Architecture Books
John Wiley & Sons Inc Plan and Section Drawing
Book SynopsisThe Second Edition of this classic, comprehensive guide to plan and section drawing has been completely updated to serve the needs of today''s architects and landscape architects. Sweeping stylistic and technical advances made since its original publication fifteen years ago are added to this new edition, which also includes new chapters on process and computer graphics.Table of ContentsPresentation Graphics vs. Process Graphics. Design Process. Analytical Drawings. Concept Drawings. Design Drawings. Line. Plan Graphics. Sections and Elevations. Section Graphics. Computer Graphics.
£56.95
John Wiley & Sons Inc Simplified Irrigation Design
Book SynopsisThe Second Edition of this best-selling academic guide toirrigation design has been completely rewritten so you canunderstand it easily. Created for the irrigation designer andinstaller, as well as students, Simplified Irrigation Designclearly explains irrigation design and related hydraulics, withoutthe need for interpretation by teachers. Each chapter builds on theother, presenting all the fundamentals of irrigation design beforegetting into the more complicated aspects of irrigation, suchas: * basic hydraulics * pipe sizing * friction loss calculations * determining water pressure. Photos and illustrations show exactly how every concept and pieceof equipment works. In addition, you''ll learn how to estimate costsand write specifications. Pipe sizes are described according toASTM to help you fully understand the limits of irrigation pipeuse. The expanded Second Edition of this popular guide to landscapeirrigation includes all the latest equipment and techniques. JTable of ContentsPartial table of contents: SPRINKLER IRRIGATION. Sprinkler Head Performance. Types of Sprinkler Heads. Determining Geographical Areas. Sizing Irrigation Pipe. Calculating Water Supply and Pressure. Sizing Wire to Electric Valves. Winterizing the Irrigation System. Backflow Prevention. Triangular Spacing of Sprinkler Heads. Pipe Loops. Installation Details. Cost Estimating. Making Solvent-Cemented Joints with PVC Pipe and Fittings. As-Built Drawings. DRIP IRRIGATION. Getting Acquainted with Drip Irrigation. Drip Tube and Emitter Layout. Drip Design Components. Final Drip Design Considerations. Appendices. Suggested Readings. Index.
£999.99
John Wiley & Sons Inc Graphics for Architecture
Book SynopsisGraphics for Architecture Kevin Forseth with David Vaughan A thorough understanding of design drawing enhances the designer's ability to reason out difficult graphic constructions and to select or create appropriate means for depicting buildings and environments.Table of ContentsDesign Drawings. Multiviews. Paralines. Perspectives. Shadows. Index.
£73.10
John Wiley & Sons Inc Window Treatments
Book SynopsisThis text provides information on using windows to best advantage. Readers will find instructions on calculating, specifying, and installing hard and soft window treatments, plus residential and non-residential treatments.Table of ContentsForeword by John A. Clark ix Acknowledgements xi Introduction xiii 1 Using the Window to the Best Advantage 1 2 Why Cover the Window 27 3 Popular Window Styles: How to Treat Them 43 4 Period Window Treatments 99 5 Soft Window Treatments 163 6 Calculating, Specifying, and Installing Soft Window Treatments 213 7 Hard Windows Treatments 251 8 Hard and Soft: Combining Window Treatments 289 9 Business Matters: Residential and Nonresidential 301 Sources, Terminology, and References 319 Appendices 323 Glossaries 381 Bibliography 411 Index 421
£110.15
John Wiley & Sons Inc Architectural Details Classic Pages from
Book SynopsisThis book offers a wealth of valuable, hard-to-find technical information on mid-twentieth-century building materials and systems, all carefully selected from the Fourth (1951) through Seventh (1981) editions of Ramsey/Sleeper's acclaimed Architectural Graphic Standards.Table of ContentsPublisher's Note. About the Editor. Preface. Preface to the Fourth Edition. Preface to the Fifth Edition. Preface to the Sixth Edition. Preface to the Seventh Edition. General Planning and Design Data. Sitework. Masonry. Metals. Wood and Plastics. Thermal and Moisture Protection. Doors and Windows. Interior Stairs and Stairwells. Specialties. Conveying Systems. Electrical. Energy and Environmental Design. Appendix. Index.
£135.80
John Wiley & Sons Inc Historic Millwork A Guide to Restoring and
Book SynopsisHistoric Millwork is an indispensable guide to understanding, restoring, and recreating millwork; including doors, windows, mouldings, and cabinetry. This volume features vintage illustrations along with contemporary annotations.Trade Review"The information in Historic Millwork is useful, the illustrations are charming and the book has many helpful tables." (Traditional Building, July/August 2003)Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xi Introduction xiii Chapter One: Wood and Historic Millwork 1 Chapter Two: Doors 15 Chapter Three: Windows 49 Chapter Four: Moldings 83 Chapter Five: Cabinets, Store Fixtures, and Built-Ins 103 Chapter Six: Short-Lived Millwork Items 139 Glossary 191 Bibliography 195 Index 199
£999.99
John Wiley & Sons Inc Planning and Urban Design Standards
Book SynopsisThis is an entirely new definitive reference work for anyone involved with planning and development. Based on the 70-year success of Architectural Graphic Standards, this new book is destined to become the bible for the planning field.Table of ContentsPublisher’s Note ix Foreword x Preface xi Acknowledgments xii User Guide xv Part 1 Plans and Plan Making 1 Plan Making 3 Plan Making 3 Types of Plans 6 Comprehensive Plans 6 Urban Design Plans 10 Regional Plans 14 Neighborhood Plans 16 Downtown Plans 18 Corridor Plans 23 Redevelopment Area Plans 25 Transportation Plans 27 Housing Plans 31 Economic Development Plans 34 Community Facilities Plans 36 Parks and Open-Space Plans 38 Critical and Sensitive Areas Plans 41 Hazard Mitigation Plans 43 Participation 46 Role of Participation 46 Stakeholder Identification 49 Surveys 51 Asset Mapping 53 Community Visioning 55 Charrettes 57 Public Meetings 59 Public Hearings 62 Computer-Based Public Participation 63 Facilitation 65 Consensus Building and Dispute Resolution 66 Planning Movements 68 The Landscape Tradition 68 Engineering Livable Cities 70 Garden Cities 71 City Beautiful 73 Practical Planning 75 Regionalism, 1910 to 1940 77 Public Housing and Urban Renewal 79 Measuring and Modeling 81 Advocacy and Equity Planning 82 Urban Growth and Environmental Concerns 84 Statewide Land-Use Planning Programs 86 Redesigning Downtown 87 Renewed Neighborhoods, New Towns, and New Urbanism 89 New Regionalism: Environment, Politics, and Planning 91 Environmental Justice 93 Sustainability 95 Healthy Cities and Communities 96 Part 2 Environmental Management 97 Environmental Management Overview 99 Environmental Planning Considerations 99 Air 101 Air Quality 101 Air Sheds 103 Heat Islands 105 Water 107 Hydrologic Cycle 107 Watersheds 109 Aquifers 111 Groundwater Movement and Recharge 113 Rivers and Streams 115 Floodplains and Riparian Corridors 118 River and Stream Restoration 122 Types of Wetlands 125 Wetlands Delineation 127 Wetlands Mitigation 128 Beach and Dune Systems 130 Estuaries, Flats, and Marshes 133 Land 135 Soils Classification and Mechanics 135 Slope, Relief, and Aspect 137 Habitat Patches, Corridors, and Matrix 139 Disturbance Zones 141 Biodiversity Protection 143 Invasive Species 145 Hazards 148 Flood Hazards 149 Erosion and Sedimentation 151 Hurricanes and Coastal Storms 154 Landslides 156 Sinkholes and Subsidence 159 Earthquakes 161 Wildfires 164 Underground Leaks 166 Hazardous Materials 168 Seiches and Tsunamis 171 Noise and Vibration 173 Multihazards 179 Part 3 Structures 183 Building Types 185 Residential Types 185 Single-Family Detached 189 Single-Family Attached 190 Multifamily Low-Rise 191 Multifamily Mid-Rise 192 Multifamily High-Rise 193 Manufactured Housing 194 Office Buildings 196 Warehouse and Distribution Facilities 200 Elementary, Middle, and High Schools 203 Fire and Rescue Stations 207 Police Stations 210 Medical Facilities 214 Transportation 219 Sidewalks 219 Hierarchy of Streets and Roads 226 Street Networks and Street Connectivity 229 Alleys and Driveways 233 Vehicle Turning Radii 236 Traffic Calming 238 Pedestrian-Friendly Streets 242 Considerations for Determining Parking Ratios 245 Shared Parking 247 Passenger Vehicle Dimensions for Parking Design 248 Vehicle Circulation for Parking Design 250 Parking Space Dimensions 253 Parking Lot Design 255 On-Street Bikeways 259 Multiuser Trails 261 Transit Planning Process 265 Bus Transit 268 Bus Rapid Transit 272 Rail Transit 278 Intermodal and Multimodal Transit Facilities 284 Airport and Land-Use Interface 287 Airside 295 Landside 297 Utilities 300 Waste Management Overview 300 Transfer Stations 302 Landfills 305 Incinerators 310 Waste Diversion 314 Hazardous Waste Management 318 Composting 321 Wastewater Overview 324 Wastewater Collection Systems 326 Wastewater Treatment 329 Natural Wastewater Treatment Systems 334 Stormwater Overview, Runoff, and Recharge 336 Stormwater Treatment 340 Stormwater Drainage and Flood Management 343 Water Supply 345 Water Treatment 347 Water Storage and Distribution 350 Water Conservation 353 Wireless Infrastructure Overview 355 Colocation of Wireless Equipment 357 Signage 359 Signs Generally 359 On-Premise Signs 360 Legal Issues in Sign Regulation 364 Parks and Open Space 366 Types of Parks 366 Greenways and Trails 372 Conservation Areas 376 Playgrounds 379 Farming and Forestry 384 Farms 384 Feedlots 387 Forestry 389 Part 4 Places and Placemaking 393 Regions 395 Regions 395 Theories of City Form 399 Urban Patterns 399 Urban Morphology 401 Life-Cycle Model of Land-Use Change 403 Early Theories: Concentric Zones, Sector Theory, Multiple Nuclei 405 Recent Theories: Dispersed City, Edge City, Peripheral City 407 Places and Districts 409 Neighborhoods 409 Neighborhood Centers 412 Physical Structure of Downtowns 415 Commercial Corridors 418 Historic Districts 421 Waterfronts 425 Specialty Retail Districts 430 Sexually Oriented Businesses 432 Arts Districts 435 Convention Center Districts 437 Industrial Parks 440 Office Parks 442 Main Streets 444 Development Types 447 Mixed-Use Development 447 Transit-Oriented Development 450 Conservation Development 453 Infill Development 456 HOPE VI 458 Design Considerations 460 Environmental Site Analysis 460 Urban Analysis 463 Scale and Density 468 Safety 472 Walkability 478 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design—LEED 481 Energy-Efficient Development 484 Green Infrastructure 486 Wayfinding Systems 488 Streetscape 491 Part 5 Analysis Techniques 501 Projections and Demand Analysis 503 Population Projections 503 Economic Base and Econometric Projections 507 Housing Needs Assessment 509 Parks, Recreation, and Open-Space Needs Assessment 512 Impact Assessment 514 Environmental Impact Assessment 514 Fiscal Impact Assessment 518 Traffic Impact Studies 521 Transit Impact Studies 524 Traffic Sheds 526 Mapping 527 Mapping Data Overview 527 Aerial Photographs and Digital Orthophoto Quadrangles 529 U.S. Geological Survey Topographic Maps 530 Property Maps in Modern Cadastre 535 Census Data and Demographic Mapping 536 Remote Sensing and Satellite Image Classification 538 Geographic Information Systems 540 Visualization 543 Visualization Overview 543 Montage Visualization 545 Three-Dimensional Visualization 547 Visual Preference Techniques 549 Part 6 Implementation Techniques 553 Legal Foundations 555 Planning Law Overview 555 Property Rights, Police Power, Nuisance, and Vested Rights 556 Due Process and Equal Protection 558 Freedom of Religion and Expression 560 Eminent Domain,Takings, and Exactions 563 Clean Air Act 566 Clean Water Act 567 National Environmental Policy Act 569 Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act 572 Endangered Species Act 574 Safe Drinking Water Act 576 Resource Conservation and Recovery Act 578 Current Federal Transportation Laws 579 Federal Housing and Community Development Law 581 Federal Disaster Law 584 Other Federal Laws 586 State Enabling Legislation 589 State Environmental Policy Acts 590 Zoning Regulation 593 Subdivision Regulation 597 Planned Unit Development 599 Innovations in Local Zoning Regulations 601 Growth Management 604 Adequate Public Facilities and Concurrency Management 604 Urban Growth Areas 606 Development Impact Fees 609 Transfer and Purchase of Development Rights 610 Smart Growth Audits 611 Transportation and Land-Use Connection 613 Preservation, Conservation, and Reuse 616 Open-Space Preservation Techniques 616 Farmland Preservation 618 Land Evaluation and Site Assessment 621 Viewshed Protection 622 Historic Structures 627 Military Base Closure and Conversion 631 Brownfields 633 Rails to Trails 635 Revitalization and Economic Development 637 Capital Improvement Programs 637 Empowerment Zones and Enterprise Communities 639 Tax Increment Financing 641 Planned Manufacturing Districts 644 Redevelopment Agencies 645 Business Improvement Districts 646 Current Planning 648 Development Services 648 Staff Reports for Development Proposals 650 Site Plan Review 652 Design Guidelines 655 Real Estate Development 659 Financing Methods and Techniques 659 Financial Planning and Analysis: The Pro Forma 662 Development and Approval Process 668 Resources 671 APA Divisions and Chapters 694 The Planning Accreditation Board’s Accredited University Planning Programs 695 Land-Based Classification Standards 702 Graphic Symbols and Drawing Annotations 710 National Planning Award Winners 711 Index 713
£196.60
John Wiley & Sons Inc Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards
Book SynopsisLandscape Architectural Graphic Standards is an entirely new, definitive reference work for everyone involved with landscape architecture, design, and construction. Based on the 70-year success of Architectural Graphic Standards, this new book is destined to become the ?bible? for the landscape field.Trade Review"This impressive volume represents the work of more than 100 authors, brought together under the able editorship of Leonard J. Hopper. The successful Wiley series of Architectural Graphic Standards editions formed its basis, and it is likely that this title will also have a long run of valued versions. It should be considered an essential purchase for academic and professional libraries that support landscape architects and would also be useful for larger public libraries frequented by city planners." (American Reference Books Annual, 2008) "This is a thorough and comprehensive reference to the standards and practices of landscape architecture and design necessary for producing professional drawings." (Book News, February 2008)Table of ContentsPublisher’s Note. Foreword. Preface. Acknowledgments. User Guide. Part 1: PRACTICE OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE. GENERAL. Overview of the Profession. History of the Profession. CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION. Overview of Construction Documentation. Construction Drawing Layout. Symbols. Landscape Surveys. Landscape Planning. Landscape Modeling. Computer-Aided Design (CAD). Geographic Information Systems (GIS). ENVIRONMENTAL AND LEGAL. Environmental Review. Legal: Permits and Regulations. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION. Project Management. Business Administration: Records, Legal, Liability. Project Manual. Cost Estimating. Bidding. Construction Observation. Postoccupancy Evaluation. Part 2: STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES. HUMAN FACTORS. Human Dimensions. Human Nature and Spatial Relationships. Community Participation. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS. Modifying Solar Radiation. Modifying Wind. Regional Climate. Modifying Microclimates. Modifying Air Quality. Brownfields Evaluation. Environmental Hazards. Wetlands Evaluation. Resource Inventory and Conservation. Sustainable Site Design. Applying Visual Resource Assessment for Highway Planning. CULTURAL FACTORS. Historic Landscapes. Cultural Districts. SECURITY CONSIDERATIONS. Crime Prevention through Environmental Design. Site Security Planning and Landscape Design Criteria. SITE PLANNING. Commercial Site Development. The Town Planning Process. Environmental Site Analysis. Rural Village Design. Elements of Urbanism. Regional Types. Plan Types. Block Types. Open Space Types. Building Types. Spatial Definition. Frontage Types. Landscape Types. Thoroughfare Nomenclature. Thoroughfare Types. Traditional Neighborhood Design. Site Planning for Fire Protection. Residential Site Planning. Residential Density. Single-Family Detached Housing. Single-Family Attached Housing. Exterior Space Design. LEEDTM Application in Site Planning. Context-Sensitive Solutions. Transit-Oriented Development. CIRCULATION. Vehicle Dimensions. Truck and Trailer Sizes. Truck Docks. Vehicular Circulation. Parking Standards. Parking Lot Design Guidelines. Parking Lot Entry and Exit Design. Parking Space Dimensions. Parking Lot Design. Accessible Parking. Bicycle Circulation. Recreational Trails and Shared-Use Paths. ACCESSIBILITY. Introduction to Accessible Design: Codes, Laws, and Regulations. Accessible Compliance for Projects. Reach Ranges for Accessibility. Protruding Objects in Circulation Paths. Accessible Routes and Walking Surfaces. Accessible Curb Ramps and Passenger Loading. Access to the Outdoor Setting. Part 3: PROCESS, IMPLEMENTATION,AND APPLICATION. CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS, EARTHWORK, AND ROAD ALIGNMENT. Site Construction Overview. Soil Mechanics. Excavation Support Systems. Embankment Stabilization. Site Grading and Earthwork. Cut and Fill Calculations. Road Alignment. WATER SUPPLY AND MANAGEMENT. Water Distribution. Subsurface Drainage Systems. Surface Drainage Systems. Manholes, Inlets, and Catch Basins. Runoff Control Systems. Water Supply Systems for Irrigation:Water Conservation. Wastewater Management: Graywater Harvest and Treatment. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT. Site Design for Stormwater Management. Stormwater Hydrology. Stormwater Conveyance. Stormwater Quantity Control. Stormwater Quality Control. Rainwater Harvesting. Stream Restoration. Designing and Sizing Pipe Systems. IRRIGATION AND WATER FEATURES. Irrigation. Water Features, Fountains, and Pools. Fountain Examples. Fountains and Decorative Pools. Garden Structures. PAVEMENT AND STRUCTURES IN THE LANDSCAPE. Pavement in the Landscape. Unit Pavers. Concrete Pavement. Asphaltic Concrete Pavement. Overview of Structures in the Landscape. Wetland Preservation. Stairs, Ramps, and Curbs. Freestanding and Retaining Walls. Fences and Screens. Gazebos and Freestanding Wood Structures. Overhead Structures. Wood Decks. Wood Decking. Wood Decks:Walkways and Stairs. Timber Bridges. Timber Bridges Details. SITE AMENITIES. Site Furnishings. Flags and Flagpoles. Site and Street Furnishings. Lighting. PLANTING. Public Planting Design Principles. Residential Landscape Design Principles. Environmental Effects of Trees. Site Considerations, Plant Installation Requirements, and Details. Soil Improvement. Tree Planting in Urban Areas. Soils: Urban or Disturbed. Recommended Ornamental and Shade Trees for Use in Landscape Design in the Continental United States. Native Species: Upper Midwest. Native Plants. Xeriscape Design. Forest Preservation and Old-Growth Forests. Construction Damage to Existing Trees On-Site:Avoidance, Protection, and Preservation. Plant Maintenance. Interior Plants. Interior Landscaping. Interior Plantings. Turf. Living Green Roofs and Landscapes over Structure. SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION. Plaza Membrane Waterproofing Systems over Occupied Space. Plaza Built-up Bituminous Membrane Waterproofing Systems. Plaza Liquid-Applied Elastomeric Membrane Waterproofing Systems. Built-up Roofing. Modified Bitumen Membrane Roofing. EPDM Single-Ply Roofing. Single-Ply PVC Roofing. Single-Ply PVC Roofing Details. Liquid-Applied Roofing. Protected Membrane Roofing. Spray-Applied Polyurethane Foam Roofing. Therapeutic Gardens. Commemorative Memorials. Landscape as Art. Wildlife Habitat. Campuses. Battlefields. Zoo Design. Cemetery Design and Preservation. HAZARD CONTROL. Earthquake Construction. Landslide Construction. Avalanche Construction. Forest Fires/Wildfire. Control of Flood Damage. Soil Erosion and Sediment Control. RESTORATION AND REMEDIATION. Ecological Community Restoration. Brownfields Remediation and Development. Phytoremediation. Surface Mine Reclamation. Constructed Wetlands. Sound Control and Reduction. PARKS AND RECREATION. Large City Parks. Small Urban Parks. Waterfronts. Outdoor Play Areas. Recreational Facilities. Major League Baseball. Little League Baseball and Softball. NFL and CFL Football. NCAA and Touch Football. Multipurpose High School Stadium and Football Field. Professional Soccer. NCAA and High School Soccer. Bocce, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, and Team Handball. Field and Court Construction. Backstop, Basketball Goal, and Net Construction. Track and Field Events. Track and Field Construction Details. Tennis Courts. Tennis Court Facilities and Details. Basketball. Badminton, Court and Lawn Games, and Volleyball. Shuffleboard and Horseshoes. Residential Swimming Pools. Public Swimming and Diving Pools. Competition Swimming Pools. Competition Swimming and Diving Pools. Pool Platforms, Ladders, Bulkheads, and End Wall Targets. Polo, Dressage, Horse Shows, and Rodeos. Ski Equipment, Lifts, and Slopes. Grandstands and Bleachers. Design for Snow Country. Golf Course Design: Planning and Details. Golf Course Design: Layout, Organization, and Playing Characteristics. Blending Interpretation with Landscape Architecture:The Essential Qualities of Interpretive Components. Waste Management. Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Spaces. Part 4: MATERIALS. SOILS. Soils:Agronomic. ASPHALT. Asphalt. CONCRETE. Concrete. Concrete Surfaces, Finishes, and Integral Color. Cast-in-Place Concrete. Concrete Formwork Hardware. Concrete Reinforcement: Reinforcing Bars and Wire. Concrete Surfaces: Defect Prevention, Repair, Coatings, and Treatments. Environmental and Health Considerations of Concrete. MASONRY. Brick Masonry. Concrete Masonry Units. Mortar and Grout. Anchorage and Reinforcement. Masonry Ties. METALS. Metal. Structural Welds. Nails. Screws and Bolts. Rivets, Screws, and Miscellaneous Fasteners. Shields and Anchors. W and M Steel Shapes. S, HP, C, MC, and L Steel Shapes. Structural Tees Cut from W and S Shapes. Miscellaneous Metal Angles,Tees, Zees, and Channels. Metal Tubing and Pipes. Gratings. Ornamental Ironwork Details. Perforated Metals. Perforated and Sheet Metals. WOOD. Wood and Related Materials. Wood Joints. Wood Preservatives. RECREATIONAL SURFACES. Recreational Surfaces. NURSERY STOCK. Nursery Stock Standards and Practices, Shipping and Handling, Guarantees. OTHER MATERIALS. Building Systems:Tension Fabric Structures. Architectural Fabric Structures. Architectural Fabric Structures Details. Glass Block: Design Data. Glass Block Details. Greenhouses. Geotextiles. Paints and Coatings. Paints and Coatings: Substrate Conditions. Special Coatings. SELECTION CRITERIA. Process Listings. APPENDIX. DRAWING METHODS AND GEOMETRY. Plane and Solid Geometry. Triangular and Circular Geometry. Trigonomic Tables. Ellipse Construction. Area and Volume of Irregular Figures. METRIC SYSTEM. Use of the Metric System. ASLA DECLARATION ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY. Environmental Sustainability (B205, 206, R2001). Index.
£200.40
John Wiley & Sons Inc Interior Textiles
Book SynopsisWhen it comes to both the technical and aesthetic considerations of using textiles in interior design, this book gives working professionals what they need to know. You''ll receive expert guidance to the process of textile specifications, selection, installation and maintenance, as well as an understanding of the properties of fabric types and a historical context of styles. Sustainable design and code issues are also considered. More than 500 illustrations and photographs elucidate key ideas. This survey of textiles for interior design is divided into three main parts: Fabrics: The interior design textile industry and marketplace. A study of fibers, yarns, constructions, and finishes. Codes and green design. Applications: Textile specifications and coordination of upholstery and wall coverings, window treatments, linens and accessories, and rugs and carpeting. Period Style: Oriental styles, Renaissance and Formal styles, Medieval, ColonTrade Review"Following an overview of the textiles industry, fabrics and fibers are discussed, as well as applications for furniture, wall coverings, and other uses." (Book News, February 2008)Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. PART I: TEXTILES. Chapter 1: The Textiles Industry, Profession and Careers. Chapter 2: Sustainable Interior Textiles. Chapter 3: Natural and Manufactured Fibers. Chapter 4: Yarns and Fabric Construction. Chapter 5: Fabric Conversion: Coloring and Finishing. PART II: TEXTILE APPLICATIONS. Chapter 6: Textile Specifications, Testing and Labeling. Chapter 7: Textile Aesthetics. Chapter 8: Upholstered Furniture and Slipcovers. Chapter 9: Textile Wallcoverings. Chapter 10: Window Treatments. Chapter 11: Linens and Accessories. Chapter 12: Broadloom Carpeting. Chapter 13: Hand- and Machine-Made Area Rugs. PART III: PERIOD STYLES. Chapter 14: Oriental Styles. Chapter 15: Formal Traditional Styles. Chapter 16: Medieval, Colonial and Country Styles. Chapter 17: Regional and Thematic Styles. Chapter 18: Modern Styles. Glossary. Appendix. Bibliography. Index.
£89.25
John Wiley & Sons Inc Urban Transit
Book SynopsisCovers various aspects of urban transit operations, planning and economics.Trade Review"In a unique approach, this comprehensive book provides an integration of theoretical concepts, analytical methods and practical solutions that transit operators and planners need." (Public Transport International, May 2005) "…essential knowledge for someone planning a transport system." (Tramways & Urban Transit, September 2007)Table of ContentsPreface xiii Acknowledgments xv Part I Transit Systems Operations and Networks Part II Transit Agency Economics and Organization Part III Transit Systems Planning and Mode Selection Index 641
£124.40
John Wiley & Sons Inc Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction
Book SynopsisThe most comprehensive guide to material selection & installation It takes a wise choice of building materials and details to create durable, attractive, and affordable custom homes and remodeling projects. Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction provides up-to-date, field-tested recommendations that help professionals balance cost and performance when designing and building residential projects. Steven Bliss, former editorial director of The Journal of Light Construction and founding editor of Progressive Builder, draws on his extensive knowledge as a practicing builder, designer, and construction editor to help building professionals select the right materials for every job and install them with confidence. This one-stop resource covers the real-world challenges of material selection and installation so designers, contractors, and building owners can make informed decisions for all major building components. Useful to architects, designers, and specTrade Review"This comprehensive guide just may set the standard for years to come." (Green Builder, October 2006) "By using the Guide, residential building professionals have access to a source of objective information that takes the guesswork out of selecting products and materials…." (ToolBase News, Vol. 11, Issue 2) "Readable, practical, and most of all, highly applicable….." (Old-House Journal, May-June 2006)Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xi Chapter 1 Exterior Finish 1 Rain-Screen Principle 2 Sheathing Wrap 3 Flashing Membranes 5 Wall Flashing 6 Wood Sidings 9 Wood Shingles and Shakes 15 Fiber-Cement Siding 19 Vinyl Siding 21 Stucco 24 Wood and Composite Trim 29 Trim Details 36 Caulks and Sealants 37 Exterior Adhesives 40 Exterior Wood Finishes 42 Resources 47 Chapter 2 Roofing 51 Asphalt Shingles 51 Clay, Concrete, and Composite Tile 62 Metal Roofing 74 Modular Shingles 80 Wood Shakes and Shingles 85 Low-Slope Roofing 94 Walkable Roofing Membranes 96 Roof Ventilation 97 Resources 101 Chapter 3 Windows and Doors 103 Window Types 103 Window Materials and Construction 105 Window Energy Efficiency 112 Window Flashing 119 Skylights 123 Exterior Doors 127 Resources 132 Chapter 4 Decks and Porches 135 Framing Materials 135 Decking Materials 137 Fasteners 141 Construction Details 144 Rooftop Decks 150 Covered and Screened Porches 151 Finishes for Decking 154 Resources 156 Chapter 5 Interior Finish 159 Drywall 159 Wood Floors 164 Resilient Flooring 176 Laminate Flooring 179 Carpeting 180 Interior Trim 183 Interior Doors 186 Stains and Clear Finishes 188 Sound Control 188 Lighting 194 Resources 206 Chapter 6 Kitchen and Bath 209 Kitchen Design Basics 209 Bathroom Design Basics 217 Kitchen and Bath Flooring 223 Ceramic and Stone Tile 227 Kitchen Cabinets 244 Countertops 247 Plumbing Fixtures 251 Kitchen and Bath Ventilation 261 Resources 264 Chapter 7 Indoor Air Quality 267 Overview 267 Whole-House Ventilation Strategies 270 Air Cleaning Strategies 277 Common Indoor Pollutants and Sources 281 Resources 297 Index 299
£76.90
John Wiley & Sons Inc The Building Environment Active and Passive
Book SynopsisArchitects, designers, builders, and contractors must all work together to plan the mechanical and electrical equipment that controls the indoor environment of a building. Building Control Systems is the one guide that helps everyone better use the design and construction strategies that make safe, energy-efficient buildings.Trade Review"Offers new material on the environment and sustainability along with a broad survey on mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems in buildings. He favors principle concepts over technical detail, providing enough information so the architect may plan for space and access of each system, and have enough knowledge of terminology and function to coordinate effectively with specialists." (Book News, February 2008)Table of ContentsPreface ix Introduction xiii PART 1 THERMAL CONTROL CONCEPTS 1 Chapter 1 Human Comfort and Health Requirements 3 Human Physiology 5 Heat Balance 7 Metabolism 13 Clothing 14 Environmental Factors 16 Thermal Comfort Standards 21 Temperature and Humidity Extremes 28 Air Quality and Quantity 30 Chapter 2 Thermodynamic Principles 39 Heat Transfer 40 Psychrometrics 47 Chapter 3 Thermal Dynamics of Buildings 57 Heat Gain and Loss 58 Thermal Mass Dynamics 69 Moisture Problems 72 Chapter 4 Load Calculations 79 Heating and Cooling Loads 80 Selecting Design Temperature and Humidity Conditions 85 Solar Gain Through Fenestration 87 Heat Transmission Through the Building Envelope 95 Internal Loads 100 Outside Air 104 Annual Energy Use Calculations 106 PART 2 THERMAL CONTROL SYSTEMS 117 Chapter 5 A Building’s Impact on the Environment 119 Ozone Depletion 119 Global Warming 120 Energy Conservation 122 Green Design/Sustainable Design 122 Case Study 134 Chapter 6 Active HVAC Systems 139 Central Heat Sources 145 Central Cooling Sources 161 Distribution Media 171 Delivery Devices 184 Localized Exhaust Systems 197 Heat Recovery 199 Thermal Storage 200 Automatic Controls 203 Noise and Vibration 205 District Heating and Cooling 206 Chapter 7 Passive Methods 213 Load Reductions 214 Passive Solar Heating 235 Passive Cooling 241 Case Study 246 PART 3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 251 Chapter 8 Lighting 253 Principles of Illumination 257 Electrical Lighting 261 Daylighting 276 Emergency Lighting 285 Outdoor Lighting 285 Chapter 9 Normal Electrical Service 289 Loads 292 Service Entrance 296 Interior Distribution 302 Battery Power Supply 308 Utility Demand Management 310 Chapter 10 On-Site Power Generation 315 Thermal-Source Generation 316 Wind Turbines 323 Solar Photovoltaic Cells 326 Hydropower 328 Chapter 11 Special Systems 335 Signal Systems 335 Conveying Systems 340 PART 4 OTHER PIPED SYSTEMS 353 Chapter 12 Plumbing Systems 355 Water Supply 356 Plumbing Fixtures 360 Sanitary Piping 370 Stormwater Drainage 375 Chapter 13 Fire Protection 383 Detection and Alarm Systems 384 Exits: Means of Egress 389 Compartmentation 391 Smoke Control 393 Fire Suppression 399 PART 5 RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES 409 Chapter 14 Architectural Acoustics 411 Sound Theory 412 Room Acoustics 415 Sound Isolation 421 Chapter 15 Building Commissioning 433 The Commissioning Plan 434 Applicable Systems and Equipment 435 Chapter 16 Design Economics 437 Payback Period 438 Life-Cycle Cost 440 Rate of Return 446 Comparative Value Analysis 447 Other Considerations 448 Appendix 453 Index 565
£105.40
John Wiley & Sons Inc Sustainable Design Ecology Architecture and
Book SynopsisMeeting the Challenge of Sustainable Design "Daniel Williams's Sustainable Design is... a thoroughly practical call for the design professions to take the next steps toward transformation of the human prospect toward a future that is sustainable and sustaining of the best in human life lived in partnership not domination.Trade Review"In the case of the new book "Sustainable Design", the intended reader is likely an architect new to sustainability, looking to follow up the HOK book. Williams serves them well with an authoritative introduction to key defining sustainable versus green design." (Architectural Record, November 2009) "Williams, a noted architect and planner, looks at the applicability of sustainable design at all scales - from the region to the community to the building. The major outcome of this book is a well-reasoned argument for a drastic renovation of the way design is taught, considered and performed." (Planetizen.com; 1/29/08) "…the intended reader is likely an architect, new to sustainability…in that respect, Williams serves them well with an authoritative introduction to key issues and terms, most notably a persuasive argument defining sustainable versus green design." (Architectural Record; 10/2007)Table of ContentsForeword by David W. Orr. Foreword by Donald Watson, FAIA. Preface. Acknowledgments. Introduction. Part 1. CHAPTER ONE: The Ecological Model. Ecology. Ecology as a Model. Waste Debts. The Value of Land. Paradigm Shift. Thinking as a System: Connectivity, Not Fragmentation. CHAPTER TWO: Sustainable Design. Where Do We Want to Go? Design Matters. Why Architects? Green Design versus Sustainable Design. Why Now? Approaching Sustainability. Place-Based Energy and Resources. Principles for Designing Sustainably. Where to Start? CHAPTER THREE: Regional Design. Evolving from Nonrenewables. Another Weak Link: The Power Grid. The Regional Design. Water: A Common Denominator. Make No Small Plans. The Regional Design Process. Regional Case Studies. Cache Valley, Utah. Farmington, Minnesota: Building within the Community Watershed. Smart Growth: Southeast Florida Coastal Communities. CHAPTER FOUR: Sustainable Urban and Community Design. A Matter of Place. Principles for Sustainable Communities. Regional Ecology and Biourbanism. Sustainable Urban and Community Case Studies. Lessons from Belle Glade: Can We Save the Everglades and Sustain Agriculture? Rio Nuevo Master Plan. Growing the Great River Park. CHAPTER FIVE: Architectural Design. The Site: Challenges and Opportunities. Site Design and Environmental Analysis. Sustainable Infrastructure. The Skin. Evolving a Sustainable Design Practice. Sustainable Design and Existing Buildings. Sustainable Interior Architecture. Part 2. CHAPTER SIX: The AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects Program. 1997 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 1998 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 1999 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 2000 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 2001 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 2002 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 2003 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 2004 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 2005 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. 2006 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects. Afterword. Sustainability Terms. Bibliography. Index. Photo Credits.
£76.90
John Wiley & Sons Inc Architectural Structures
Book SynopsisArchitectural Structures is a common-sense approach to the principles, issues, and complexities of the design process and analytic methods. * Packed with a variety of diagrams, drawings, and photographs to help visual learners understand complex concepts.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Structural design Process. Chapter 2. Loads. Chapter 3. Structural Analysis. Chapter 4. Materials. Chapter 5. Axial Members. Chapter 6. Beams. Chapter 7. Trusses. Chapter 8. Compression Structures. Chapter 9. Tensile Spanning Structures. Chapter 10. Lateral racing Systems. Index.
£110.15
John Wiley & Sons Inc Innovations in Office Design
Book SynopsisDiane Stegmeier''s landmark findings on workplace behavior in the corporate setting will prove vital in determining workplace strategy over the next ten years. Prentice Knight, CEO of CoreNet Global The author takes a truly comprehensive approach to understanding the business barriers to the successful implementation of physical space design. The Critical Influence methodology identifies areas of resistance to change and addresses them, enabling the architectural and design firm to do what they do bestcreate the appropriate workplace solution. from the Foreword by Greg Bendis One of the most difficult aspects of facility management is the inability to link environmental improvements with measurable productivity results. Stegmeier's observations in this area are based on hard facts and real research, not just abstract theories. Her work is an essential tool for any professional looking to justify facility improvements that can actually support and advTable of ContentsFOREWORD xi PREFACE xiii ACKNOWLEDGMENTS xvii INTRODUCTION 1 WHAT DEFINES THE WORKPLACE DESIGN CLIMATE? 2 PREVIEW OF WHAT’S AHEAD 3 CHAPTER 1: AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH 11 VALUES AND PERCEIVED RISKS OF AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH 11 INTERPRETATION BY DIVERSE DISCIPLINES 15 COLLABORATION BETWEEN ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN FIRMS 18 KEY COMPONENTS OF AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH 27 SUMMARY 27 CHAPTER 2: THE CRITICAL INFLUENCE SYSTEM 31 KEY FACTORS ENABLING A SUSTAINABLE PLATFORM FOR CHANGE 31 DEFINING THE CRITICAL INFLUENCE SYSTEM 32 KEY FACTORS INFLUENCING HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE WORKPLACE 35 CHAPTER 3: CREATIVITY, INNOVATION, AND THE INNOVATION-FRIENDLY WORKPLACE 71 DEFINING CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION 72 BUSINESS CASE FOR DISTINCTION 72 THEORY OF MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES 74 DESIGNING FOR DIVERSITY 77 DICHOTOMIES OF THE INNOVATION-FRIENDLY WORKPLACE 79 AN INFRASTRUCTURE FOR INNOVATION 87 THE INNOVATION-FRIENDLY WORKPLACE 94 LESSONS LEARNED IN THE DESIGN OF INNOVATION-FRIENDLY WORKPLACES 97 BENEFITS OF COLLABORATION TO INNOVATION 103 CHAPTER 4: UNDER THE INFLUENCE 105 WORKPLACE TRANSFORMATION AND THE CRITICAL INFLUENCE SYSTEM 105 SUMMARY 126 CHAPTER 5: CASE STUDIES: COLLABORATIVE WORKPLACES THAT WORK 129 CASE STUDY: ALCOA CORPORATE CENTER 130 CASE STUDY: MARCONI COMMUNICATIONS 136 CASE STUDY: SEI INVESTMENTS 143 CASE STUDY: GSA WORKPLACE 20 \ 20 145 CASE STUDY: ANALYTICAL GRAPHICS, INC. 159 CASE STUDY: PFIZER GLOBAL RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT 165 CASE STUDY: CISCO—THE CONNECTED WORKPLACE 170 CASE STUDY: GENSLER HEADQUARTERS 173 CASE STUDY: DE LAGE LANDEN 177 CHAPTER 6: COLLABORATIVE WORKPLACE PRINCIPLES 183 CULTURAL ELEMENTS FOSTERING INNOVATIVE BEHAVIOR 184 OPERATIONAL ELEMENTS FOSTERING INNOVATIVE BEHAVIOR 185 ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS FOSTERING INNOVATIVE BEHAVIOR 189 COLLABORATIVE WORKPLACE PRINCIPLES 193 CHAPTER 7: COLLABORATIVE PRINCIPLE INDEX 195 EIGHT MYTHS OF WORKPLACE COLLABORATION 196 COLLABORATIVE PRINCIPLE INDEX 203 CHAPTER 8: CRITICAL INFLUENCE DESIGN MODEL 207 INCORPORATING DISTINCT AREAS OF FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE 207 THE CRITICAL INFLUENCE DESIGN MODEL 208 GROWING THE MODEL TO SUPPORT COMPLEX CLIENT REQUIREMENTS 211 DISTINGUISHING CRITICAL INFLUENCE DESIGN FROM OTHER APPROACHES 212 A SUSTAINABLE PLATFORM FOR CHANGE 213 THE CRITICAL INFLUENCE DESIGN MODEL: ADDRESSING EMERGING BUSINESS ISSUES 219 SUMMARY 223 CHAPTER 9: APPLYING THE MODEL 225 STILL NOT CONVINCED? 225 PRECONDITIONS FOR SUCCESS 227 APPLYING THE CRITICAL INFLUENCE DESIGN MODEL 228 CONCLUSION 235 INDEX 237
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Color Drawing
Book SynopsisThe Third Edition of Michael Doyle''s classic Color Drawing remains the ultimate up-to-date resource for professionals and students who need to develop and communicate design ideas with clear, attractive, impressive color drawings. Update with over 100 pages, this Third Edition contains an entirely new section focused on state-of-the-art digital techniques to greatly enhance the sophistication of presentation drawings, and offers new and innovative ideas for the reproduction and distribution of finished drawings. Color Drawing, Third Edition Features: * A complete body of illustrated instructions demonstrating drawing development from initial concept through final presentation * Finely honed explanations of each technique and process * Faster and easier ways to create design drawings * Over 100 new pages demonstrating methods for combining hand-drawn and computer-generated drawing techniques Step-by-step, easy-to-follow images will leadTrade Review"Doyle presents an updated resource for professionals and students who need to develop and communicate design ideas with clear, attractive, impressive color drawings." (Book News, February 2008)Table of ContentsAcknowledgments. Introduction. PART I. COLOR DRAWING FOR COMMUNICATION. 1. Initial Considerations. 2. Media and Paper. 3. Technique. 4. Elements, Materials, and Finishes. 5. Scale Elements: Figures and Automobiles. PART II. COLOR DRAWING FOR PRESENTATION. 6. Color and Composition in Illustration. 7. Approaches to Creating Color Design Drawings. 8. Digital Color Drawing. Glossary. Bibliography. Design Credits. Index.
£80.70
John Wiley & Sons Inc Professional Planting Design An Architectural
Book SynopsisProfessional Planting Design bridges the gap between the one group of plant books that attempt to discuss design and another group of more academic and theoretical planting design theory books.Trade Review"The great mysteries of successful planting design are unraveled by landscape architect Scott Scarfone in Professional Planting Design. Scarfone sets out the guidelines to allow anyone from an avid amateur gardener to a professional landscape designer or architect to create a living work of art with plants." (The American Gardner, May/June 2008) "Using mainly black and white drawings and photographs to illustrate principles, he prods the reader to think first of architectural concepts, forms and textures before considering color compositions. High marks go to the author for his presentation on the application of theory." (Chicago Botanic Garden Current Books and Book Reviews Web page; summer 2007) "It is a ‘go-to’ reference for a variety of design topics from useful definitions of design fundamentals to more complex considerations of massing plants, structuring space, and deconstructing design compositions to understand how they function." (Landscape Architecture: The Magazine of the American Society of Landscape Architects, February 2008, Vol. 98, No. 2)Table of ContentsForeword viiJames A. van Sweden Foreword viiiFergus Garrett Introduction ix Planting Design: A Unique Design Profession xii Practicing the Art of Mixed Planting Design xiv 1 Mixed Planting Basics 1 Mixing and Matching 2 Evolution of a Planting Style 3 The Theory Behind Mixed Plantings: The Role of Dynamism and Diversity 7 Making the Most of the Mix 9 The Role of Plant Functionality in Design 10 Mixed Planting Bed Functions 10 Mixed Planting Bed Types 12 Cultural and Maintenance Considerations as Part of the Design Process 15 Moving on with the Planting Design Process 16 2 The Power of Succession 19 Planning for Succession 20 Components of the Mixed Planting 21 Permanent vs. Temporary Plantings 35 3 Applying Design Fundamentals to Planting Design 37 Elements of Composition 38 Using Color in the Landscape 50 The Language of Design 54 4 Structuring and Adorning the Mixed Planting Composition 69 Imposing a Planting Structure 70 Punctuating with Decorative Plants 73 Working with Plant Forms 75 Incorporating Leaf Characteristics 81 Using Foliage Color 89 Maintaining Seasonal Interest 94 5 Form–Based Approach to Mixed Planting Design 101 Understanding Form Relationships 102 Blocking a Design Pattern 107 Creating Mass: Grouping and Arranging 108 Assembling the Abstract Composition 116 Evaluating the Composition 123 6 Designing in Plan View: Creating the Beds 125 Going Horizontal 126 Grouping Plants: Developing Masses 131 Calculating Bed Depth 138 Establishing the Bed Line 140 Developing a Design Theme 145 Using a Grid 161 Conclusion 173 7 Composing and Structuring a Mixed Bed 175 Layering as Part of the Planning Process 176 Locating the Plants 177 Identify Locations of Structure Plants 177 Add Theme Plants 184 Insert Accents or Focal Points 190 Infill or Filler Plantings 196 Understanding the Importance of Massing to the Planting Composition 197 Factoring in Maintenance 203 Conclusion 206 8 Specifying Plants by Their Characteristics 207 Specifying Characteristics 208 Planning for Succession 218 Creating a Memorable Impression 226 Keeping It Simple 234 9 Understanding the Planting Environment 237 Understanding Soils 238 Exposure to the Elements 241 Accounting for Growth Behavior 243 Giving Plants Room to Grow 246 Exploiting Plant Genetics 249 Conclusion 249 10 Completing the Process: Selecting the Plants 251Selecting Plants 252Maintaining the Composition 254Conclusion 255 Bibliography 259 Index 261
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Historic Preservation Technology
Book SynopsisThis introduction to historic preservation goes well beyond the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and shows how wood, stone, masonry, and metal were used in the past and how adaptive re-use can be employed to bring modern amenities to historic structures.Trade Review"...straightforward layout and sensible approach -- each chapter tackles a different building material or architectural component, moving from a historical overview to a review of common problems and recommended solutions -- will make this detailed guide required reading for anyone interested in repairing and maintaining an old house." (Old-House Journal, July-August 2008) "Young…has done a really great job with the task he set out to do. His coverage of the subject is very comprehensive in nature." (ARBA, June 2008) "The book covers all aspects of the exterior and interior buliding fabric...Richly illustrated with photographs...a variety of useful case studies" ( Listed Heritage Magazine, September)Table of ContentsAcknowledgments ix Introduction xi Part I Process Overview 1 Chapter 1 Overview 3 Chapter 2 Health and Life Safety 17 Chapter 3 Building Pathology: Investigation, Analysis, and Assessment 31 Part II Building Materials 45 Chapter 4 Wood 47 Chapter 5 Masonry 79 Chapter 6 Concrete 115 Chapter 7 Architectural Metals 131 Part III Building Fabric 153 Chapter 8 Roofing 155 Chapter 9 Exterior Wall Cladding 175 Chapter 10 Windows 199 Chapter 11 Entrances and Porches 221 Chapter 12 Storefronts 239 Part IV Building Ornamentals and Finishes 253 Chapter 13 Floors 255 Chapter 14 Walls and Ceilings 271 Chapter 15 Art and Stained Glass 289 Chapter 16 Wood Carving and Millwork 303 Chapter 17 Decorative and Flat Plaster 319 Chapter 18 Protective and Decorative Finishes 333 Part V Special Topics 351 Chapter 19 Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Systems 353 Chapter 20 Building Service Systems 365 Chapter 21 Lighting and Electrical Systems 377 Chapter 22 Sustainability 389 Appendix A: Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties 403 Appendix B: Historic Preservation Technology Resources 415 Glossary 419 Index 429
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University of Michigan Press Form Function In ArchitectureV 1 2
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Thames & Hudson Ltd Wren World of Art
Book SynopsisSir Christopher Wren overcame a complete lack of formal training and firsthand knowledge of European architecture to become a master of his art. He built nothing before he was thirty; but by the time he was seventy and still very active, his achievements rivaled those of any European architect. Wren was gifted with a fertile imagination, and his artistic gifts were complemented by his brilliant technical ingenuity. This combination is apparent in Wren's greatest work, St. Paul's Cathedral in London, which required rebuilding after the Great Fire of 1666. The famous dome of St. Paul's is a masterpiece of engineering, but it is also considered among the most beautiful in the world; it occupies a striking place in the London skyline as a legacy to England's greatest architect.
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Thames and Hudson Ltd Prototyping for Architects
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Thames & Hudson The Architecture Concept Book
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Thames and Hudson Ltd Robot House Instrumentation Representation
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Thames & Hudson Ltd Casa Moderna
Book SynopsisA dazzling showcase of the best contemporary residential projects across Central and South America.Table of ContentsIntroduction: My House is My Refuge • 1. Tropical • 2. Mountainous • 3. Forest • 4. Urban • 5. Coastal
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Random House USA Inc Take It Outside
Book SynopsisFrom the hosts of Bravo''s Backyard Envy comes a beautifully photographed guide to converting your outdoor space into an enviable oasis, whether you have a backyard, brownstone patio, or three-season porch.Dubbed the plantfluencers by the New York Times, Mel Brasier, Garrett Magee, and James DeSantis, owners of the Manscapers landscaping company, do more than plant, mulch, and manicure a garden; they look at the space just as interior designers do a room, considering the aesthetics and the way people live in it. Now they show you how to apply familiar interior design principles to your outdoors, including: Deciding on a concept to help direct the mood of your space Zoning your space into functional areas, such as for lounging, cooking, or entertaining Defining the areas with furniture and hardscaping like fencing, decking, pools, planters, pergolas, and pathways Bringing in the green, incl
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Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale Tidy Up Your Life
Book SynopsisBring order to your home and focus to your busy life with Tidy Dad?s guiding principles and practical routines for organizing, cleaning, and prioritizing?both emotionally and physically.A father of three with a stressful job, Tyler Moore felt his life resembled an overstuffed closet: disorganized and overly busy behind tidy, closed doors. When it all became too much?for his family''s 750-square-foot apartment and his mental health?he set out to unpack the physical and emotional mess around him.Chronicling his progress as ?Tidy Dad? on Instagram, Moore learned that tidying is about so much more than the aesthetics and decluttering of a physical space. When he stepped back, reflected, and named what was just enough, he was able to devise systems and hacks that brought order to his whole life. Drawing on Moore''s experience with the everyday highs and lows of parenting, home management, and work-life balance, and filled with his signature warmth and wit, Tidy Up Your Life includes: Tidy Dad?s process for tackling overwhelming tasks?how to identify what really matters both emotionally and physically to you and the people who share your space. How to arrive at your own definition of just enough as well as thought experiments for appreciating what you already have. The goal is not always tidy but easily tidied and other principles for lifting some of the mental and physical burdens we feel when managing our homes. Tips for making a ?one-area-a-weekday? cleaning schedule and other simple routines that compliment household rhythms and reduce the mental load you may be carrying. A vital book for overwhelmed parents as well as overworked, stressed-out professionals, Tidy Up Your Life will help you live a more joyful, tidied-up life.
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Penguin Young Readers Buildings that Changed History
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University of Chicago Press Missouri Botanical Garden Climatron A Celebration of 50 Years
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Scb Wholesale Buckminster Fuller
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University of Washington Press Anton Bruehl in the Spotlight Photographs 1920s
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Actar Publishers Caza 20112015
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Phaidon Press Ltd Odile Decq Cornette Benoit
Book SynopsisOdile Decq and Benoit Cornette won 10 awards for their building, the Banque Poulaire de l'Ouest in Rennes, which opened in 1990. This book charts the architects' working process in over 20 buildings and projects, featuring their highly original models, which use colour as a coding system.Table of ContentsCredit Agricole; Credit Mutuel; Cinema et communication; Stationer's, Avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt, Paris; social housing, Rue Manin, Paris; Banque Populaire de l'Ouest Administration and Social Centres; Triangle de la Folie, La Defense; Apple Computer France Headquarters; Apple Computer France Showroom; student housing; Un Signal, La Defense; Centre for Cultural Exchange, Osaka; ENSAD-Ecole National Superieure des Arts Decoratifs; social housing, Rue Ernestine, Paris; Banque de France; Bordeaux-Merignac Airport Control Tower and Technical Building; CESTAR; Air and Space Museum; Lycee Alfred Nobel; Hyper-Tension; "HIC SAXA LOQVVNTVR" - Pfaffenberg Project; motorway viaduct and operations centre; Port de Gennevilliers; CNASEA Headquarters.
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Phaidon Press Ltd Atlas Phaidon de Arquitectura Mundial del Siglo
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Phaidon Press Ltd Construir El Nuevo Milenio Building the New
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Phaidon Press Ltd 10x103
Book SynopsisA comprehensive and generously illustrated overview of contemporary world architecture.Trade Review"The best home-improvement advice we can give is to buy Phaidon's third book in the 10 x 10 series... What marks this book out is its vast size, the crisp presentation and the quality of commentary from the experts."—GQ "A must for anyone who is interested in contemporary and new buildings... An insightful commentary on contemporary building design and a forecast of how it will develop."—Financial Times "A bookend to the boom years and hints at a more responsible future... As a collection of objects, these buildings are more prepossessing, more refined than their predecessors a decade ago... What is interesting about 10x10_3 is how well it reflects the new mood. Given how suddenly the financial crisis hit architecture, you might expect this book to be a monument to recent libertarianism or a graveyard of visionary projects never to be completed. That is definitely not the case. To their credit, the critics (especially the younger ones) have done justice to a new generation of architects who are not just interested in building objects... Excellent."—ICON
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Phaidon Press Ltd Nanotecture Espacios Diminutos Nanotecture Tiny
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Phaidon Press Ltd Movitectura Arquitectura Mvil Mobitecture Spanish
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Phaidon Press Ltd El Ornamento Es Delito Arquitectura Moderna
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Phaidon Press Ltd Grafton Architects
Book SynopsisA timely overview of the pioneering work of the acclaimed Irish architectural practice
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Phaidon Press Ltd Vivir En El Agua Casas Contemporáneas Sobre Agua
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Phaidon Press Ltd Le Corbusier
Book SynopsisA spectacular visual biography of the life and work of Le Corbusier – one of the twentieth century's most influential architectsTrade Review"As visually arresting as it is thought-provoking... An archival achievement of the highest order... Essential reading for those with even a fleeting interest in modernist architecture."—The Essential Journal
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Arcadia Publishing Toledo A History in Architecture 18351890 Images
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Arcadia Publishing Toledo A History in Architecture 18901914 Ohio
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Arcadia Publishing New York City Skyscrapers Postcard History
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DK The Architecture Book
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DK Architecture
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DK El libro de la arquitectura The Architecture Book
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Space and Power Politics War and Architecture
Book SynopsisPaul Hirst was one was one of the most original thinkers of his generation. This book is being published post-humously after his tragic death in 2003. Written with verve and lucidity, it is a scholarly account of the various ways in which space is configured by power, and in which space becomes a resource for power.Trade Review"A challenging, accessible and extremely thought-provoking volume which raises a plethora of critical questions about the future of space and power that ought to cause geographers to question too-comfortable theoretical suppositions." British Journal of Sociology "There is much within its impressive content that I believe can be of interest to group analysts. This book is steeped in historical appreciation and detail." Group Analysis "Space and Power is a compelling and often witty critique of 'the end of geography' thesis, and a searching examination of the contemporary relevance of the work of Febvre and Vidal de la Blache. An important book by a truly first-rate thinker." Stuart Corbridge, London School of Economics and Political ScienceTable of ContentsList of Illustrations. Preface by Grahame Thompson. Acknowledgements. Part I. 1. Space and Power: Architecture, Politics and War. 2. Cities, Globalization and Governance. 3. Politics and Territory. Part II. 4. The Spatial Dimensions of Power. 5. The Frontier, Conquest and Settlement. 6. War, Environment and Technology. 7. Information, Space and War. Part III. 8. Foucault and Architecture. 9. The Defence of Places: Fortification as Architecture. 10. The Defence of Places: From Sieges to Silos. Notes. Index.
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