Building construction and materials Books

Book SynopsisMuch construction work is done by sub-contractors, particularly the so-called domestic sub-contractors, appointed by the main contractor. The former usually work under the standard sub-contract DOM/1 for use with JCT 80, or DOM/2 for use with JCT 81--where there is contract design. Unfortunately, many sub-contractors'' rights are often abused because they have little or no understanding of their rights and obligations under the new contracts. Written by an experienced quantity surveyor, this new book provides a clause-by-clause summary of these important principles.Table of ContentsBasic principles; Domestic contract DOM/1; Domestic contracts DOM/2; Future developments; Flowcharts; Index

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Book SynopsisWhile most construction management books are project based, this book looks at management principles and techniques applied to the day-to-day problems facing a business in the construction industry. It covers: Business strategy Industrial relations Health and safety Managing people Financial management Quantitative methods The text includes end of chapter review questions and a range of illustrative examples. Since the book was first written in 1982 much has changed. The Second Edition has been thoroughly revised and takes account of the increased globalisation of construction, the move from public to private sector work, the drive for productivity, changing procurement methods, new emphasis on life cycle costing and much more. It will provide a valuable text for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in construction management, surveying and civil engineering as well as offering useTrade Review"In summing up, the Construction Management in Practice embodies the results of intensive research by the authors which, in my opinion, is accurate, informative, brief, and forceful - for the success of the construction management process. Finally, this book is strongly recommended for both, construction management students and practitioners." (Construction Manager, July 2002) "Providing readers with an up to date and balanced view of the industry....the comprehensive nature of the text provides a splendid response to the perennial question 'what exactly do construction mangaers do?' The authors are to be commended on the breadth of their coverage of the financial aspects of construction management, which includes discussion on value management, risk management and lifecycle costing. Both management and financial fields are treated rigorously and in depth .... It is particularly heartening to see a strong emphasis given to quantitative decision making and operational research." (Construction Management & Economics, Vol 20/5 5 July 2003)Table of ContentsPreface. Authors' note. Acknowledgements. Abbreviations. 1 Construction Management in Practice. 1.1 Characteristics of the construction industry. 1.2 Construction management in practice. 1.3 Strategic management. 1.4 Managing people. 1.5 Managing money. 1.6 Decision-making techniques. References and bibliography. 2 Introduction to Strategic Management. 2.1 Concepts and definitions. 2.2 The evolution of strategic management. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 3 Strategy Systems. 3.1 Strategic planning. 3.2 Strategic vision. 3.3 Strategic learning. 3.4 A hybrid approach. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 4 Industrial Relations. 4.1 The history and development of industrial relations. 4.2 The role of employers' associations in construction. 4.3 The structure of employers' associations. 4.4 The role of the trade unions. 4.5 Management responsibilities in industrial relations. 4.6 Empowerment and worker participation. 4.7 The industrial relations machinery. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 5 Health and Safety in Construction. 5.1 The magnitude of the problem. 5.2 Health and safety legislation. 5.3 The cost of safety. 5.4 The role of the safety officer. 5.5 Changing attitudes to safety. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 6 Managing People. Part A Planning Human Resources. 6.1 Objectives of human resource planning. 6.2 Procedures for human resource planning. Part B Managing Human Resources. 6.3 Recruitment to the industry. 6.4 Recruitment to a trade or profession. 6.5 Recruitment to the company. 6.6 Training. 6.7 Investors in People standards. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 7 Financing Business Units. 7.1 Types of business unit. 7.2 Sources of capital. 7.3 Capital structures. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 8 Budgeting. 8.1 Costs. 8.2 Profit. 8.3 Financial policy. 8.4 Revenues. 8.5 Monitoring and control. 8.6 Clients. 8.7 Consultants. 8.8 Investment appraisal. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 9 Financial Performance. 9.1 Value management. 9.2 Decisions. 9.3 Financial reporting. 9.4 Financial management. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 10 Quantitative Decision-making. 10.1 Cost models. 10.2 Probability. 10.3 Some statistical ideas. 10.4 Linear regression. 10.5 Stock control. 10.6 Just-in-time. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. 11 Operational Research. 11.1 Network analysis. 11.2 Linear programming. 11.3 Queueing. Summary. Questions. References and bibliography. Appendix A Discounted Cash Flow Tables. Appendix B Properties of the Normal Curve. Appendix C Use of Current Cost Accounting. Appendix D Recording Transactions. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe Complete Guide to Living with Thatch contains a wealth of practical information and advice for all those who live in or who are contemplating buying a thatched house, old or new. It also provides a unique reference guide and record of the hundreds of attractive thatched villages and curiosities- to visit in the British Isles.Trade Review'A comprehensive and competent study of all aspects of thatching.' Country Life 'Even a cursory glance at the photographs... reveals the serene beauty of thatched buildings... reinforced by the informative narrative.' Ideal Home 'A charming and informative read for lovers of the countryside.' Manchester Evening News 'A scholarly work, though highly readable.' Independent 'The definitive work on the subject.' Dorset Life 'A definitive manual... a book of both practical use and aesthetic appeal.' Wiltshire Life

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Book SynopsisThis work brings together the experience of specialists in the behaviour of concrete and metal structures, both above and below the ground, to actions of blast, penetration and high speed collisions. From the second international conference, 'Structures under shock and impact', this volume aims to help stimulate future research analysis.Table of ContentsMissile impact and penetration Collision mechanics Blast analysis and modelling for concrete structures and earth materials Dynamic response, residual life and damage assessment Impact loading on reinforced concrete structures Impact loading on metal, glass and composite structural elements Blast loading of surface structures Blast loading of underground structures and soils

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Book SynopsisThis book presents a unified approach for the available mathematical models of concrete, linking them to finite element analysis and to computer programs in which special provisions are made for concrete plasticity, cracking and crushing with and without concrete aggregate interlocking.Table of ContentsMaterial properties and strength on concrete-a literature survey of numerical modelling Numerical modelling of concrete strength and failure Numerical models for creep, shrinkage and temperature Numerical modelling of bond and bond-slip Numerical models for fatigue of concrete Finite element modelling of concrete structures Material modelling similation for finite element formulation Concrete structures-seismic criteria,numerical modelling of soil-concrete structure interaction and isolators Application to engineering problems Appendix

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Book SynopsisConcrete is a global material that underwrites commercial wellbeing and social development. The pressure for change and improvement of performance is relentless and necessary. Concrete must keep evolving to satisfy the increasing demands of all its users.Table of ContentsThis volume includes key papers in the following areas: Structural design considerations Developments in reinforcement materials Durability and maintenance of composite construction

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Book SynopsisBuildability demonstrates that projects that go well and leave satisfied clients and contractors are based on thorough planning and design. However, there are many factors to consider in order to achieve a successful outcome. These include the implementation of guidance on fair practice, better management and improved techniques suggested by the Latham and Egan reports, and the application of improved health and safety measures. Also required is a knowledge of practical construction and the incorporation of this knowledge into the project details from the outset.This excellent book lists simple proposals, put forward by a variety of experienced people, which, if implemented correctly, will help reduce construction problems and cost, and make the work more straightforward and safe.Buildability is a practical guide based on extensive experience of construction projects, and it will be invaluable for all those seeking to improve the efficiency of their practice.<Trade ReviewThis book fills an important gap in construction literature and makes a positive contributon to improving buildability and hence efficiency. I am sure it will benefit its readers and the construction industry generally. -- Sir Frank GibbTable of ContentsPreface Dedication The state of the industry The health and safety issuesThe business requirements Good practice in the construction process The future References Index

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Book SynopsisThere are opportunities and threats in concrete. For these opportunities to change into beneficial practice, engineers must focus on the changes that are required to champion concrete. This book deals with issues such as advances in admixture technology and concrete performance.Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Organising Committee Scientific and Technical Committee Collaborating Institutions Sponsoring Organisations with Exhibition Exhibiting Organisations Supporting Institutions Opening Paper THEME 1 ADVANCES IN ADMIXTURE TECHNOLOGY Keynote Paper Towards Tailored Superplasticizers Enhancing the Compatibility of Superplasticizers with Cements Enhancing the Performance of Concrete Subjected to Salty Seawater New High Performance Polycarboxilate Superplasticizers based on Derivative Copolymers of Maleinic Acid Interaction Between Cement and Superplasticizer in Presence of Metakaolin Correction of the Consistency of SCC by Redosing Superplasticizer Investigation of Kiln Dust BF Slag and Corrosion Inhibitors Influence in Concrete Durability Corrosion Protection Investigations With the Use of N, N-Dimethylaminoethanol Corrosion Inhibitor Compatibility of a New Generation Polycarboxylate-Type Superplasticizer with Different Set Accelerators Influence on the Degradation Products on the Hydration Delay Induced by HEC Cellulose Ethers Research of Rheological Properties of Modified Cement Mortars Self-Compacting/Curing/Compressing Concrete THEME 2 CONCRETE PERFORMANCE Keynote Paper Admixtures and Sustainability The Influence of Some Lithium Salts on the Setting and Heat Liberation Characteristics of Portland Cement Paste Influence of Non-Toxic Admixtures on the Kinetics of Cement Mixture Hydration Influence of Different Chemical Admixtures on the Rheological Properties of Mortars On the Slump Loss Problem or Superplasticized Concrete Mixed Rheological Study on the Effect of Temperature on Superplasticized Cement Pastes The Influence of Temperature on the Fluidity of Fresh Self Compacting Concrete Influence of Air Entraining Agents on Workability of Fresh High Performance Concrete Studies on Effects of Activators on Properties and Mechanism of Hydration of Portland Cement Service-Life Estimation for Concrete Structures in Marine Environment Corrosion Inhibitors fro Severe Environment Corrosion Inhibitors for Severe Environments On the Long Term Response of Concrete with a Shrinkage Reducing Admixture Closing Paper Index of Authors Subject Index

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Book SynopsisA book on concrete that looks at a problem or an issue, and discusses the underlying scientific and technological aspects, including broader contextual topics. It explains how closely we can determine the water - cement ratio of hardened concrete and considers whether we can verify the age of cracks by measuring carbonation.Trade ReviewThe approach of this book: In the authors' words... Of course, much can be written about recent developments in concrete and also a different approach is possible. This is why, in 2003, I published a new book under the title Neville on Concrete. That book deals with several aspects of concrete not covered, or only partially covered, previously. But that is not the main feature of Neville on Concrete. Unlike usual books on concrete, which proceed in an orderly and systematic manner from science to practice, the various sections of Neville on Concrete first look at a problem or an issue, and then discuss the underlying scientific and technological aspects. This is like looking at concrete through the wrong end of the telescope, which gives some new insights. I have followed largely the same approach in the present book, Concrete - Neville's Insights and Issues. For example, Sections 4.1 and 4.2 deal with a relation between the age of cracks in concrete and the observed depth of carbonation, a proposition advanced in an insurance case. To prove, or disprove, that relation, the relevant factors influencing the progress of carbonation are considered in detail. The proposition, which was used in litigation, is found to be erroneous. But what is important for a reader of this book is that the relevant sections in Chapter 4 take him or her through the actual pattern of carbonation and provide a scientific understanding of the phenomena involved in a manner more palatable than would be used in a classical text, which starts with the relevant chemical reactions, their kinetics, and the observed changes in the microstructure of the hydrated cement paste. Another distinguishing feature of this book is that it has been written by a sole author, so that the inconsistencies in terminology and internal contradictions are avoided. The only exceptions are Section 2.1 written jointly with P.-C. Aitcin, and Section 4.4 co-authored by Bob Tobin. I am grateful to them for agreeing to include our joint papers in "my" book. I have referred to litigation. Indeed, several sections of this book have their origin in lawsuits in which I appeared as an expert witness. Now that I no longer undertake court work, I feel free publicly to discuss topics on which I provided expert opinion. Of course, I do not identify individual cases or parties, but the lessons to be learnt are aired. The relevance of litigation to the structural engineer is the subject of Section 6.3. Alas, this is a topic of increasing importance because we live in a progressively more and more litigious society, and it behoves us to know the potential pitfalls. To say that litigation benefits no one would be incorrect because a large number of lawyers make good money out of it. The lawyers, who are advocates and not technical people, need technically competent experts. If, in addition, these experts can present well their expertise, if they can robustly resist occasional onslaught by lawyers for the opposing side because they know what they know and, if they neither vacillate nor exceed their field of competence - in other words, they know what they don't know - such experts can command high honoraria. The experts' contribution to establishing technical facts is essential, but we would all do much better without litigation. A great deal of uncertainty would be removed, money expended on lawyers' fees and experts' fees would be saved, insurance premiums for professional work and for construction in general would be lower. In the end, the cost of constructing a building would be lower, which would of course benefit the owner. This book does not deal with all aspects of concrete - indeed, it is not intended to be an encyclopedia, but rather a selected treatment of topics where I have 'hands-on' experience. For an encyclopedic presentation, I cannot resist advertising Properties of Concrete. Different people, especially in different countries, will find different parts of the book of direct interest. So, there is likely to be widespread appeal. In addition, academics with limited research experience, looking for a new research topic will find here a rich mine of topics that need further study and research. This is so because, to deal with a question posed in litigation, I could proceed only thus far. What is described here is a good starting point, or points, for research. A prime example of this situation is Section 4.3 with the unusual title of The Confused World of Sulfate Attack. Adam NevilleTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction About the author About the approach of this book About the arrangement of this book Chapter 2: Understanding the water-cement ratio How the Water-Cement Ratio Affects Concrete Strength Discussion How Closely Can We Determine the Water-Cement Ratio of Hardened Concrete? Court Decision on the Use of the Optical Fluorescence Microscopy Test Chapter 3: High-alumina cement Draft Standard for High-Alumina Cement: Should it Tell us How to Make Concrete? Revised Guidance on Structural Use of High-Alumina Cement. Should High-Alumina Cement be Re-Introduced into Design Codes? Discussion Chapter 4: Durability Issues Can We Determine the Age of Cracks by Measuring Carbonation? Part I Can We Determine the Age of Cracks by Measuring Carbonation? Part II The Confused World of Sulfate Attack on Concrete Sulfate in the Soil and Concrete Foundations Background to Minimising Alkali-Silica Reaction in Concrete Chapter 5: Behaviour in Service Which Way Do Cracks Run? Some Aspects of Sustainability Requirements for Residential Slabs on Grade: Part I – The ACI Approach, Part II - Uniform and International Codes Requirements for Residential Slabs on Grade Part III: Who Selects the Mix for Residential Slabs on Grade? Chapter 6: General Issues Concrete: From Mix Selection to the Finished Structure - Problems en Route Workmanship and Design Relevance of Litigation to the Structural Engineer Discussion Violation of Codes Gender in Concrete Chapter 7: An Overview Concrete: 40 years of Progress? Looking Back on Concrete in the Last Century Concrete Past and Present The Future A Farewell to Concrete Appendix Details of Original Publications Index

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Book SynopsisAs well as describing the nature of the marine environment and the effects of man-made structures on the behaviour of the sea, this books deals with hydraulic design, the material properties of concrete and the design and specification of structures for coastal environments.Table of ContentsThe coastal environment and protection Hydraulic calculation and armouring Durability of concrete at the coast Design guides and standards Specifications Design of coastal structures Movements and joints Planning and construction Maintenance and repair

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Book SynopsisThis series of Designers' Guides to the Eurocodes provides comprehensive guidance in the form of design aids, indications for the most convenient design procedures and worked examples. The books also include background information to aid the designer in understanding the reasoning behind and the objectives of the codes. All of the individual guides work in conjunction with the Designers' Guide to EN 1990: Basis of Structural Design. EN 1994, or Eurocode 4, describes the principles and requirements for safety, serviceability and durability of composite steel and concrete structures. This guide provides the user with guidance on the interpretation and use of Part 1.1. of EN 1994, General rules and rules for buildings, with flow charts and worked examples designed to show how to deal with problems that can arise in applying the code. The relationships with other Eurocode parts are explained and the provision of background information and references enaTable of ContentsPreface Introduction General Basis of design Materials Durability Structural analysis Ultimate limit states Serviceability limit states Composite joints in frames for buildings Composite slabs with profiled steel sheeting for buildings Annex A (informative). Stiffness of joint components in building Annex B (informative). Standard tests Appendix A. Lateral-tension buckling of composite beams for buildings Appendix B. The effect of slab thickness on resistance of composite slabs to longitudinal shear Appendix C. Simplified calculation method for the interaction curve for resistance of composite column cross sections to compression and uniaxial bending References Index

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Book SynopsisCESMM4 Carbon and Price Book has been compiled using the very latest update of the Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement (CESMM4). The Price Book incorporates the newest technologies without the limitations of the form of contract or the National Standards.Table of ContentsContents: Introduction SECTION 1 - Unit pricing A: General Items B: Ground Investigation C: Geotechnical and Other Specialist Processes D: Demolition and Site Clearance E: Earthworks F: In Situ Concrete G: Concrete Ancillaries H: Precast Concrete I: Pipework - Pipes J: Pipework - Fittings and Valves K: Pipework - Manholes and Pipework Ancillaries L: Pipework - Supports and Protection, Ancillaries to Laying and Excavation M: Structural Metalwork N: Miscellaneous Metalwork O: Timber P: Piles Q: Piling Ancillaries R: Roads and Pavings S: Rail Track T: Tunnels U: Brickwork, Blockwork and Masonry V: Painting W: Waterproofing X: Miscellaneous Work Y: Sewer and Water Main Renovation and Ancillary Works Z: Simple Building Works Incidental to Civil Engineering Work ZZ: Alterations SECTION 2 - Approximate estimating SECTION 3 - Plant hire rates and outputs SECTION 4 - Economic forecast SECTION 5 - Working rule agreement SECTION 6 - Professional, Government and trade bodies SECTION 7 - Technical information

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Book SynopsisThis book presents the variations, technical details and capabilities of state-of-the-art of thermal insulation materials for building applications. As a single source of information on all aspects of insulation materials, the reader can make an informed choice and select the necessary insulation accordingly.

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Book SynopsisICE Handbook of Concrete Durability, second edition is a comprehensive practical reference for professionals involved in design and maintenance of concrete structures of all types. It is an invaluable guide for construction professionals, including design engineers, consultants and contractors, as well as postgraduate students.Table of ContentsIntroduction – Design life of Concrete Structures. Physical and Chemical Deterioration Mechanisms – an overview. Pore Structure and Transport Processes. Deterioration Mechanisms – Physical. - Abrasion resistance, - Freeze-thaw resistance (frost attack), - Fire resistance Deterioration Mechanisms – Chemical Acid attack. - Sulphate attack (including hydrogen sulphide attack). - Alkali-silica reaction - Steel reinforcement corrosion Carbonation induced corrosion of steel reinforcement. Chloride induced corrosion of steel reinforcement. Durability of non-Portland cement based binders – John Provis Durability of concretes with recycled demolition aggregate Durability Performance Tests - evaluating the durability of concrete mixes. Non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring to assist service life estimates and durability – Sreejith Nanukuttan & P.A. Muhammed Basheer. Modelling/Predicting the effects of deterioration mechanisms – to be expanded to include deterministically and probabilistic durability modelling techniques Construction materials that can be used to improve the durability performance of reinforced concrete structures (Materials selection for improved durability performance). - Chemical admixtures - Mineral admixtures. - Alternative materials for the reinforcement and prestressing of concrete. Construction processes for improved durability. - Concrete manufacture – Quality Control. - Specification and achievement of cover to reinforcement. - Curing of concrete. - Controlled permeability formwork. Design aspects that can reduce the risks from deteriorating mechanisms. Case studies of durability problems - more practical and recent examples of working (or not working). Repair Methods. Issues related to performance-based specifications for concrete Advances in durability design and performance-based specification Durability Design and Performance Based Specification of Concrete (EN206 Annex J) - more practical advice of how to get things done with “dos and don’ts”. (to combine above two into one chapter with more specific information relating to EN 206 and BS 8500). Service life design and whole life costing - Prof Evan Bentz

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Book SynopsisThis book is a guide to planning and implementing the training of professional civil engineers. In an increasingly fast-moving industry, ensuring that engineers have the necessary skills, ability and commitment is key to success.

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Book SynopsisTimber is a timeless construction material and there is a growing movement to use modern methods to repair and maintain heritage structures. What is the best approach in refurbishing timber-framed buildings and how can a modern engineer understand the approaches needed to undertake these processes?

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Book SynopsisFibre-reinforced Concretes for High-performance Structures presents key information about the development, performance and design of fibre-reinforced concrete, ultra-high-performance fibre-reinforced concrete and geopolymer concrete, and critically analyses their key mechanical properties and durability characteristics.

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Book SynopsisEssentials of Construction Planning and Scheduling is a practical handbook on the planning of construction projects, from tender through to completion.Trade ReviewEssentials of Construction Planning and Scheduling isn’t just a technical reference book, Graham Robertson has been successful in capturing his lifetime’s work in an easy to read book that can be used by any construction professional. There is a lack of knowledge, skills and experience for planning and scheduling within the Built Environment sector, his book will go a long way in educating and supporting current and future industry professionals. -- Peter Millett, Managing Director, ISG

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Book SynopsisAdditive Manufacturing for Construction reveals additive manufacturing technologies for building and construction applications. The book explores on-site and off-site construction techniques, featuring design strategies which will eliminate production difficulties and minimise assembly costs, from both academic and industrial perspectives.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Extrusion Based 3D Printing Technology Chapter 2. Shotcrete 3D Printing Technology Chapter 3. Powder Bed 3D Printing Technology Chapter 4. Metal Powder Based Fusion 3D Printing Chapter 5. Wire and Arc Additive Manufacturing Chapter 6. Robocasting 3D Printing Technology Chapter 7. Design for Construction Additive Manufacturing Chapter 8. Business Opportunities and Future Directions

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Book SynopsisThe ebook edition of this title is Open Access and freely available to read online. Specification for Tunnelling, is a standard industry document for tunnelling contracts and forms the basis of tunnelling specifications for projects throughout the world..Table of ContentsChapter 1. General requirements Chapter 2. Materials Chapter 3. Methods Chapter 4. Ground stabilisation processes Chapter 5. Working environment

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Book SynopsisThe diverse range of papers in this issue gives a global perspective of the often extraordinary challenges that temporary works can and do involve.

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Book SynopsisHere''s knowledge you can build on Whether you''re building a storage shed or your dream house, the same principles govern choosing a site, setting the foundation, erecting the walls, and putting on the roof. This handy how-to guide has been totally revised and updated to cover new building materials and the latest techniques in construction and framing. It''s where to find answers and solutions, from the first stake to the last roofing nail. * Choose an appropriate site and lay out the structure * Construct a foundation that meets structural needs and weather conditions * Work with block building materials * Understand balloon frame, post-and-beam, and platform frame construction * Calculate rafter length and choose the right roofing materials * Install skylights, cornices, doors, windows, and various types of sidingTable of ContentsAcknowledgments. About the Authors. Introduction. Chapter 1: Locating a Building. Chapter 2: House Foundations. Chapter 3: Concrete Forms and Hardware. Chapter 4: Site Equipment. Chapter 5: Concrete-Block Construction. Chapter 6: Frames and Framing. Chapter 7: Floors, Girders, and Sills. Chapter 8: Constructing Walls and Partitions. Chapter 9: Framing Roofs. Chapter 10: Framing Chimneys and Fireplaces. Chapter 11: Roofs and Roofing. Chapter 12: Skylights. Chapter 13: Cornice Details. Chapter 14: Doors. Chapter 15: Windows. Chapter 16: Siding. Appendix. Index.

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Book SynopsisFully updated; the first in a four-volume set of indispensable builders'' guides Builders, remodelers, and do-it-yourselfers will love these revised, clearly organized guides. This one walks the reader through choosing, using, and maintaining appropriate hand and power tools for various jobs, then explains appropriate methods of wood joinery for different building and finishing applications. Includes an updated reference appendix.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Mechanical Drawing. Chapter 2. Clothing. Chapter 3. Straightedge. Chapter 4. Chalk Box and Line. Chapter 5. Rules. Chapter 6. "Horses" or Trestles. Chapter 7. Saw Characteristics. Chapter 8. Chisels. Chapter 9. Spoke Shave. Chapter 10. Awls. Chapter 11. Hammers. Chapter 12. Cordless Power Tools. Chapter 13. Grinding. Chapter 14. Jointing. Chapter 15. Tools. Chapter 16. Miter Tools. Chapter 17. Application of the Square.

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Book SynopsisFocuses on the history, development, trends, and evolution of hot mix asphalt (HMA) design and pavement construction. This report contains four papers that were presented at a special technical session, Evaluation of Bituminous Materials Mix-Design & Superpave, of the Conference to celebrate the 150th anniversary of ASCE in Washington, DC.

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Book SynopsisInvestigates the complex political, economic, and cultural reasons that so many developing nations lack the ability to provide effective wastewater treatment. The authors examine the failures of traditional planning, design and implementation, and offer l

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Book SynopsisA presentation of good practice in compaction grouting. This guide covers both the practical and engineering aspects of compaction grouting and is essential reading for anyone interested in specifying, designing, and/or undertaking compaction grouting.

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Book SynopsisPrepared by the Wind Tunnel Testing for Buildings and Other Structures Standards Committee of the Codes and Standards Activities Division of the Structural Engineering Institute of ASCE. Wind Tunnel Studies for Buildings and Other Structures, Standard ASCE/SEI 49-12, provides the minimum requirements for conducting and interpreting wind tunnel tests to determine wind loads on buildings and other structures. Wind tunnel tests are used to predict the wind loads and responses of a structure, structural components, and cladding to a variety of wind conditions. This Standard includes commentary that elaborates on the background and application of the requirements.

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Book SynopsisA guide for the project team to define and model the structural system within the reference building design as required by green building standards. The book sets out terms of reference including definitions, reference building options, and general considerations, and describes specific strategies to reduce life cycle impacts on a project.Table of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction Part I: Terms of Reference Glossary General Considerations Existing WBLCA Standards and Guidelines Object of Assessment System Boundary Reference Study Period Impact Indicators Functional Equivalence Team Members Stages of Design Data to Generate a Complete Building Design LCA Tools Missing Data Advanced LCA Reference Building Options Option Descriptions Combining Options, Filling Gaps, and Making Functionally Equivalent Documentation Options Matrix Part II: Strategies Structural Material Quantity Reduction Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Structure as Finish Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Nonstructural Material Quantity Reduction Scope Bill of Materials Special Considerations Performance-Based Design for Material Damage Reduction Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Impact Reductions Achieved by Using Alternate Structural Systems Scope Key Considerations for Establishing the Reference Building Bill of Materials Adjustments Limits on Deviations Impact Reduction of Functionally Equivalent Materials Scope Key Considerations for Establishing the Reference Building Bill of Materials Adjustments Material-Specific Strategies Limits on Deviations Incorporating Salvaged Materials Scope Bill of Materials Adjustments Limitations Special Considerations Material-Specific Strategies Design for Deconstruction Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Participating in Operational Energy Savings Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Appendix A: Discounting Methodologies Appendix B: LCA Tools Appendix C: Additional Resources and Case Studies

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Book SynopsisProvides a framework for the design of tall buildings for wind. This MOP presents detailed guidance on industry standard practices and design approaches that complement current literature, model codes, and standards.Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgments Chapter 1 Introduction Purpose Scope Use of This Manual Historic General Design Requirements Stakeholders Nature of Wind Limitations Chapter 2 Design Process Overview Establish Performance Objectives Preliminary Structural Design Wind Climate Assessment Wind Induced Loads and Responses Structural Modeling and Analysis Comparison of Results to Acceptance Criteria Wind Optimization Program Final Design Chapter 3 Performance Objectives Introduction 3.2 Mean Recurrence Intervals Stability Strength Evaluation of the Lateral Force Resisting System Building Displacements Nonstructural Elements Occupant Comfort Project-Specific Performance Chapter 4 Preliminary Structural Design Purpose Preliminary Wind Estimates 4.3 Estimation of Building Performance Chapter 5 Wind Climate Assessment Overview Davenport Wind Loading Chain Wind Climate – Storm Types and Data Sources Influence of Terrain Extreme Value Analysis Design Criteria – Mean Recurrence Intervals Chapter 6 Wind Tunnel Testing Overview Triggers for Testing Types of Wind Tunnel Tests Physical Testing versus Computational Estimates Testing Procedure Combining Climate and Wind Tunnel Data Typical Outputs Additional Considerations Chapter 7 Damping Overview Inherent Damping Aerodynamic Damping Supplemental Damping Supplemental Damping – Strength and Serviceability Chapter 8 Structural Modeling and Analysis Structural Modeling 8.2 Special Considerations for Reinforced Concrete Structures Chapter 9 Wind Optimization Program 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Building Orientation 9.3 Building Geometry 9.4 Holistic Optimization Chapter 10 Concluding Remarks Concurrent Research and Future Directions 10.2 Closing Remarks References Index

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Book SynopsisProvides an in-depth discussion of the relevance and reliability of sampling methods used in the investigation of constructed facilities. For investigations, the sampling of as-built conditions often becomes a basis on which a forensic engineer draws conclusions about the causes, prevalence, and severity of defects in the facility.

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Book SynopsisProvides design criteria for the determination of the strength of cold-formed stainless steel structural members and connections for use in buildings and other statically loaded structures. This is a significant update to ASCE 8-02 that incorporates the latest findings in both stainless steel and carbon steel research and practice.

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Book SynopsisThe process of planning and building or renovating a veterinary healthcare facility is often long, complex, and fraught with problems. Conceived and developed as a pre-construction self-training and orientation text, Design the Dream demonstrates how members of the practice staff and technical experts work together to create a long-range plan that will assure financial viability and regulatory complianceTable of ContentsIntroduction—Insights and Perspectives. 1. Planning Needs. 2. The Design Team. 3. Design Scope & Fees. 4. Design Elements. 5. Production Documents. 6. Public Relations. 7. The Building of the Practice Team and Other Mega Ideas. 8. Expanded Facility Planning Process. Appendices A-F

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Book SynopsisDiscover sustainable methods for designing crucial building systems for architects. This indispensable companion to Norbert Lechner''s landmark volume Heating, Cooling, Lighting: Sustainable Design Methods for Architects, Third Edition completes the author''s mission to cover all topics in the field of sustainable environmental control. It provides knowledge appropriate for the level of complexity needed at the schematic design stage and presents the most up-to-date information available in a concise, logical, accessible manner and arrangement. Although sustainability deals with many issues, those concerning energy and efficiency are the most critical, making an additional goal of this book one of providing architects with the skills and knowledge needed to create buildings that use electricity and water efficiently. Guidelines and rules-of-thumb are provided to help designers make their buildings use less energy, less water, and less of everything else to achieve their primary objTable of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xi 1 Electricity – Basic Concepts 1 1.1 Introduction 2 1.2. History of Electricity 2 1.3 The Water Analogy 4 1.4 Ohm’s Law 6 1.5 Types of Electricity 6 1.6 Power Factor 9 1.7 Types of Circuits 11 1.8 Power Generators in Series and Parallel 15 1.9 Voltage Drop 16 1.10 Electrical Power 18 1.11 Electrical Energy 19 1.12 Paying for Electricity 20 1.13 Reduction in Maximum Demand 22 1.14 Transformers 23 1.15 Electricity and Safety 24 1.16 Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) 26 1.17 Conclusion 26 Resources 26 2 Electrical Distribution in Buildings 27 2.1 Introduction 28 2.2 A Brief Historical Perspective 28 2.3 Centralized Electrical Power 30 2.4 Decentralized and Private Sources of Electricity 31 2.5 Electrical Distribution in Small Buildings 32 2.6 Electrical Distribution in Large Buildings 36 2.7 Switches, Fuses, and Circuit Breakers 39 2.8 Conductors 40 2.9 Conduits and Raceways 42 2.10 Office Landscapes 43 2.11 Electrical Safety Systems 47 2.12 Low-Voltage Circuits 50 2.13 Emergency Power 51 2.14 Communication and Building Control Wiring 53 2.15 Electrical Construction Drawings 56 2.16 Lightning Protection 56 2.17 Sustainability 58 2.18 Conclusion 59 Resources 59 3 Plumbing – Water Supply 61 3.1 Introduction 62 3.2 Brief History of Water Supply 63 3.3 Sources of Drinking Water 64 3.4 Water Use 67 3.5 Private Water Supply 68 3.6 Rainwater Harvesting 71 3.7 Water Distribution in Buildings 79 3.8 Water Quality 85 3.9 Water Efficiency 85 3.10 Hot Water 88 3.11 Hot Water Conservation 97 3.12 Conclusion 103 Resources 103 4 Drainage 105 4.1 Introduction 106 4.2 Short History of Sanitary Drainage 106 4.3 Basic Principles of Drainage 114 4.4 Basic Concepts of Plumbing Fixtures 115 4.5 Drainage Piping 116 4.6 Water Closets and Alternatives 121 4.7 Composting Toilets 125 4.8 On-Site Septic Tank Systems 126 4.9 On-Site Aerobic Systems 128 4.10 Special and Innovative Treatment Systems 130 4.11 Constructed Wetlands 131 4.12 Biologic Machines 134 4.13 Graywater Systems 136 4.14 Alternative Community Sewage Systems 139 4.15 Stormwater 141 4.16 Special Drainage Systems 152 4.17 Case Study 153 4.18 Conclusion 155 Resources 155 5 Architectural Acoustics 157 5.1 Introduction 158 5.2 A Short History of Architectural Acoustics 159 5.3 The Physics of Sounds 161 5.4 The Biology of Sounds 170 5.5 Perception of Sound 175 5.6 Sound and Health 179 5.7 Sound-Absorbing Materials 180 5.8 Applications of Sound-Absorbing Materials 182 5.9 Sound Transmission 188 5.10 Design for Low Sound Transmission 189 5.11 Acceptable Noise Levels 194 5.12 Open-Plan Offices 196 5.13 Impact Noise 198 5.14 Mechanical Systems Noise Control 199 5.15 Theaters, Classrooms and Auditoriums 202 5.16 Rules for Drawing Ray Diagrams 205 5.17 Electronic Sound Systems 206 5.18 Noise Outdoors 206 5.19 Conclusion 210 Resources 211 6 Fire Protection 213 6.1 Introduction 214 6.2 A Short History of Fires in Buildings 216 6.3 Fire Principles 221 6.4 Fire Prevention 224 6.5 Passive Fire Protection 225 6.6 Detection 228 6.7 Alarms 229 6.8 Safe Egress 232 6.9 Fire Suppression 235 6.10 Non-Water Fire Suppression Systems 242 6.11 Smoke Control 243 6.12 Fire Codes 249 6.13 Elevators and Fires 250 6.14 Lightning Protection 250 6.15 Conclusion 251 7 Conveyance Systems in Buildings 253 7.1 Introduction 254 7.2 A Short History of the Elevator 254 7.3 Elevator Types 261 7.4 Elevator Design 265 7.5 Escalators 271 7.6 Moving Walkways and Ramps 275 7.7 Vertical Transport and Health 276 7.8 Special Lifts for People 280 7.9 Material Conveying Systems 282 7.10 Conclusion 284 Resources 284 Index 285

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Book SynopsisKitchen & Bath Business Project Management, Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to professional practice for the kitchen and bath professional. This one-stop reference is based on the real-world experiences of kitchen and bath experts to ensure success in business and professional life. Kitchen & Bath Business Project Management, Second Edition is illustrated in full color throughout with improved graphic design so that visual learners can easily absorb both technical and professional practice information. This book also includes access to a companion website with easily customizable forms for increased efficiency, and an Instructor''s Manual.Table of Contentsintroduction xv Acknowledgements xxi CHAPTER 1 Getting Started 1 Do You have What it Takes? 2 Evaluate Yourself 4 Before You Start 8 Why Many Companies Do Not Make It 10 Avoid These Common Mistakes 11 Getting Help from Advisors and Mentors 12 Summary 12 Review Questions 12 CHAPTER 2 Planning Your Business 15 What Type of Kitchen and Bath Business are You Going to Operate? 15 Your Business Selection Criteria 17 Deciding on the Right Business 17 Choosing a Name for Your Business 18 Stages of Company Growth 18 Short- and Long-Term Planning 20 How to Create a Strategic Business Plan for a Kitchen/Bath Dealer 21 Researching the Market 33 Preparing Your Business Plan 35 Reviewing Your Plan 40 Summary 40 Review Questions 41 CHAPTER 3 Business Start-up Issues .43 Choosing the Business Legal Structure 43 Other Requirements and Considerations 50 Location, Location, Location 51 Financing the Business 55 A Look at Taxes 60 Selecting Vendor Partners 61 Buying Groups—Sharing Expertise 63 Joining the Business Community 64 Taking Advantage of Outside Help 65 Summary 66 Review Questions 66 CHAPTER 4 Accounting and Record Keeping 67 Why You Need to Keep Good Records 69 Establishing Bookkeeping Procedures 70 Choosing an Accounting System 70 What to Keep Track of 71 Accounting Software for Your Business 73 Record-Keeping and Administrative Needs 74 Hiring an Accountant or Bookkeeper 76 Budgeting for Profit and Cash Flow 76 Summary 83 Review Questions 83 CHAPTER 5 Financial Controls 85 Understanding Financial Statements 85 Chart of Accounts 86 Balance Sheet 95 Cash Flow Analysis 98 Financial Ratio Analysis 103 Gross Margin 105 Ideas on How to Improve Gross Margins 108 Summary 120 Review Questions 120 CHAPTER 6 Protecting Your Business 121 Business Legal Structure 122 Professional Advice 122 Contractual Agreements and Personal Guarantees 122 Extension of Credit to Your Customers 123 Copyrighting Your Drawings 123 Developing an Insurance Program 124 Protecting Your Business from Theft 129 Summary 130 Review Questions 130 CHAPTER 7 Basic Ta x Management 131 Small Business Tax Management 131 Special Rules for Small Businesses 132 Tax Responsibilities 134 Specific Substantiation Requirements for Certain Expenses 134 Hints on Preventing an Audit 135 Help from the IRS 135 Other Taxes 136 Summary 137 Review Questions 137 CHAPTER 8 The Basics of Human Resource (People) Management .139 The Broad Picture of Human Resources 141 Future Human Resource Trends 142 Determining Your Needs 144 Deciding on the Right Compensation System for Your Sales Team 151 Examples of Compensation Plans 155 Resourceful Recruiting 159 Narrowing Down the List: Applications, Résumés, and Testing 162 Art of Interviewing 164 Making the Final Hiring Decision 167 Summary 171 Review Questions 171 CHAPTER 9 Human Resource Management—after the Decision Is Made ..173 The Orientation Period 173 Training and Development 175 Policy and Procedures Manual 177 Creating an Employee-Friendly Work Environment 180 Alternate Working Arrangements 181 Keep Tabs on Company Morale 182 Conduct Regular Meetings 182 Measuring Employee Performance 184 Developing Disciplinary Procedures 188 Defining at-will Employment 189 Terminating an Employee 189 Termination for “Just Cause” 190 Summary 208 Review Questions 208 CHAPTER 10 Marketing .209 Marketing and Sales are not the Same 210 The Big Picture: The Marketing “Wheel of Fortune” 210 Make the Time 214 Your Marketing Plan and Budget 215 Marketing Budgets 217 Knowing Who Your Customers are 222 Are You Offering the Right Product/Service Package? 224 Knowing Who Your Competitors are 227 Business Image and Branding 230 Establishing Your Brand 235 Finding and Filling a Meaningful Market Position 236 Why It’s Important to Have a Great Web Site 237 Develop an Advertising Campaign 238 Getting Your Work Published 240 Social Media Marketing 244 Sales and Selling 247 How to Get Started 247 Your Sales Team Needs a Strong Leader 254 Summary of How to Build a Marketing Plan 256 In Closing . . . 257 Summary 258 Review Questions 258 CHAPTER 11 Professional and Profitable Project Management 259 Introduction 259 Project Management Fundamentals: From Information Gathering to Visiting the Finished Room 260 Summary 265 Review Questions 266 CHAPTER 12 Responsibilities of the Business Owner/Manager 267 The Installation Delivery System 267 Job Site Dynamics: New House versus Old House 268 Job Site Dynamics: Single-Family Dwelling versus Multifamily 269 Installation Service Business Models 269 Key Competencies of Installation Specialists 271 Developing Successful Working Relationships 272 Systematic Approach to Project Management 274 Role of a Manfacturer’s Representative 286 Importance of Job Costing 288 Summary 289 Review Questions 289 CHAPTER 13 Responsibilities of Designer of Record 291 “Win-Win” Strategy 291 Designer’s Role during Project Documentation Process 292 Successful Designers are Detail Oriented 293 Understanding Construction Constraints 293 Summary 311 Review Questions 311 CHAPTER 14 Managing Client Expectations and the Job Site 313 Understanding “Remodeling Fever” 313 Managing the Client and the Project 314 Summary 331 Review Questions 331 CHAPTER 15 Industry Standards for Molding Order Procedures and Cabinet Installation .333 Ordering Molding 333 How to Install Kitchen Cabinets 336 Summary 344 Review Questions 344 index 345

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Book Synopsis* gives key information in each area with where to go for more detailed guidance * strong focus on engineering and craft solutions * offers a comprehensive overview of a multi-disciplinary area to encourage disparate groups of professionals to work more closely * full colour throughout .Table of ContentsPreface vi Contributors viii 1 The philosophy of repair 1Michael Forsyth 2 Stone 5Types of wall construction 5Ian Williams Oolitic limestone 7David McLaughlin Sandstone 20Ian Williams Granite 30Robert Cotta 3 Brickwork 46Mike Stock 4 Lime-based plasters, renders and washes 56Rory Young 5 Concrete and reinforced concrete 92Michael Bussell 6 Stone slate, clay tile and metamorphic slate 109Christopher Harris 7 Cast iron, wrought iron and steel 123Geoff Wallis and Michael Bussell 8 Understanding decay in building timbers 160Brian Ridout 9 Timber 167Charley Brentnall 10 Wattle and daub 178Tony Graham 11 Sash windows 191Gus Astley 12 Window glass 196 Michael Forsyth 13 Exterior colour on the smaller town house 200Patrick Baty Index 212

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Book Synopsis* gives key information in each area with where to go for more detailed guidance * strong focus on engineering and craft solutions * offers a comprehensive overview of a multi-disciplinary area to encourage disparate groups of professionals to work more closely * full colour throughout .Table of ContentsPreface vi Contributors viii 1 The past in the future Michael Forsyth 1 2 Architectural history and conservation Martin Cherry 9 3 Conservation and authenticity Martin Robertson 26 4 Regeneration and the historic environment Duncan McCallum 35 5 Problems and opportunities in rural conservation Jeremy Lake 46 6 Sustainable reuse of historic industrial sites Keith Falconer 74 7 Realms of memory: changing perceptions of the country house Giles Waterfield 88 8 Conserving buildings of the Modern Movement John Winter 96 9 Conservation and historic designed landscapes Jonathan Lovie 107 10 International standards and charters Philip Whitbourn 123 11 Conservation legislation in the United Kingdom: a brief history Colin Johns 131 12 Conservation legislation in the United Kingdom: looking ahead Colin Johns 140 13 The role of the archaeologist Peter Davenport 14514 Preparing the conservation plan James Maitland Gardner 156 15 Costing and contracts for historic buildings Adrian Stenning and Geoff Evans 175 16 Maintenance in conservation Nigel Dann and Timothy Cantell 185 17 Building preservation trusts Colin Johns 199 18 Valuing our heritage David H. Tomback 204 Index 211

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Book SynopsisBuilding Sustainability in East Asia: Policy, Design and Peopleillustrates the holistic approaches and individual strategies to building sustainability that have been implemented in construction projects in Asia. Top-down and bottom-up approaches (from formulating policy to constructing individual buildings) are effective in terms of the sustainable development of cities, and this book covers both, illustrated with a range of case study developments.Table of ContentsAbout the authors xi Foreword xii Preface xiv Acknowledgement xvii Section 1 On contexts 1 1 Introduction 3 1.1 Why sustainability matters 3 1.2 Why Asia matters 4 1.3 Why buildings matter 5 1.3.1 Root causes and solutions to the problem 6 1.3.2 Eco‐city principles 6 1.3.3 Liveable spaces 7 1.4 Dimensions of sustainable development 8 1.4.1 Policy support 8 1.4.2 Green market and consumption 9 1.4.3 Technology push 10 1.5 Sustainability in practice 10 1.5.1 History of green building in Asia 11 1.5.2 Capacity building – green professionals 11 1.5.3 Sustainable change for the green movement 15 1.6 Organisation of the book 15 2 Rapid urbanisation 16 2.1 Introduction 16 2.2 Asian urbanisation in context 16 2.3 Demographic changes 17 2.3.1 Global population trends 17 2.3.2 Urban population growth 18 2.3.3 The challenge of an ageing population 21 2.4 Economic changes 22 2.4.1 Growth in GDP 22 2.4.2 Increased income 22 2.4.3 Consuming society 24 2.5 Social changes 25 2.5.1 Housing needs 25 2.5.2 Employment needs 26 2.6 New growth model 26 2.6.1 Mega and compact cities 27 2.6.2 Green building markets 28 2.7 Summary 29 3 Urban environmental challenges 30 3.1 Introduction 30 3.2 Urban challenges in context 31 3.3 Climate change challenges 32 3.3.1 Vulnerability to extreme weather 32 3.3.2 Global warming 34 3.4 Urban environmental degradation 37 3.4.1 Air pollution 37 3.4.2 Energy depletion 39 3.4.3 Waste generation 42 3.4.4 Unhealthy urban environment 42 3.5 Liveability degradation 43 3.5.1 Urban heat Island 43 3.5.2 Ecological footprint 44 3.6 Summary 45 4 Quest for solutions 46 4.1 Introduction 46 4.2 History of international collaborations and partnerships 47 4.3 C40 cities climate leadership group initiative 47 4.3.1 Key issues 49 4.3.2 Action plan on buildings 49 4.4 WEF partnership for future of urban development 50 4.5 Regional integration 52 4.6 Changes for solutions 53 4.6.1 Re‐think of sustainable development framework 53 4.6.2 Issues of policy 54 4.6.3 Issues of practice/design 55 4.6.4 Issues of people 55 4.7 Paradigm shift 56 Section 2 On policy 57 5 Policy framework 59 5.1 Introduction 59 5.2 Policy framework 60 5.3 Policy priorities 61 5.3.1 The moving target 61 5.3.2 Prioritisation of policy issues 63 5.3.3 The Asian way of change 71 5.4 Policy instruments 71 5.4.1 Regulations and standards “The Stick” 73 5.4.2 Economic instruments “The Carrot and Stick” 74 5.4.3 Voluntary schemes instrument 74 5.5 Institutional arrangements 76 5.5.1 Hierarchy – who to lead 76 5.5.2 Government coordination and authority 78 5.5.3 Proposal for eco‐city implementation 79 5.6 Summary 80 6 Policy implementation 81 6.1 Introduction 81 6.2 General approach 81 6.3 Review of the regulations 83 6.3.1 Building energy regulations 84 6.3.2 Planning control for a better environment 86 6.4 Market solutions 87 6.4.1 Incentivising the market 87 6.5 Market‐based approach 90 6.5.1 Green building certification 90 6.5.2 Sustainability report and index 90 6.6 Public‐private partnership (PPP) 91 6.7 Collaboration with private sector 93 6.8 Capacity building 94 6.8.1 Demonstration projects and research and development 94 6.8.2 Education and training of green practitioners 95 6.9 Summary 96 Section 3 On design 97 7 Sustainability transformation 99 7.1 Introduction 99 7.2 Green transformation of building industry 100 7.2.1 Engaging stakeholders 100 7.2.2 Empowering the practitioners 102 7.3 Practice of building sustainability 103 7.3.1 Definition of sustainable building 103 7.3.2 Standardisation of practice 106 7.4 Sustainable building in action 107 7.4.1 Life‐cycle consideration 107 7.4.2 Design stage – integrated design 110 7.4.3 Construction stage – sustainable materials 113 7.4.4 Operation stage – behavioural changes 120 7.5 Building information modelling 121 7.6 Summary 123 8 Engineering solutions 124 8.1 Introduction 124 8.2 Design provisions for sustainable building 125 8.3 Adaptation to climate change and resilient designs 125 8.3.1 Extreme wind engineering 125 8.3.2 Flood mitigation and prevention 128 8.3.3 Seismic design 129 8.3.4 Fire engineering 130 8.4 High‐performance buildings 130 8.4.1 Building physics analysis 132 8.4.2 Energy appraisal 133 8.4.3 Indoor environment quality 133 8.4.4 Outdoor environment quality 135 8.5 Design innovations 135 8.5.1 Outside building: High‐performance envelope 137 8.5.2 Inside building: Low energy and carbon designs 143 8.6 Summary 146 9 De-carbonisation 147 9.1 Introduction 147 9.2 Building energy performance 148 9.3 Low/zero carbon design 152 9.3.1 Definition of zero carbon 152 9.3.2 Design strategy 152 9.4 Renewable energy for urban developments and buildings 158 9.4.1 Solar energy 160 9.4.2 Wind energy 162 9.4.3 Bioenergy 162 9.4.4 Hydropower 163 9.4.5 Marine/ocean energy 164 9.4.6 Geothermal energy 164 9.5 District‐wide de‐carbonisation 167 9.5.1 Micro‐energy grid 167 9.5.2 District energy 169 9.6 Towards a low‐carbon and smart city 172 9.7 Summary 173 Section 4 On people 175 10 Space for people 177 10.1 Introduction 177 10.2 Urban context of Asia city 178 10.2.1 Liveability 178 10.2.2 A compact and vertical city 178 10.2.3 An undesirable building environment 180 10.3 The quest for a quality built environment 181 10.3.1 A novel planning framework for the environment 181 10.3.2 The urban climatic map 182 10.3.3 Air ventilation 184 10.3.4 Microclimate and landscape design integration 184 10.4 Reducing the urban heat Island 187 10.5 Street canyon effect – roadside air pollution 191 10.6 Right of light 193 10.7 Health and well‐being 193 10.7.1 Natural ventilation 194 10.7.2 Daylight for habitation 194 10.7.3 Water quality 196 10.8 Summary 197 11 Community making 199 11.1 Introduction 199 11.2 Sustainable community 200 11.3 Community‐based design 201 11.3.1 Cultural aspect (social) 202 11.3.2 Placemaking (environment) 202 11.3.3 Sustainable housing (economics) 202 11.4 Neighbourhood assessment 206 11.4.1 History of overseas schemes 206 11.4.2 Definition of community/neighbourhood 207 11.4.3 Assessment aspects/categories 208 11.5 Development of BEAM plus neighbourhood in Hong Kong 210 11.5.1 Landscape and ecology in built environment 212 11.5.2 Stakeholder engagement 213 11.5.3 The establishment of BEAM plus neighbourhood 215 11.6 Summary 216 12 Low carbon living 217 12.1 Introduction 217 12.2 Carbon footprint of urban living 217 12.3 Behavioural changes 219 12.4 Changes in design culture 220 12.4.1 Task lighting 221 12.4.2 Thermal comfort 221 12.4.3 Natural ventilation 221 12.4.4 Green products 222 12.4.5 Smart metering 222 12.5 Eco‐education 222 12.6 Zero energy living experience 226 12.7 Community centre 228 12.8 Urban farming 230 12.9 Living LOHAS 231 12.10 Summary 234 Section 5 Way forward 235 13 Conclusions 237 On contexts … 237 On policy … 238 On design …. 238 On people …. 239 Way forward …. 239References 240 Index 250

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Book SynopsisWorkflows are being rethought and remodelled across the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) spectrum. The synthesis of building information modelling (BIM) platforms with digital simulation techniques and increasing access to data, charting building performance, is allowing architects to engage in the generation of new workflows across multidisciplinary teams.By merging digital design operations with construction activities, project delivery and post-occupation scenarios, architects are becoming instrumental in the shaping of buildings as well as the design process. Workflows expand the territory of architectural practice by extending designers' remit beyond the confines of the design stage. The implications for the AEC industry and architecture as a profession could not be greater. These new collaborative models are becoming as important as the novel buildings they allow us to produce.Contributors include: Shajay Bhooshan, John Cays, Randy DeutsTable of ContentsAbout the Guest-Editor 05Richard Garber Introduction Digital Workflows and the Expanded Territory of the Architect 06Richard Garber Sketching with Glass A Return to the Hand-Driven Workflow 14Sean A Gallagher Geologic Workflows The Metamorphosis of the Great Rock 22Péter Kis and Sándor Bardóczi The Fifth Dimension Architect-Led Design–Build 28Stacie Wong Mashup and Assemblage in Digital Workflows The Role of Integrated Software Platforms in the Production of ArchitectureAdam Modesitt Putting BIM at the Heart of a Small Practice 42David Miller Encrypted Workflows The Secret World of Objects 48Rhett Russo Understanding Architectural Workflows in Global Practice 56Randy Deutsch Expansive Workflows Downstream Coordination in the Design of Sporting Facilities 68Jonathan Mallie From Pencils to Partners The Next Role of Computation in Building Design 74Ian Keough and Anthony Hauck Collaborative Design Combining Computer-Aided Geometry Design and Building Information Modelling 82Shajay Bhooshan Ruptured Flows An Argument for Nonlinear Workflows 90Kutan Ayata Life-Cycle Assessment Reducing Environmental Impact Risk with Workflow Data You Can Trust 96John Cays Coming Full Circle New Ruralism 104Richard Garber Ecological Workflows Zhangdu Lake Farm, Hubei Province, China 114Richard Garber Advanced Engineering with Building Information Modelling Establishing Flexible Frameworks for the Design and Documentation of Complex Buildings 120Ken Goldup, Zak Kostura, Tabitha Tavolaro and Seth Wolfe Sinuous Workflows MAD Architects, The Harbin Opera House 128Richard Garber Counterpoint Architects at the Mixing Desk Workflows Cutting Across the Whole-Life Process 136Dale Sinclair Contributors 142

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Book SynopsisThe revised and updated edition of this classic book on the JCT Minor Works Building Contracts The JCT Minor Works Building Contracts 2016 offers a concise overview of this agreement, which continues to be the most popular JCT contract, as it used on the sorts of small works that most architects and builders encounter routinely. Written in straightforward terms, the book is formatted in short chapters with accessible sub-headings, and the author avoids legal and pseudo-legal wording where possible. Some explanations from first principles are included where it is thought they would be helpful and occasionally, where the precise legal position is unclear, the author uses his significant experience to offer a view. Overall, the information is presented in a manner that it is easy to understand, use and reference. The 2016 edition of the contract contains a great many changes from previous editions and these are all covered. For example, the book incluTable of ContentsPreface to the fifth edition x Abbreviations xii 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Some general things about contracts 1 1.2 Some background to MW and MWD 4 1.3 When to use MW and MWD 5 1.4 How to use 7 1.5 What is the contract? 9 1.6 How to complete the contract form 10 1.7 Priority of documents 16 1.8 Inconsistencies and divergences 16 1.9 Custody and copies 19 1.10 Limits to use 20 1.11 Notices, time and the law 20 1.12 Common problems 21 2 Some basics 24 2.1 Works 24 2.2 Drawings 24 2.3 Copyright 25 2.4 Specification 25 2.5 Schedules 25 2.6 Privity of contract and third party rights 26 2.7 Base date 26 2.8 Common problems 26 3 Things you must know 29 3.1 The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (as amended) 29 3.2 Express and implied terms 31 3.3 Limitation periods 32 3.4 Letters of intent 34 3.5 Quantum meruit 35 3.6 Common problems 36 4 Architect’s powers and duties 37 4.1 Authority and duties 37 4.2 Duty to act fairly 43 4.3 An architect in a local authority or similar 44 4.4 Express provisions of the contract 45 4.5 Common problems 50 5 Contractor’s powers and duties 51 5.1 Contractor’s obligations: express and implied 51 5.2 Basic principles 51 5.3 Carrying out the Works 59 5.4 Workmanship and materials 61 5.5 Statutory obligations 63 5.6 Contractor’s representative 63 5.7 Compliance with architect’s instructions 64 5.8 Suspension of obligations 64 5.9 Common problems 65 6 Employer’s powers and duties 67 6.1 Powers and duties: in the contract and elsewhere 67 6.2 Rights under MW and MWD 72 6.3 Other rights 73 6.4 Duties under MW and MWD 73 6.5 Retention 76 6.6 Other duties 76 6.7 Common problems 77 7 Quantity surveyor 78 7.1 Appointment 78 7.2 Duties 79 7.3 Responsibilities 81 7.4 Common problems 82 8 Clerk of works 85 8.1 Appointment 85 8.2 Duties 87 8.3 Responsibilities 90 8.4 Common problems 90 9 Sub‐contractors and suppliers 92 9.1 General 92 9.2 Differences between assignment and sub‐contracting 92 9.3 Assignment 92 9.4 Sub‐contracting 93 9.5 Nominated sub-contractors 94 9.6 Common problems 96 10 Statutory matters and work outside the contract 98 10.1 Statutory authorities 98 10.2 Works not forming part of the contract 100 10.3 Common problems 101 11 Insurance 103 11.1 Important 103 11.2 Injury to or death of persons 104 11.3 Damage to property 105 11.4 Insurance of the Works 106 11.5 Evidence of insurance 108 11.6 Loss or damage 109 11.7 Common problems 110 12 Possession of the site 111 12.1 Important points 111 12.2 Date for possession 112 12.3 Failure to give possession 112 12.4 Common problems 114 13 Extension of time 116 13.1 Why necessary? 116 13.2 Extension of time 117 13.3 Reasons 119 13.4 Failure to notify delay 120 13.5 Does an extension of time entitle the contractor to any money? 121 13.6 Common problems 121 14 Liquidated damages 123 14.1 What are liquidated damages? 123 14.2 Liquidated damages or penalty? 124 14.3 Procedure 125 14.4 Common problems 126 15 Financial claims 127 15.1 General 127 15.2 Dealing with loss and/or expense 128 15.3 Types of claims 130 15.4 Common problems 132 16 Architect’s instructions 134 16.1 Architect’s instructions 134 16.2 Contractor’s objection 138 16.3 Specific instructions 139 16.4 Other instructions which will be empowered 140 16.5 Common problems 141 17 Variations 143 17.1 Variations 143 17.2 Valuation 145 17.3 Provisional sums 146 17.4 Common problems 147 18 Payment 149 18.1 Important to read this first 149 18.2 Contract Sum 150 18.3 Interim certificates 153 18.4 Final certificate 157 18.5 Effect of certificate 161 18.6 Failure to pay 161 18.7 Retention 161 18.8 Common problems 162 19 Practical completion 164 19.1 Practical completion 164 19.2 The contract says 164 19.3 Consequences of practical completion 167 19.4 Common problems 167 20 Defects liability 169 20.1 During construction 169 20.2 During the rectification period 169 20.3 Defects, shrinkages and other faults 170 20.4 Frost 172 20.5 Procedure 172 20.6 Making Good 174 20.7 Certificate of making good 176 20.8 Common problems 177 21 Termination 178 21.1 Preliminary thoughts 178 21.2 If no termination in the contract 179 21.3 Termination by the employer 180 21.4 Consequences of employer termination 186 21.5 Termination by the contractor 187 21.6 Consequences of contractor termination 194 21.7 Termination by either employer or contractor 194 21.8 Termination after loss or damage to existing structures 195 21.9 Reinstatement 195 21.10 Common problems 195 22 Contractor’s designed portion (CDP) 198 22.1 Principles 198 22.2 Contractor’s obligations 198 22.3 Inconsistences and divergences 200 22.4 Variations 201 22.5 Other matters 201 22.6 Common problems 202 23 Dispute resolution procedures 203 23.1 General 203 23.2 Choice 203 23.3 The Construction Act 1996 205 23.4 Adjudication in general 205 23.5 Pros and cons 206 23.6 Adjudication in detail 208 23.7 Arbitration 217 23.8 Legal proceedings (litigation) 222 23.9 Mediation 223 23.10 Common problems 223 Notes and references 224 Table of cases 234 Clause number index to text 241 Subject index 244

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Book SynopsisAdvanced Concrete Technology A thorough grounding in the science of concrete combined with the latest developments in the rapidly evolving field of concrete technology In the newly revised second edition of Advanced Concrete Technology, a distinguished team of academics and engineers delivers a state-of-the-art exploration of modern and advanced concrete technologies developed during the last decade. The book combines the essential concepts and theory of concrete with practical examples of material design, composition, processing, characterization, properties, and performance. The authors explain, in detail, the hardware and software of concrete, and offer readers discussions of the most recent advances in concrete technology, including, but not limited to, concrete recycling, nanotechnology, microstructural simulation, additive manufacturing, and non-destructive testing methods. This newest edition of Advanced Concrete Technology provides a suTable of ContentsPreface 1 Introduction to Concrete 1.1 Concrete Definition and Historical Development 1.2 Concrete as a Structural Material 1.3 Characteristics of Concrete 1.4 Types of Concrete 1.5 Factors Influencing Concrete Properties 1.6 Approaches to Study Concrete Discussion Topics References 2 Materials for Making Concrete 2.1 Aggregates for Concrete 2.2 Cementitious Binders 2.3 Admixtures 2.4 Water Discussion Topics Problems References 3 Fresh Concrete 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Workability and Rheology 3.3 Mix Design 3.4 Manufacture of Concrete 3.5 Delivery of Concrete 3.6 Concrete Placing 3.7 Curing of Concrete 3.8 Early-Age Properties of Concrete Discussion Topics Problems References 4 Materials Structure of Concrete 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Classification of Materials Structural Levels 4.3 Structure of Concrete at Nanometer Scale: The C–S–H Structure 4.4 Structure of Concrete at the Micro-Scale 4.5 The Transition Zone in Concrete 4.6 Nano- and Micro-Structural Engineering Discussion Topics References 5 Properties of Hardened Concrete 5.1 Strengths of Hardened Concrete 5.2 Stress–Strain Relationship and Constitutive Equations 5.3 Dimensional Stability—Shrinkage and Creep 5.4 Durability Discussion Topics Problems References 6 Advanced Cementitious Composites 6.1 Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Composites 6.2 High-Strength Cementitious Composites 6.3 Ultra-High-Strength Concrete 6.4 Polymers in Concrete 6.5 Shrinkage-Compensating Concrete 6.6 Self-Compacting Concrete 6.7 Engineered Cementitious Composite 6.8 Confined Concrete 6.9 High-Volume Fly Ash Concrete 6.10 Structural Lightweight and Heavyweight Concrete 6.11 Sea Sand and Sea Water Concrete 6.12 The 3D Printed Concrete Discussion Topics Problems References 7 Concrete Fracture Mechanics 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics 7.3 The Crack Tip Plastic Zone 7.4 Crack Tip-Opening Displacement 7.5 Fracture Process in Concrete 7.6 Nonlinear Fracture Mechanics for Concrete 7.7 Two-Parameter Fracture Model 7.8 Size Effect Model 7.9 The Fictitious Model by Hillerborg 7.10 R-Curve Method for Quasi-Brittle Materials 7.11 Double-K Criterion 7.12 The Application of Fracture Mechanics in the Design Code of Concrete Structures Discussion Topics Problems References 8 Nondestructive Testing in Concrete Engineering 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Review of Wave Theory for a 1D Case 8.3 Reflected and Transmitted Waves 8.4 Attenuation and Scattering 8.5 Main Commonly Used NDT-CE Techniques 8.6 Noncontacting Resistivity Measurement Method 8.7 An Innovative Magnetic Corrosion Detection Transducer Discussion Topics Problems References 9 The Future and Development Trends of Concrete 9.1 Sustainability of Concrete 9.2 Deep Understanding of the Nature of Hydration 9.3 Integrated Materials and Structural Design 9.4 High-Tensile-Strength and High-Toughness Cement-Based Materials 9.5 Application of Nanotechnology in Concrete 9.6 Data Science and Artificial Intelligence in Concrete Technology References Index

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsAcknowledgments xiii About the Author xv Preface xvii Disclaimer xix Introduction xxi The Goals of This Book xxi What Are the Benefits of This Book? xxi Contractor & Owner Conventions xxii Private Contracts or Government Contracts? xxii Key Contracting Concepts xxii Two Types of Commercial Terms & Conditions xxiii The Most Important Commercial Terms & Conditions xxv The Contracting Process xxv Terms & Conditions xxv The Concept of Risk Transfer xxvi This Is a Book Developed Just for Contractors xxvii Three Final Suggestions xxvii Chapter 1: Contracts: Basic Training 1 What Is a Contract? 1 The Steps to a Contract 1 Coming to the Party? 2 The Starting Point 3 “Here’s My Proposal” 4 “Consideration,” or Something of Value 5 The “Happy Test” 5 “Can That Person Sign This Contract?” 6 Call in the Enforcer to Close the Breach! 6 A Contract Example 8 Strange Words & Long Paragraphs 10 Contracting Myths 11 Contract Negotiations 12 Chapter 2: Types & Forms of Contracts 15 Fixed Price & Fixed Schedule Contracts 16 Reimbursable Type Contracts 16 Combined Fixed Price & Reimbursable Contracts 18 Cost Plus Fee Contracts 20 Guaranteed Maximum Price Contracts 21 Target Price Contracts 21 Contracts with Performance Incentives 22 Form of Contracts 23 Some Final Contract Housekeeping— Definitions 30 Conclusion 32 Chapter 3: Scope of Work 33 The Scope of Work Matrix 37 Scoping Drawings 39 Conclusion 40 Chapter 4: Terms of Payment & Cash Flow 41 Cash Flow 42 Interest Rates 44 Periodic Progress & Milestone Payments 45 Conclusion 59 Chapter 5: The Schedule 61 Float 62 Time Is of the Essence 64 Extra Time, but No Money 66 Conclusion 68 Chapter 6: Assurances of Performance 69 Guaranties & Bonds 70 What Does “Failure to Perform” Mean? 72 What Is a Bond? 72 Forms of Assurances of Performance 73 Surety Companies 78 Some Language Considerations on Guaranties & Bonds 82 Types of Performance Assurances 82 Conclusion 101 Chapter 7: Insurance 103 What Is Insurance? 104 Claims Made vs. Occurrence 105 Types of Insurance 106 Important Issues Associated with Insurance 112 Additional Insured Status 120 Additional Insurance Basics 121 A Typical Insurance Clause in a Construction Contract 134 Safety 140 Chapter 8: Indemnity 141 Insurance & Indemnity 142 Indemnity Definitions 142 Transferring the Owner’s Risks to Contractors 143 Fairness Is Not a Consideration 143 Is an Indemnity Required in a Construction Contract? 144 Anti- Indemnity Legislation 144 Examples of Indemnification Clauses 150 Indemnification, Additional Insured Status, & Contractual Liability Insurance 157 Owners Love CLAIMS! 161 Negotiating Indemnity Clauses 162 Knock- for- Knock Indemnities 165 Conclusion 166 Chapter 9: Changes 169 Some Ground Rules 170 Protecting the Project Manager 170 Owners’ Directives 171 Constructive Changes 171 Payment for Changes 172 Sample Change Clauses 172 Major Contract Changes 178 Negotiating Change Clauses 179 Conclusion 180 Chapter 10: Disputes & Their Resolution 183 What’s a Project Manager to Do? A Short Story to Start With 183 Disputes— The Construction Contract’s Bad Actor 184 An Ounce of Prevention 186 Dispute Resolution Options 186 The Folks who Negotiate, Mediate, Arbitrate, & Litigate 188 Dispute Resolution Clauses 189 Conclusion 192 Chapter 11: Damages 193 Breach of Contract/Failure to Perform 194 Contractors’ Financial Exposure 194 Actual Damages— A Silent Risk? 194 Liquidated Damages 196 Consequential Damages 204 Conclusion 206 Chapter 12: Warranties 207 A Workable Definition of Warranty 207 Warranty Issues 208 The Uniform Commercial Code 214 When Is No Warranty Appropriate? 217 Extended Duration Warranties 219 Limiting Provisions in Warranties 221 Pass- Through Warranties 221 Latent Defects & Warranty 222 A Sample Warranty 224 Conclusion 224 Chapter 13: Termination & Suspension 227 Termination for Cause 228 Termination for Convenience 229 Suspension 232 Cancellation 236 Conclusion 236 Chapter 14: Force Majeure 239 Negotiating Clauses 239 Sample Contract Language 240 Conclusion 244 Chapter 15: Other Contract Clauses 245 Site Conditions 246 Use of Completed Portions of the Work 251 Patent Indemnity 252 Secrecy & Confidentiality Clauses & Agreements 253 Owner’s Right to Inspect 254 Independent Contractors 257 Assignment 258 Acceptance & the Punch List 260 Advance & Partial Waiver of Liens 262 Final Waiver of Liens 265 Audit Rights 268 Severability or Validity Clauses 269 Venue & Applicable Law 269 Florida Civil Code Chapter 47 Venue 270 Texas Business & Commercial Code Annotated §272.001 271 Venue and Choice of Law State Statutes 271 Contractual Rendition? 271 Changes in the Law 272 Some Interesting Clauses to Close 273 Chapter 16: A Construction Contractor’s Contract Checklist 275 Chapter 17: International Contracting 283 International Contracts 284 The U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 285 Letters of Credit 286 Split Contracts: Onshore & Offshore Contracts 288 Political, Religious, & Economic Risks 289 Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) 290 Legal Systems in Foreign Countries 290 Local Employees, Partners, & Agents 291 Offshore Companies 292 Currency Risks 293 Applicable Law 297 Joint Ventures 299 Joint Operations 299 Import & Export Considerations 300 Understanding INCOTERMS 302 The Export‐ Import Bank of the United States 305 Where to Get Some Help— Ask the U.S. Government 306 Lastly, Use the Right Paper Size! 307 Conclusion 307 Chapter 18: What’s It Take to Do Business in Southeast Asia? 309 Patience Is Golden 310 Walk the Talk 310 Time and Money 311 The US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 312 Center for Strategic and International Studies 313 Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) 314 Backdoor to China and India 314 SPECIAL Section— The Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam) 316 Resources for Business in Southeast Asia 317 Chapter 19: Some Final Thoughts on Negotiating Contracts 319 Why Negotiate? 320 The Concept of Standard Terms & Conditions 320 Risk Transfer Item 1: Get Rid of the Indemnity Clause! 322 Risk Transfer Item 2: Don’t Provide Additional Insured Status 323 Risk Transfer Clauses, Insurance, & Safety 323 How to Say No without Aggravating the Owner 324 The Worst Contracting Word: “Reasonable” 324 The Best Contracting Word: “Notwith- standing” 325 Win- Win & Lose- Lose in Contract Negotiations— Fairy Tales? 326 Is There a Price for Bad Commercial Terms & Conditions? 327 Terms of Payment 327 Some Tips on Successful Negotiating 328 Three First (and Final) Suggestions 328 Resources 329 Glossary 333 Index 349

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Book SynopsisThis book offers construction managers and students a readable account of management ideas and practices, concentrating particularly on the human side of construction management. It pulls together what has been learned both from management practice and research, and summarises the main themes and trends. The text has been substantially revised to reflect the latest management thinking and to include new sections on communication, conflict management and managing innovation.Trade ReviewIt provides a perfect introduction to the various theories and does a good job in relating them to construction management activities... Although I am familiar with theories it contains, the manner in which they are presented makes this a fascinating and thought-provoking read, far superior to similar books I have studied. Building Engineer Feb 2005Table of ContentsThe development of management thinking; Managers and their jobs; Organisation; Leadership; Communication; Conflict and conflict management; Individuals, group behaviour and teamwork; Motivation and human performance; Conflict; Problem-solving and decision-making; Managing change; Value and risk management; Managing innovation in construction; Managing supply chains and construction networks; Human Resources Management; Recruitment and staff development; Health and safety; Industrial relations; Managing quality and environmental impact

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Book SynopsisBuilding contract claims for more time on projects represent one of the largest sources of dispute within the industry. However, identifying the causes of delays, and the effects they have on the project, is often difficult and the burden on the party seeking to prove delay is a heavy one. This book provides the construction professional with an analysis of how construction projects become delayed, the practical measures which can be taken to avoid such delays, and how the parties can protect their positions in the face of delays. It goes on to look at the requirements for producing a successful claim. It provides a straightforward guide to the legal issues, and also considers how the effects of delays can most practically be addressed. The Second Edition takes account of new case law since 1999, and has new sections on adjudication, risk allocations and the Society of Construction Law Delay Protocol. VerTrade Review‘There is a real need for a book that bridges the gap between technical construction knowledge and the law relating to construction – and this is it.’ – Paul Jensen, Arbitration ‘This book is splendid stuff…go and buy Carnell’s book.’ – Tony Bingham, Building ‘The author makes effective use of his excellent knowledge and experience in the field [and] provides a very clear insight into the practical requirements of delay claims.’ – Civil Engineering Surveyor 'A useful addition to the corporate library' - Building Engineer 'the author summarises delay analysis techniques in sufficient detail as to be comprehensible but also useful, without losing sight of the case law background which affects this crucial area of practice.' Construction Law, October 2005Table of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements; List of Abbreviations; Time is money; Planning the project; During the works; Completion dates; Claim preparations – preliminary considerations; Legal considerations; Analysing the causes of delay; Presentation; Proceedings – arbitration, litigation and alternative dispute resolution; Appendices; Notes; Table of Cases; Table of Statutes; Bibliography; Index.

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Book Synopsis* Foreword from the Chair of The Construction Clients Group - the only body dedicated to all clients of the construction industry. * Provides a user-friendly model of engagement for clients * Covers a wide range of client types - from prisons to supermarkets .Trade Review“This is undoubtedly a readable book.” (Construction Management and Economics, 1 November 2010) "Contractors who want to get ahead must prioritise the needs of the client. this is the central message in the book… [and] the key difference between an average and highly successful project" Construction News "An excellent read for all levels of interest and capability within the industry and will be of interest to a wide readership" Building EngineerTable of ContentsForeword viiGraham Farrant, Chair CCG Preface: buildings are not about building! x Chapter 1 Clients in Perspective 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 The nature of the problem 2 1.3 The categories of clients 4 1.4 What clients want 10 1.5 A problem of delivery 14 1.6 Structure of this book 16 1.7 A concluding remark 18 References 19 Chapter 2 A Model of Clients 23 2.1 Introduction 23 2.2 The basic thesis 25 2.3 A model of clients 26 2.4 Fundamental awarenesses and the model 30 2.5 Model for sector analysis 32 2.6 Summary 35 References 35 Chapter 3 The Client at Rest 37 3.1 Client’s knowledge and processes 37 3.2 Clients see the world differently 40 3.3 Organisational knowns 44 3.4 Normal organisational unknowns 54 3.5 People in organisations 64 3.6 Conclusions 71 References 71 Chapter 4 The Client in Change 75 4.1 The project means and ends 75 4.2 Means and ends as values 77 4.3 Building involves organisational change in the client 84 4.4 Building involves unknowns that are unformed 87 4.5 Emotion of change 91 4.6 Change creates gaps and contradictions 93 4.7 Means and ends of engagement 96 4.8 What is to be done? 111 References 111 Chapter 5 Property Developers as Clients 114 5.1 Introduction 114 5.2 Business environment of property development 116 5.3 Finance and risk of projects 123 5.4 Business constitution: strategy to operations 125 5.5 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 132 5.6 Key issues 144 References 145 Resources 145 Chapter 6 Supermarkets as Clients 147 6.1 Introduction 147 6.2 The business environment: strategy in the world 148 6.3 Business structure and processes: the tactical plan 152 6.4 Business operation 155 6.5 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 158 6.6 Key issues 161 References 162 Resources 162 Chapter 7 NHS Acute Trusts as Clients 163 7.1 Introduction 163 7.2 The environment of NHS acute trusts 169 7.3 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 181 7.4 Means and ends of building 187 7.5 Key issues 189 References 190 Resources 191 Chapter 8 Governments as Clients 192 8.1 Introduction 192 8.2 The political domain: service in a political environment 193 8.3 The managerial domain 205 8.4 The operational domain 209 8.5 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 214 8.6 Key issues 219 References 219 Resources 220 Chapter 9 Airports as Clients 221 9.1 Introduction 221 9.2 Business environment of airports 225 9.3 Business structure processes and operations 235 9.4 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 239 9.5 Key issues 244 References 245 Resources 246 Chapter 10 Housing Associations as Clients 247 10.1 Introduction 247 10.2 Business environment of housing associations 250 10.3 Management of housing associations 255 10.4 Operations in housing associations 262 10.5 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 264 10.6 Key issues 267 References 267 Resources 268 Chapter 11 A Toolkit for Engagement 269 11.1 Introduction 269 11.2 Outline of toolkit 272 11.3 Working with clients’ change processes 274 11.4 Understanding the client’s business 288 11.5 Managing the industry’s fragmentation 293 11.6 Developing the approach 294 11.7 Conclusion 297 References 297 Chapter 12 Postscript 299 Reference 302 Appendix: The Interviewees 303 Author Index 305 Subject Index 308

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of an informative and accessible book guides building surveyors and facilities managers through the key aspects of property maintenance and continues to be of value to both students and practitioners. With the increasing cost of new-build, effective maintenance of existing building stock is becoming ever more important and building maintenance work now represents nearly half of total construction output in the UK. Building Maintenance Management provides a comprehensive profile of the many aspects of property maintenance. This second edition has been updated throughout, with sections on outsourcing; maintenance planning; benchmarking and KPIs; and current trends in procurement routes (including partnering and the growth of PFI) integrated into the text. There is also a new chapter on the changing context within which maintenance is carried out, largely concerned with its relationship to facilities management.Trade Review"In an era when sustainability and the efficient use of the world's resources have become paramount considerations, this book highlights practical ways of putting these principles into practice." (Journal of Building Appraisal, Autumn 2007)Table of ContentsForeword. Acknowledgements. Abbreviations. Chapter 1 - The changing context within which Building Maintenance operates. Chapter 2 - The Maintenance Dimension. Chapter 3 - Maintenance Organisations. Chapter 4 - The Design/Maintenance Relationship. Chapter 5 - The Nature of Maintenance Work. Chapter 6 - Information Management. Chapter 7 - Maintenance Planning. Chapter 8 - Maintenance Contracts. Chapter 9 - The Execution of Building Maintenance. Appendix 1 - StatisticsAppendix 2 - Methods of Financial Appraisal

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Book Synopsis'As long as government continues to push collaborative working and best value, partnering will be in vogue' If you are implementing partnering in your organisation and don't know where to start, this book covers everything you'll need - explaining all aspects of the partnering relationship from scratch.Trade Review'It offers a straightforward, clear, and practical account of how to establish and maintain partnering and intergrated teamworking relationships.' CME Dec 2006Table of ContentsPreface. Chapter 1: The Culture Change. Chapter 2: Identifying the oorganisations’ Value Criteria. Chapter 3: Partnering Advisers and Facilitators. Chapter 4: Internal Partnering and Managing Change. Chapter 5: Selection Criteria and Weighting. Chapter 6: Selecting Supplier Partners. Chapter 7: Writing Effective Partnering Documentation. Chapter 8: Evaluating Client Partners. Chapter 9: Submitting Successful Partnering Bids. Chapter 10: Assessment, Evaluation and Award. Chapter 11: Developing the Integrated Team. Chapter 12: Trust. Chapter 13: Respect For People. Chapter 14: Communication. Chapter 15: Non-Technical Team Roles. Chapter 16: Mutual Objectives. Chapter 17: Issue Resolution. Chapter 18: Partnering Champions and the Core Groups. Chapter 19: Continuous improvement. Chapter 20: Benchmarking and Key Performance Indicators. Chapter 21: A Programme Of Partnering and Integrated Team Workshops. Chapter 22: Initial Partnering Workshop. Chapter 23: Continuous Improvement Review. Chapter 24: Post-project Review. Chapter 25: Value Management. Chapter 26: Risk Management. Chapter 27: Lean Thinking. Chapter 28: COLA – The Cross Organisational Learning Approach. Chapter 29: Implementing Best Value. Chapter 30: Sustainability. Chapter 31: Whole Life Costing. Chapter 32: Innovation. Chapter 33: Open book accounting. Chapter 34: Incentives and Award. Chapter 35: Partnering Contracts. Chapter 36: Involving Interested Parties and Inducting New Staff. Chapter 37: Avoiding the Pitfalls of Partnering. Chapter 38: Icebreakers and Team Building Exercises. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides practical guidance on the design and construction of timber roofs, featuring numerous detail drawings. It includes information on loft to attic room conversion. The new edition has been updated to cover the latest changes to the British Regulations and extended coverage of roof attic construction.Trade Review"A thorough rundown of the various types of roof currently in use, with easy -to-read diagrams to make sense of it all … useful." (Build It, December 2008) "A thorough rundown of the various types of roof currently in use, with easy -to-read diagrams to make sense of it all … particularly useful if you have a tricky space to convert." (Build It, December 2008) "easy to read and concise … an excellent book" (Building Engineer)Table of ContentsThe development of the pitched roof; Roof shapes and terminology; The "traditional" and "cut" roof; Bolted truss roof construction; The construction of trussed rafters roofs; Truss plate systems; Roof construction detailing; Loft conversion: space possibilities; Technical possibilities; Planning and building control; Surveys and specification

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