Architectural structure and design Books

Originally published in 1848, according to the author, 'every person has an individual interest in Architecture as a useful art, and all who cultivate a taste of the Fine Arts must give it a high place among them.' The chapters include examinations of...

Originally published in 2014, The Shaping of London chronologically examines the likely impact of wars, dynastic struggles, demographic change and economic growth on the physical fabric of London. The book traces the evolution of architectural style in...

John VanBelle was Yakima Valley Partners Habitat for Humanity's first hired Executive Director.His leadership in our early years continues to be recalled by those who ministered with him.John and his wife Esther are two of God's saints. Their trust in...

Focus, relax, and be creative with the Irish Sign Language alphabet and this inspirational colouring book for adults.This is the ISL edition of a brand-new and unique series of beautifully illustrated international sign language colouring books for...

Focus, relax, and be creative with the Filipino Sign Language alphabet and this inspirational coloring book for adults.This is the FSL edition of a brand-new and unique series of beautifully illustrated international sign language coloring books for...

Focus, relax, and be creative with the Danish Sign Language alphabet and this inspirational coloring book for adults.This is the DSL edition of a brand-new and unique series of beautifully illustrated international sign language coloring books for adults...

This book will prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that mans past and present destructive penetration into planet Earths pyramid's has been the cause of many natural disasters around the world; The below mentioned damaged pyramids were built to prevent and...

This book examines diverse ways of questioning, critiquing, and communicating site in the creative process of architecture, interior design, urban planning, and historical and cultural studies.

This Handbook provides readers with a strong foundation for understanding the practice of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), by outlining the different types of assessment while also providing a guide to best practice. This book will be essential for...

When architect Peter Cowman dreamed up his groundbreaking 'Be Your Own Architect' concept he quickly discovered that his university education had neglected to teach him the rudiments of house design! Realising that people had always practiced a...

Students studying construction management and related subjects need to have a broad understanding of the major aspects of controlling the building processes. Operations Management for Construction is one of three textbooks (Business Organisation,...

Work in the construction industry is particularly tough. It demands excessively long hours and frequent weekend work. Other characteristics are particularly marked, such as re-location, job insecurity and distinctive behavioural patterns, which...

This book is an interdisciplinary research work designed to be of interest to a broad range of academics. The book examines the relationship between democracy and the (trans)formations of urban spaces in Iran.

The year is 1925. The construction of a major agricultural project in Africa is taking place in the Gezira area of Sudan. As a result, this design paves the way for the emergence of a locally constructed traditional vernacular model, as opposed to the...

The comfort of present day diapering strategies has without a doubt changed the nurturing scene, offering parental figures proficient answers for deal with their babies' cleanliness needs. Notwithstanding, this comfort includes some significant pitfalls...

Descrição de viagens, pessoas que eu conheci e fatos que eu vivenciei, fruto de um trabalho na Bahia. Em 1984 o Estado eram os coronéis, a educação er

Integrates both conceptual and hands-on quantitative knowledge on construction equipment into a process that facilitates student learning. Includes both commercial and heavy civil examples and case studies. A companion website provides an instructor...

As the world becomes more urbanised, solutions are required to solve current challenges for three arenas of sustainability: social sustainability, environmental sustainability and urban economic sustainability.This edited volume...

L�������Aquitaine Historique Et Monumentale est un livre �����crit par Eugene Dufourcet en 1890. Il s'agit d'un ouvrage qui d�����crit l'histoire et les monuments de la r�����gion Aquitaine en France. Le livre est divis����� en plusieurs chapitres qui...

""L'Architettura In Italia Dal Secolo VI Al Mille Circa"" ����� un libro scritto da Raffaele Cattaneo nel 1888. Il libro tratta dell'architettura in Italia dal VI secolo fino all'anno mille circa. Cattaneo esamina l'evoluzione dell'architettura in Italia...

Originally published in 1881, but here reissuing the 1906 edition with a new introduction by Stephen J. Scaysbrook, the Mitchell's Building and Construction Stage 2, 3 and Honours book offer an unparalleled insight into historic construction techniques...

This companion investigates the ways in which designers, architects, and planners address ecology through the built environment by integrating ecological ideas and ecological thinking into discussions of urbanism, society, culture, and design.Exploring...

In The Feel-Good Home, Feng Shui and Taoism for Healthy Living, Mary Jane Kasliner breaks downs the history of two ancient practices and how they work with energy (chi) to enhance our environment and how we feel.In recent years, more and more people have...

The Visitants������� Guide To Windsor Castle: And Its Vicinity is a historical guidebook written by Charles Andrews in 1828. The book provides a comprehensive description of Windsor Castle, one of the most famous castles in England, and its surrounding...

""The History of North Allerton, in the County of York: To Which is Added a Description of the Castle Hills"" is a historical book written by James Langdale Crosfield in 1791. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of North Allerton, a...

""The History of Morley, in the West-Riding of Yorkshire: Including a Particular Account of Its Old Chapel"" is a book written by Scatcherd, Norrisson Cavendish and published in 1874. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Morley, a...

The History of Market-Harborough: In Leicestershire, and Its Vicinity is a book written by William Harrod in 1808. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Market-Harborough, a market town in Leicestershire, England, and the...

The Antiquities of the Town of Halifax is a historical book written by Thomas Wright in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and antiquities of Halifax, a town in West Yorkshire, England. It covers the town's origins, its growth...

Sketch Of His Majesty�������s Province Of Upper Canada (1805) is a historical book written by Darcy Boulton. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the province of Upper Canada during the early 19th century. It covers various aspects of the...

Round About London is a comprehensive guidebook written by William John Loftie in 1877. The book is a collection of historical, archaeological, architectural, and picturesque notes that are suitable for tourists within a twelve-mile radius of London. The...

Remarks On The Principles Of Gothic Architecture: As Applied To Ordinary Parish Churches is a book written by John Louis Petit in 1846. The book provides a detailed analysis of the principles of Gothic architecture and how they can be applied to ordinary...

Rambles Around Old Boston is a book written by Edwin Monroe Bacon and published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive guide to the historic sites and landmarks of Boston, Massachusetts. It takes the reader on a journey through the city's past, exploring...

""Home Sweet Home"" is a novel written by John Howard Payne and first published in 1880. The story follows the life of a young woman named Grace Ashburn, who is forced to leave her comfortable home in New York City and move to the countryside with her...

Holt Castle: Or The Three-Fold Interest In The Land is a historical novel written by Henry Tanner and first published in 1882. The book tells the story of Holt Castle, a medieval fortress located in the English countryside, and the three individuals who...

""History of the Washington National Monument and of the Washington National Monument Society"" is a book written by Frederick Loviad Harvey and published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Washington National...

History And Description Of The Steamship Great Britain is a book written by Christopher Claxton that was published in 1845. The book provides a comprehensive history and detailed description of the Great Britain steamship, which was built in Bristol for...

Historical Sketch of Camden, New Jersey is a book written by Howard Mickle Cooper in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Camden, New Jersey, from its early beginnings to the time of its publication. Cooper delves into the...

Drawing from a diverse range of interdisciplinary voices, this book explores how spaces of care shape our affective, material, and social forms, from the most intimate scale of the body to our planetary commons.

Volume II of the ACADIA 2020 Conference Proceedings contains the collection of Peer-Reviewed and Curated Projects presented during this year's conference (October 24-30, 2020) as well as essays from the winners of this year's ACADIA Awards of Excellence...

Are you looking to protect your home, belongings, and your family? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this guide is for you. Recent technological advancements have made home security more accessible, more effective, and cheaper...

Glimpses Of Old Bombay And Western India: With Other Papers (1900) is a book written by James Douglas. It is a collection of essays and papers that provide a glimpse into the history and culture of Old Bombay and Western India. The book is divided into...

This book examines the major changes in the technology now used for the measurement and processing of topographic and non-topographic spatial data, with emphasis on the new and emerging technology and its applications. Fundamental principles are...

The third edition of this authoritative handbook provides the structural designer with comprehensive guidance on prestressed concrete and its effective use, covering materials, behaviour, analysis and design of prestressed elements. It includes numerous...

Builders of the Vision traces the intellectual history and contemporary practices of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Numerical Control since the years following World War II until today. Drawing from primary archival and ethnographic sources, it...

What Architecture Means introduces you to architecture and allows you to explore the connections between design ideas and values across time, space, and culture. It equips you to play an active and informed role in architecture either as a professional...

Sustainability in Architecture and Urban Design will help you understand the nature of the sustainability problem and show you how to implement your design for a sustainable future. Organized in six parts, the problem, the environment, the residential...

Gleanings Among The Castles And Convents Of Norfolk is a book written by Henry Harrod and published in 1857. The book is a comprehensive guide to the castles and convents of Norfolk, England. It provides a detailed history of each of the castles and...