Born out of the drawingbuilding.org online archive, 'Architectural Inventions' presents a stunning visual study of impossible or speculative structures that exist only on paper. Soliciting the work of architects, designers, and artists of renown--as well as emerging talents from…
Initial chapters illustrate the different contexts in which furniture is used, from the office and domestic interiors to retail and exhibition space; look at types of furniture, whether off-the-shelf or bespoke; and explore the new vogue for recycling and vintage. Later chapters…
This handbook provides extensive coverage of building construction practice, processes and techniques, representing both traditional procedures and modern developments. It has been revised and updated to take into account changes in standards and regulations, and developments in…
"The Building Construction Handbook is THE authoritative reference for all construction students and professionals. Its detailed drawings clearly illustrate the construction of building elements, and have been an invaluable guide for builders since 1988. The principles and proce…
This is a detailed, professionally relevant source of construction price information for the UK. It gives a detailed cost base in a way that allows adjustment for market conditions that affect building prices for major works contracts exceeding £3,500,000 in value.
This is a detailed, professionally relevant source of construction price information for the UK. It gives a detailed cost base in a way that allows adjustment for market conditions that affect building prices for major works contracts exceeding £3,500,000 in value.
This handbook summarises in diagrams and brief explanations all elements of building services. The book should be a useful reference for professionals and students on advanced GNVQ level courses. This edition has been updated in line with the latest revised Building Regulations.
This handbook summarises in diagrams and brief explanations all elements of building services. The book should be a useful reference for professionals and students on advanced GNVQ level courses. This edition has been updated in line with the latest revised Building Regulations.
Robin Barry's Construction of Buildings was first published in 1958 in five volumes, rapidly becoming a standard text on construction. In its current two-volume format Barry remains hugely popular with both students and lecturers of construction and related disciplines. The thir…
"Robin Barry's Construction of Buildings was first published in 1958 in 5 volumes, rapidly becoming a standard text on construction. In its current 2 volume format Barry remains hugely popular with both students and lecturers of construction and related disciplines. The third ed…
"Materials for Architects and Builders provides a clear and concise introduction to the broad range of materials used within the construction industry and covers the essential details of their manufacture, key physical properties, specification and uses. Understanding the basics…
This is a detailed, professionally relevant source of construction price information for the UK. It gives a detailed cost base in a way that allows adjustment for market conditions that affect building prices for major works contracts exceeding £3,500,000 in value.
The definitive guide to environmental control systems, updated with emerging technology and trends.
The Design Book brings together the best in contemporary design for the home, presenting a huge range of striking new products: tables and chairs, sofas and beds, storage, kitchens and bathrooms, tableware, textiles and surfaces, lighting, electronics and more. Works by the fine…
Explaining how to unite the science of sound and the principles of design to enhance any space, 'Architectural Acoustics Illustrated' translates the quantitative and qualitative content of acoustics into the graphic language of architecture.
In a world increasingly concerned about the impact of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere on global climate, the A Carbon Primer for the Built Environment will provide an understanding of the science and the public policy and regulation intended to tackle…
