. Chapter 20: The Caucasus. Section 5. Southeastern Europe. Chapter 21: Greece. Chapter 22: Turkey. Chapter 23: Cyprus and Malta. Chapter 24: The Former Yugoslavia. Chapter 25: Albania. Chapter 26: Bulgaria. Chapter 27: Romania. Part II. The Americas. Introduction. Section 6. North America. Chapter 28: The United States. Chapter 29: Canada. Section 7. Mexico, The Caribbean and Central America. Chapter 30: Mexico. Chapter 31: The Caribbean. Chapter 32: Central America. Section 8. South America. Chapter 33: The Non-Iberian Coast. Chapter 34: Brazil. Chapter 35: The Andean Countries. Chapter 36: The Southern Cone. Looking Ahead. Further Reading on Architectural Conservation by Region. Photo Credits. Index.

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Book SynopsisAn innovative look at design solutions for building lifelong neighborhoods Livable Communities for Aging Populations provides architects and designers with critical guidance on urban planning and building design that allows people to age in their own homes and communities. The focus is on lifelong neighborhoods, where healthcare and accessibility needs of residents can be met throughout their entire life cycle. Written by M. Scott Ball, a Duany Plater-Zyberk architect with extensive expertise in designing for an aging society, this important work explores the full range of factors involved in designing for an aging population?from social, economic, and public health policies to land use, business models, and built form. Ball examines in detail a number of case studies of communities that have implemented lifelong solutions, discussing how to apply these best practices to communities large and small, new and existing, urban and rural. Other topics include: <Table of ContentsForeword xi Andrés Duany Introduction xiii Robert Jenkens Preface xiv Acknowledgments xviii Part I Challenges and Opportunities 1 1 The Longevity Challenge to Urbanism 3 The Challenge 3 The Scale of Response: Pedestrian Sheds and Neighborhoods 7 Seniors Housing Communities as Change Agents 11 Toward the Development of Lifelong Neighborhoods 14 Conclusions 18 2 Access and Urbanism 21 Introduction 21 Go Forth Boldly 22 On Whose Behalf We Regulate 24 Advancing Accessibility Aspirations Beyond Minimum Standards 31 Stewardship 38 3 Health, Healthcare, and Urbanism 45 Environmental Health, Safety, and Welfare 45 Reestablishing a Healthy Land-Use Paradigm 48 Knowledge and Action: Finding an Institutional Basis for Public Health and Land-Use Planning Integration 50 Beyond Intent and Toxicity: Establishing Frameworks for Planning Action 54 Beyond Planning: Healthy Environment Implementation Frameworks 64 4 Neighborhood Wellness and Recreation 71 Urban Design and Wellness Industry Market Research 71 Aging and Wellness 73 Redefining the Lifelong Environment: Wellness in Community 77 Conclusion 86 Part II Networks and Diversity 87 5 Connections 89 Connectivity 91 Pedestrian Access and Transit 103 6 Diversity 109 Planning for Diversity 109 Zoning for Diversity 111 Building Codes and Housing Diversity 121 Part III Seniors Housing 125 7 Evolution of Senior Development Types 129 Early Senior Care Models 129 Institutional Neglect 133 Diversification of the Senior Housing Type 134 8 The Lifelong Neighborhood Market 149 Market Study Elements of Critical Importance to Lifelong Neighborhoods 149 Factors That Contribute to Residency in Age-Restricted Communities 156 Factors That Deter Older Adults from Moving to Age-Restricted Communities 164 Lifelong Neighborhoods and Influencing Factors 167 9 Seniors Housing Components 171 Initiating Lifelong Neighborhood Design with a Market Study 172 Seniors Housing Components 174 Service Policy Components 198 Built-Environment Policy Components 199 Part IV Urban to Rural Case Studies 207 10 Penn South NORC Case Study of Aging a Dense Urban Core 209 Lifelong Summary 209 Context 210 Innovations in Health and Wellness Programming: Penn South Discovers the NORC Concept 212 Connectivity and Access 214 Dwellings and Retail 216 Health and Wellness 218 Community Building Spaces 219 Jeff Dullea Intergenerational Garden 220 11 Beacon Hill Case Study of Aging and Town Centers 223 Lifelong Summary 223 Context 224 Innovations in Health and Wellness Programming 225 Connectivity and Access 226 Dwellings and Retail 227 Health and Wellness 230 Community Building Spaces 232 12 Mableton Case Study of Aging and Neighborhood Center 235 Lifelong Summary 235 Overview 237 Context 238 Redeveloping as a Lifelong Community 239 Mableton Elementary School Redeveloped as a Civic Center 253 13 Elder-Centric Villages: Exploring How Senior Housing Can Incentivize Urban Renewal in Rural America 257 Lifelong Summary 257 Evaluating Small-Town Living and Walkability 259 Providing an Elder-Centric Village 263 Index 267

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Book SynopsisThe book includes background, rationale for treatment, annotated standards and guidelines for the treatment of historic buildings, building systems, and materials. It includes information on energy conservation, and meeting LEED as well as ADA requirements.

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Book SynopsisThis practical guide serves as an essential reference for interior designers learning how to manually draft scaled floor plans, elevations, sections and three-dimensional drawings. Clearly explaining techniques and methods, it offers exercises that help build skill for drafting various components.Table of ContentsPreface vii Acknowledgments ix C H A P T E R 1 : Before Beginning 1 Key Terms and Phrases 1 About This Text 1 Chapter Descriptions 2 Drafting versus Freehand Drawing 4 What Skills Are Needed to Draft by Hand? 6 Why Learn Manual Drafting? 6 Three Critical Concepts 8 Expectations and Frustration 9 Assignments 11 C H A P T E R 2 : Getting Started 13 Key Terms and Phrases 13 Recommended Drafting Equipment and Supplies 14 Care of Tools 22 Setting Up the Drafting Surface and Starting Practice 23 Line Weights and Line Types 27 Assignments 29 C H A P T E R 3 : Understanding Orthographic Drawings 31 Key Terms and Phrases 31 Defining Orthographic Drawing 32 Orthographic Views for Interior Spaces 33 Understanding Orthographic Projection 40 Considerations for Creating Orthographic Views 40 Drafting Conventions 49 Assignments 51 C H A P T E R 4 : Learning Architectural Lettering 53 Key Terms and Phrases 53 Guidelines 53 Numbers 54 Letter Spacing 54 Line Spacing 55 Lettering With a Triangle 56 Stylistic Differences 57 Composing the Drawing Sheet 58 Assignments 61 C H A P T E R 5 : Adding Details 63 Key Terms and Phrases 63 Material Symbols 64 Line Weights for Details 66 Upholstered Furniture in Plan 67 Adding the Human Figure 67 Plants in the Interior 70 Windows in Elevation 70 Poché 71 Assignments 73 C H A P T E R 6 : Adding Dimensions and Notes 75 Key Terms and Phrases 75 Parts of a Dimension Line 75 Drawing Dimension Lines 77 Placement of Dimension Numbers 78 Dimensioning Variations 79 Notes in Drawings 80 Coordinating Dimensions and Notes 81 Assignments 83 C H A P T E R 7 : Developing a Set of Drawings 85 Key Terms and Phrases 85 Working Drawings 85 What Makes Multiple Sheets of Drawings a Set? 87 List of Drawings for Construction of an Interior 87 Symbols for Set Coordination 89 Making Elevation and Section Symbols 91 Steps to Developing a Set 92 Checking the Drawing Set 93 Assignments 94 C H A P T E R 8 : Drafting Three- Dimensional Drawings 97 Key Terms and Phrases 97 Types of Paraline Views 98

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Book SynopsisHere is a design manual for those interested in gaining the knowledge and skills necessary for achieving sustainability in residential settings. The book introduces the concept of regenerative design whereby built landscapes sustain and restore vital ecological functions.Trade Review"Venhaus's book is carefully organized and offers clear, concise guidance on how to deal with sites in ways that uphold both livability and ecological functions. Designing the Sustainable Site ranges from big-picture explanations of current ecological thinking to detailed techniques that can be applied at the level of the individual site." (Better! Cities & Towns, September 2012)Table of ContentsForeword Preface Acknowledgements Chapter 1. Building a Sustainable Future Chapter 2. The Sustainable Site Design Process Chapter 3. Human Health and Well-Being Chapter 4. Sustainable Solutions: Air Pollution Chapter 5. Sustainable Solutions: Urban flooring and water pollution Chapter 6. Sustainable Solutions: Water Shortages Chapter 7. Sustainable Solutions: Invasive SpeciesW. Matthew McCaw Chapter 8. Sustainable Solutions: Loss of BiodiversityW. Matthew McCaw Index.

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Book SynopsisA single-source guide to harnessing the power of 3D visualization tools for analysis and representation of landscapes Current technology allows designers to model environmental phenomena and space in new and exciting ways that go beyond the two-dimensional plane. The models, illustrations, and animations that can be created usher in a new paradigm of landscape representation that can become analytical tools as well as beautiful imagery. The text focuses on digital modeling methods that can be used to express rich environments using digital tools to develop, composite, and animate scenes. This full-color book provides coverage of 3D visualization tools for land planning and landscape architecture. The methods and theories in Modeling the Environment present landscape representation around a core set of ideas?scene, object, terrain, environment/atmosphere, time/dynamics, and the composite?that centers representation on human experience. Supported by www.lab.visual-logic.Table of ContentsForeword Preface Acknowledgments Part 1: Introduction Chapter 1: Overview of Media Chapter 2: Digital Media Industries Chapter 3: Digital Media Chapter 4: Representation, Illustration and Simulation Chapter 5: Design Practice Part 2: Scene Chapter 6: Diorama: Setting the Stage Chapter 7: Arranging the Elements Chapter 8: Composition & Views Chapter 9: Movement in the Environment Part 3: Object Chapter 10: Object Chapter 11: Overview Modeling Chapter 12: Using CAD Linework Chapter 13: Polygon Modeling Chapter 14: Spline Modeling Chapter 15: Materiality Part 4: Terrain Chapter 16: Terrain . Surface Chapter 17: Terrain Construction Chapter 18: Terrain Modeling . Meshes Chapter 19: Surface Materials Chapter 20: Distributions Part 5: Atmosphere Chapter 21: Lighting . Atmosphere Chapter 22: Rendering and Lighting Systems Chapter 23: Atmospheric Conditions Chapter 24: Advanced and Realtime Lighting Systems Chapter 25: Temporal Atmospheres Part 6: Simulation Chapter 26: Animation Chapter 27: Linking . Controllers Chapter 28: Animation Techniques Chapter 29: Simulation . Rigid Bodies Chapter 30: Simulation . Particles and Soft Bodies Chapter 31: Scripting Part 7: Composite Chapter 32: Composite Imagery Chapter 33: Composite . Scene States . Batch Chapter 34: Illustrative Composite Chapter 35: Animated Composite Bibliography Image Credits Index

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Book SynopsisUse BIM to develop strategies, expedite projects, improve outcomes, and save money. BIM is far more than an upgrade to the latest CAD software. It is a process improvement tool that leverages data to analyze and predict outcomes throughout the different phases of the building life cycle. The time for a building owner to get involved with the BIM process is not at the end of the building project but from the very beginning. BIM for Building Owners and Developers is the only guide that will help you, the owner and client, use BIM to increase transparency and create a more integrated design and construction process, which will result in better quality buildings at lower cost and in a shorter time frame. It will also help you understand what BIM can do for you and what you can expect in terms of process and commitments. You''ll discover how BIM can help improve your strategic planning, maximize ROI, support the decision-making processes, and fine-tune GAP analysis. In addiTable of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments x Chapter 1 Introduction to Building Information Modeling 1 The History of BIM 3 Future Trends 6 Facility Management Systems 10 Building Owner Objectives 17 User Experience 20 Communication 23 Procurement 24 Design Guidelines 26 Construction Process and Costs 28 Sustainability 31 Preventive Maintenance 35 Chapter Summary Key Points 37 Chapter 2 BIM with a Purpose 41 Architect's BIM 43 Contractor's BIM 48 Building Product Manufacturer's BIM 50 Owner's BIM 65 Data Standards 75 The Owner's BIM Requirements Document 79 Chapter Summary Key Points 114 Chapter 3 BIM—The Paradigm Shift 117 Historical Paradigm Shifts 124 Responding to a Paradigm Shift 126 Organizational Impact of a Paradigm Shift 130 Cultural Assessment 131 The Velocity of Technology Adoption 133 Chapter 4 Strategic Planning 139 Development of a SWOT Analysis for an Owner 140 The Three Ps 147 Plan of Action 151 Chapter Summary Key Points 151 Chapter 5 Tactics 153 Gap Analysis 153 The Playbook 159 Educational Leadership 170 BIM Content and Specifi cation Library 173 Chapter Summary Key Points 176 Chapter 6 Execution 177 "Boiling the Ocean" Approach 178 Enterprise Approach 179 Point Solution Approach 179 Compliance Approach 180 Chapter Summary Key Points 182 Chapter 7 BIM Analytics for the Enterprise 183 Measurement: The Return-on-Investment Model 189 Establishing Key Performance Indicators 193 BIM Owner Research 196 The BIM Champion 201 Research Methods 202 Summary of Information 207 Findings and Conclusions 213 Chapter Summary Key Points 214 Chapter 8 Summary 217 Notes 221 Biographies 223 Index 227

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Book SynopsisUpdated with a new Introduction by the authors and a foreword by Richard Florida, this book is a comprehensive guide book for urban designers, planners, architects, developers, environmentalists, and community leaders that illustrates how existing suburban developments can be redesigned into more urban and more sustainable places.Table of ContentsPreface vi Introduction viii Urban Versus Suburban Form viii Why Retrofits? Why Now? xii Organization of the Book xiii Acknowledgments xv Chapter 1 Instant Architecture, Instant Cities, and Incremental Metropolitanism 2 Instant Cities and Suburban Retrofits 2 Instant Architecture, Instant Public Space 6 Incremental Metropolitanism 9 How Sustainable? How Urban? 12 Chapter 2 Retrofitting Garden Apartments and Residential Subdivisions to Address Density and the New Demographics 16 Never Homogenous? The New Suburban History 17 Demographic Changes 18 Retrofitting Policy 20 Retrofitting Residential Subdivisions 22 Revising the Rules: Kansas City First Suburbs Coalition and DADUs in Seattle 23 Connect the Culs-de-sac: Apollo Beach and Laurel Bay 25 From Subdivision to Edge City: Greenway Plaza 27 From Subdivision to TOD: MetroWest 27 Reintegrating Garden Apartment Buffer Sites 29 Accommodating New Immigrants: Brookside Apartments and Gulfton 30 Market Devaluation: Park Forest Courts 32 Gentrification Infill: Gramercy and The Colony 34 Tomorrow’s Suburbanites 35 Chapter 3 Residential Case Study: Changes to “Levittown” 44 The Earliest Postwar Suburbs Are Sixty Years Old Demographic Diversity in Levittown, Willingboro, and Park Forest 46 Failure and Redevelopment of Retail Properties 51 Resistance to Change in Residential Patterns 52 Diversifying Housing Choices 54 Paths Toward Further Change 56 Chapter 4 Retrofitting Social Life Along Commercial Strips 59 Third Places in Suburbia? 59 History of the Strip and Its Building Types 62 The Drive out of Town 62 Adaptive Reuse of Big Boxes and Strip Malls for Community-Serving Activities 67 Reviving Ghostboxes 67 From Strip Malls to Community Anchors: La Grande Orange and Camino Nuevo 70 Retrofitting Shopping Centers: The Middle Scale 72 Regreening: Phalen 72 Public Sector Strategies to Support Retrofitting 75 Santana Row’s Rough Road to Riches 78 From Strip Centers to New Downtown: Temple Terrace 80 Retrofitting the Corridors Themselves: Designing for Mobility or Access or Both 81 The Transit Boulevard and the Urban Network 82 Return of the Multiway Boulevard: Cathedral City 84 Rezoning Corridors: Three Examples in Atlanta 87 Inducing Transit on a Corridor Through Form-Based Codes: Columbia Pike 90 Retrofitting the Urban Structure of Commercial Strips 92 Social Infrastructure 9 Chapter 5 Strips Case Study: Mashpee Commons, Cape Cod, Massachusetts 95 Attaching to a Well-Established Fragment of Urbanism Site History 98 Morphological Analysis 102 From Strip to Downtown: Mashpee’s Third Place 105 Chapter 6 From Regional Malls to New Downtowns Through Mixed-Use and Public Space 108 The Significance of Public Space 110 A Brief History of Malls 112 Dead and Dying Malls 114 Changing Uses to Meet Local Needs 119 Downsizing: Park Forest and Willingboro 119 From Enclosed Malls to New Downtowns 123 From Dead Mall to New Downtown: Mizner Park 123 Turning a Mall Inside Out: Winter Park Village 126 Incremental Metropolitanism Around Denver: CityCenter Englewood 129 Infilling Around a Live Mall 134 You Can Save the Tree and Have Tiffany’s, Too: Walnut Creek 134 From Mall to Transit-Served University and Office Tower: Surrey Central City 136 The Role and Form of Mixed-Use and Public Space in Retrofitted Malls 138 Chapter 7 Mall Case Study: Cottonwood, Holladay, Utah 140 From Concept to Press Release Repositioning Mall Properties 142 Market Study and Mini-Charrette 143 Charrette 146 Benefits of the Charrette 151 Chapter 8 Mall Case Study: Belmar, Lakewood, Colorado 154 “Enrich Your Life, Not Your Lawn” in Lakewood’s New Downtown “Greening”: Finding the Funding for Sustainable Urbanism 159 Morphological Analysis 162 From Bunkers to Streetscapes: Public Space 166 New Uses/New Users 170 Chapter 9 Edge City Infill: Improving Walkability and Interconnectivity 172 Redirecting Edge Cities 173 The Evolution of Edge and Edgeless Cities 177 Edgeless Cities 179 Infilling Edge Cities 180 Addison Circle 180 Legacy Town Center 182 Perimeter Place 183 How Effective Are the Infill Strategies? 186 Edge-City Retrofits Across Multiple Parcels 187 The Future of Edge Cities 191 Chapter 10 Edge City Case Study: Downtown Kendall/Dadeland, Miami-Dade County, Florida 192 Zoning the Creation of New Blocks and Squares over Multiple Parcels Regulating an Urbanizing Framework 196 Morphological Analysis 198 Demographic Analysis: Reaping the Benefits of Interconnectivity 201 Chapter 11 Suburban Office and Industrial Park Retrofits to Recruit the Creative Class 203 Suburban Industrial Parks, Office Parks, and Corporate Campuses 204 Nonconcentric Patterns of Commuting 206 Polycentric Atlanta: Bellsouth in Lenox Park, Midtown, and Lindbergh City Center 207 Recruiting the Creative Class 209 Creative Campus: SkySong 211 Retrofitting Suburban Workplaces 211 Glass Box Lofts: Cloud 9 Sky Flats 212 Lofts on the Interstate: Upper Rock 214 Retrofitting Industrial Parks 216 Instant Urbanism: Westwood Station 217 Chapter 12 Office Park Case Study: University Town Center, Prince George’s County, Maryland 219 Finishing a Job Started Almost Half a Century Ago Transit Provides Opportunity for Infilling with Mixed Use 222 Morphological Analysis 225 Demographic Analysis: Appeal to the Creative Class? 228 Epilogue: The Landscape of Incremental Metropolitanism in 2050 230 Notes 234 Image Credits 248 Index 249

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Book SynopsisWhen it comes to golf course design, Robert Muir Graves and Geoffrey S. Cornish are true masters. Over the past few decades, they have produced every type of course imaginable: long and short, entry level and upscale, courses built on ocean bluffs and swamps, courses located in the United States and around the world.Table of ContentsTHE GAME AND THE COURSE. The History of Golf and Golf Course Design (R. Graves, et al.). Planning the Course (R. Graves, et al.). Selecting the Site and Routing the Course (R. Graves & G. Cornish). The Design of a Golf Hole (R. Graves, et al.). Planning Major Changes (R. Graves & G. Cornish). Planning the Adjacent Real Estate (K. DeMay). Practice Facilities, Short Courses, and Cayman Golf (R. Graves, et al.). CONSTRUCTION AND GROW-IN. Constructing the Golf Course (R. Graves & G. Cornish). Drainage (R. Graves & G. Cornish). Golf Course Irrigation (J. Barrett). Golf Courses on Derelict Land (W. Amick). Grassing the Golf Course (R. Graves, et al.). Turfgrass Selection for Golf Construction (J. Snow). Construction Methods, Equipment, and Commodities: The Constructor's Viewpoint (W. Paumen, et al.). THE BUSINESS OF GOLF COURSE DESIGN. Golf Course Financing (R. Norton). Utilizing a Team Approach to Permitting and Construction Monitoring (S. Anthony, et al.). The Business of Building a Golf Course (R. Graves & G. Cornish). Training the Golf Course Architect (R. Graves, et al.). Appendices. Bibliography. Glossary. About the Contributing Authors. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisComprehensive, in-depth coverage from leading experts in thefield A historic building is a fragile resource that requires the finestcare. Maintenance and rehabilitation of walls and facades call fora thorough understanding of the forces that cause deterioration,knowledge of the properties of building materials, up-to-dateinspection tools and methods, and a solid command of renovation andrepair techniques. In this complete reference manual, recognizedexperts provide state-of-the-art information and methodologies forthe inspection, maintenance, and restoration of historic buildingsof virtually every period, style, and material. Each chapter opens with a general discussion of the facade materialand the ways in which structural and decorative elements arevulnerable to an array of environmental forces. After a detailedinvestigation of tools and techniques for inspection, the textexplores planning issues for the restoration or replacement offacade components. Special featurTable of ContentsInspection. Plan for Restoration or Replacement of Facade Components. Stone Masonry. Brick Masonry. Terra-Cotta Masonry. Cast Stone. Mortar. Concrete. Cast Iron. Sheet Metal. Wood. Caulks and Sealants. Selected Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe paperback edition of the critically-acclaimed, pioneering book on successful urban recovery. Two urban experts draw on their firsthand observations of downtown change across the country to identify a flexible, effective approach to urban rejuvenation.Trade ReviewIn Cities Back from the Edge, Gratz and Mintz offer a love song forthe city...their volume, attractively packaged and richlyillustrated, is really a cookbook for downtown revitalization. Itturns out the most valuable contribution to urban understanding ofthe year isn't only a book, it's also a bumper sticker: Thinkglobally, act locally."--The Wall Street Journal Cities Back From the Edge was featured again in The New York Times.Frank Rich writes, "In their new book persuasively arguing for lessgrandiose, more indigenous urban renewal, Roberta Brandes Gratz andNorman Mintz write that a 'collection of visitor attractions doesnot add up to a city' whether those attractions are culturalcenters, convention centers, aquariums, stadiums or enclosedmalls."--The New York Times "...provides a fascinating insight into the US Urban Designscenario..." (Urban Design, Autumn 2001)Table of ContentsWHERE ARE WE? Mansfield, Ohio--Getting Off the Big Project Merry-Go-Round. The Mess We Have Made. Project Planning or Urban Husbandry--The Choice. TRANSPORTATION AND PLACE. Death and Rebirth of the Public Realm. Rebuilding Place, Valuing Transit. Undoing Sprawl. BIG, LITTLE, AND PREDATOR. Free Competition or No Competition? You Don't Have to Be Wal-Mart to Be Wal-Mart. To Market, To Market. DOWNTOWN ESSENTIALS. Public Buildings, Public Policies. Back to Basics. Investing in People. IT'S HAPPENING. The SoHo Syndrome. Conclusion. Index.

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Book SynopsisFrom the Moorish synagogue in small Texas town, to the New England meetinghouse nestled in the palm trees of Hawaii, this comprehensive historical survey of America''s religious architecture celebrates the country''s ethnic and spiritual diversity through the magnificent breadth of these community landmarks. The first comprehensive architectural and cultural history of its kind, the book features 500 places of worship nationwide, many listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Includes over 300 black-and-white photographs and foreword by Bill Moyers, creator of the PBS Genesis series.Table of ContentsAmerica's Religious Heritage. New England. Middle Atlantic Region. East North Central Region. West North Central Region. South Atlantic Region. East South Central Region. West South Central Region. Mountain Region. Pacific Region. Glossary. Bibliography. Illustration Credits. Index.

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Book SynopsisUnleash the design potential in codes Building codes and standards are often seen as obstacles to design excellence. Not any more! With the help of this down-to-earth guide, architecture professionals and students can stop dreading these rules and start using them to their advantage. Cracking the Codes makes codes and standards accessible by promoting a sound understanding of regulatory issues --without getting caught up in the minutiae. The book works the way projects do, moving through each stage of the planning process to identify and consolidate the basic regulatory requirements that must be addressed at every step along the way. It equips readers not only to recognize issues that call for regulatory research and to work effectively with appropriate consultants, but also to suggest strategic directions that are compatible with regulatory requirements and to make informed decisions in response to consultants'' advice. In addition to the model bTable of ContentsBACKGROUND. People. Rules. SITE SELECTION AND DESIGN. Use. Position. URBAN DESIGN. Massing. Enclosure. BUILDING DESIGN. Fundamentals. Rooms. Circulation. Detailing. PROCESS AND APPENDIX. Method. Appendix. Suggested Readings. Endnotes. Index.

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Book SynopsisIntended for managers and facility professionals who don't have a background in design, or for students just getting started, this guide identifies major technical and design issues involved in office interior design, and provides the basics needed to successfully manage the project.Table of ContentsPLANNING AND MANAGEMENT. Strategic Facilities Planning. Project Organization: The Project Planning Process. Selecting an Interior Architect. Project Execution: The Design Process. DESIGN. Planning Components of the Office Environment. Support Systems. Interior Design Elements. Resources. Appendices. Glossary. Index.

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Book SynopsisQuickly master architectural programming concepts, skills, and techniques In the essential discipline of architectural programming, the ideas of philosophy, sociology, anthropology, psychology, and history find their focus in the realities of site conditions, budgets, and functionality. Author Edith Cherry vividly demonstrates in this inspiring tutorial that the programming process not only helps architects avoid the endless design revisions occurring in most projects, but that it is also the key to designing for optimal form and function. Programming for Design lets you rapidly acquire the knowledge and skills needed to successfully program a moderate-size space. Rather than simply describe basic principles and practices, this straightforward guide helps you master architectural programming by actually doing it. Professor Cherry identifies the central issues involved and describes the skills needed to work with clients to identify problems to be solved by a Table of ContentsPREPARING FOR PROGRAMMING. Think About Thinking. Clients. THE ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING PROJECT. Researching the Project Background. Identifying Goals and Objectives. Gathering and Analyzing Information. Identifying Programmatic Strategies. Establishing Quantitative Requirements. The Synthesis of the Design Problem. Documentation. A Synthesis of the Architectural Programming Task. Appendices. Bibliography and References. Illustration Credits. Index.

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Book SynopsisIt's no secret that patterns and combinations of patterns in an interior design can produce a broad variety of physical, emotional, and psychological responses in those who view them-from cheerfulness and a desire to get things done to agitation or lethargy.Table of ContentsThe Patterns We Select: The Patterns That Surround Us. Who Selects Which Type of Pattern. Pattern Language and Response. Perception Psychology: How Our Eyes and Brain Process Pattern. Psychological Effects of Pattern Design and Our Cultural Perceptions. Cultural, Historic, and Environmental Nuances of Pattern. Pattern Rules, Principles, and Techniques. Color Combinations, Styles, and Pattern. The Style Language of Pattern in Home and Workplace. Working with Pattern for Specific Effect. Bibliography and Sources. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe Architect's Essentials of Professional Practice Series provides substantive information on the business of architecture, and its affiliated professions, to maintain and improve the quality of the professional and business environment. Each book will be practical, applied, concise, portable, affordable, and user-friendly.Table of ContentsPreface. PART I: PROPOSAL PLANNING. What's So Special About Writing a Proposal? Setting the Stage for Winning Proposals: Marketing. Setting the Stage for Winning Proposals: How Much Should You Spend? Setting the Stage for Winning Proposals: Types of Proposals. To Bid or Not to Bid? The Go/No-Go Decision. Your Proposal Strategy. Your Proposal Plan, Your Team, and the Process. PART II: PROPOSAL ELEMENTS. Up Front: Cover Letter, Table of Contents, Executive Summary. Résumés. Scope of Services and Approach. Schedule, Budget, and Fee. Related Experience. Additonal Materials: SF 254/255 Forms, Appendix; and Management Proposal. PART III: PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT. Giving Your Proposal Finesse: Writing and Graphics. The Red Team Review. It's Ready, Now What? PART IV: PROPOSAL PRESENTATION. Your Presentation Team. Your Presentation Contents. Visuals. Preparing and Rehearsing. Afterwards. Index.

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Book SynopsisFor more than forty years this text has been educating students about the history of city planning and its contemporary practice. The sixth edition brings students up-to-date with new coverage of computer modeling, the new exurbia and megalopolis, seismic issues, hazardous waste, development vs. no growth, environmental concerns, and participatory planning.Table of ContentsPartial table of contents: KNOWLEDGE--THE BASIS FOR PLANNING. Ecosphere. Resources. URBANISM IS BORN. The Dawn of Urbanization. The Classic City. The Medieval Town. The Neoclassic City. THE CITY IN TRANSITION. The Industrial Revolution. The City of Contrasts. Improvements in Housing. MODERN TRENDS. Twenties and Thirties Looking to the Future. World War II and After. THE PLANNING PROCESS. Public Planning. Private Planning. The Legal Foundation. PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE. Land Use Element. Housing Element. Seismic Safety Element. Noise Element. Conservation Element. IMPLEMENTATION--PUTTING PLANS TO WORK: TURNING IDEAS INTOREALITY. The Zoning Plan. The Specific Plan. Subdivision of Land. The Financial Plans. REBUILDING OUR CITIES. Development Processes. Planning With Minorities. Urban Design. Art in the City. METAMORPHOSIS. Symbols of Purpose. Epilogue. Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisExamples of world-renowned masters of architecture are used in this enlightening book that explores the why of architectural drawing, rather than the how.Table of ContentsThe Lessons of Drawings for Le Corbusier. DRAWING TYPES. Orthographic Drawings. Axonometric Drawings. Perspective Drawings. APPLICATIONS OF DRAWING. Referential Drawings. Diagrams. Design Drawings. Presentation Drawings. Visionary Drawings. Representation. Endnotes. Bibliography. Index.

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