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A Visual Dictionary of Architecture
A Visual Dictionary of Architecture This dictionary includes fundamental terms relating to architectural design, history, and technology. The information is clustered around basic aspects of architecture as outlined in the table of contents instead of alphabetical listing. Paper. DLC: Architecture – Dictionaries. List Price: $ 29.95 Price: $ 79.48 Related Architecture Products
A Global History of Architecture
A Global History of Architecture Praise for the First Edition”Because of its exceptionally wide perspective, even architectural historians who do not teach general survey courses are likely to enjoy and appreciate it.”—Annali d’architettura”Not only does A Global History of Architecture own the territory (of world architecture), it pulls off this audacious task with panache, intelligence, [...]
Fundamentals of Residential Construction
Fundamentals of Residential Construction The leading guide to professional home construction—now updated and revised!Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Edition features the most up-to-date explanations of today’s residential construction systems. From foundation to roof and exterior finishes to interior details, this new edition thoroughly addresses the latest developments in materials and methods of house construction, including [...]
Modern Architecture Since 1900
Modern Architecture Since 1900 This work on 20th-century architecture combines a clear general outline with analysis and interpretation of particular buildings. While technical, economic, social and intellectual developments are fully treated, the final emphasis is on individuals and on the qualities that give buildings their lasting value. For this revised and updated third edition, an [...]
Managing a Construction Firm on Just 24 Hours a Day Reviews
Managing a Construction Firm on Just 24 Hours a Day This detailed overview of the construction contracting business delivers an invaluable collection of best practices, forms, templates, and checklists designed to reduce risks and increase profits. Contractors will learn everything they need to know about the make-or-break areas of estimating, pricing, bidding, project management, and [...]
Architecture
Architecture This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it [...]
The Art of Construction: Projects and Principles for Beginning Engineers & Architects
The Art of Construction: Projects and Principles for Beginning Engineers & Architects Students discover the basic principles necessary to build all types of structures used in everyday life including bridges, skyscrapers, and other architectural gems. Line art illustrations help to explain projects that demonstrate how these principles keep structures solid. Perfect for kids who wonder [...]
Building Construction Handbook, Eighth Edition
Building Construction Handbook, Eighth Edition Building Construction Handbook is an authoritative reference for all students and professionals. It is full of detailed drawings that clearly illustrate the construction of building elements. The principles and processes of construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice and techniques, [...]
How to Clarify Team Roles So Nothing Falls Through the Cracks (Team Building Tool Box for Busy Managers)
How to Clarify Team Roles So Nothing Falls Through the Cracks (Team Building Tool Box for Busy Managers) Problems with team work roles and responsibility are some of the most common, and most frustrating of all team issues. Team members often assume that, because there are documents such as organization charts and position descriptions, there [...]
The Principles of Sustainability
The Principles of Sustainability At a time of increasingly rapid environmental deterioration and climate change, sustainability is one of the most important issues facing the world. Can we create a sustainable society? What would that mean? How should we set about doing it? How can we bring about such a profound change in the way [...]
