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Whole System Designby Peter Stasinopoulos; Michael H. Smith; Karlson 'Charlie' Hargroves; Cheryl Desha
Earthscan 2008; US$ 38.95Whole System Design is increasingly being seen as one of the most cost-effective ways to both increase the productivity and reduce the negative environmental impacts of an engineered system. A focus on design is critical as the output from this stage of the project locks in most of the economic and environmental performance of the designed system throughout its life which can span from a few years to many decades. Indeed it is now widely acknowledged that all designers - particularly engineers architects and industrial designers - need to be able to understand and implement a whole system design approach. This book provides a clear design methodology based on leading efforts in the field and is supported by worked examples that demonstrate... more...
Mastering Autodesk Revit Architecture 2011by Eddy Krygiel; Phil Read; James Vandezande
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2010; US$ 59.99The Ultimate Real-World Reference for Revit Architecture This comprehensive guide has been completely updated to provide the most modern, detailed, and in-depth coverage of Autodesk's leading building information modeling software. This packed new edition features clear discussions of core topics that are reinforced by compelling examples and tutorials to guide you to Revit Architecture mastery. The expert authors use real-world workflows to show you how to immediately implement and use Revit Architecture 2011 with spectacular results. They delve deeply into every crucial topic, including how to most productively use the interface, how to create fantastic building designs with Revit, and how to produce solid documentation. They also explore... more...
LEED-New Construction Project Management (GreenSource)by Vijaya Yellamraju
McGraw-Hill 2010; US$ 75.00A one-stop guide to managing a LEED-New Construction project and mastering the tools to make the process more efficient. LEED-New Construction Project Management guides architects, engineers, and contractors in managing high-performance commercial and institutional projects. First-time LEED users can refer to the book to cut down on time spent understanding and creating their own project management systems. LEED Project Managers will be equipped with tools to manage and implement a LEED project more efficiently and effectively. Project Team Members will get a better understanding on their roles and responsibilities in the implementation of a LEED project. Building owners and developers will get a big picture overview on the steps involved... more...
Construction Project Managementby S. Keoki Sears; Glenn A. Sears; Richard H. Clough
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2010; US$ 120.00For more than thirty years, Construction Project Management by Clough and Sears has been considered the preeminent guide to the Critical Path Method (CPM) of project scheduling. It combines a solid foundation in the principles and fundamentals of CPM with particular emphasis on project planning, demonstrated through an example project. This Fifth Edition features a range of improvements. New pedagogical devices improve absorption of the material. Updated labor, material, and equipment pricing is incorporated into the text. Coverage is enhanced by discussions of contemporary planning and management methods such as Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and the Earned Value Management System (EVMS). A highway bridge with a complete cost estimate,... more...
Building Construction Illustratedby Francis D. K. Ching
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2010; US$ 49.95The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with the most current information For nearly three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever-providing the latest information in Francis D.K. Ching's signature style. Its rich and comprehensive approach clearly presents all of the basic concepts underlying building construction and equips readers with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter. Laying out the material and structural choices available, it provides a full under-standing of how these choices affect a building's... more...
Managing the Brief For Better Designby Alastair Blyth; John Worthington
Spon Press 2000; US$ 89.95Based on extensive research, this book offers an understanding of the briefing process and its importance to the built environment. The text is illustrated by four excellent examples of effective practice. more...
Reinforced and Prestressed Concreteby F.K. Z Kong; R.H. Evans
Spon Press 1987; US$ 90.95This highly successful textbook has been comprehensively revised for two main reasons: to bring the book up-to-date and make it compatible with BS8110 1985; and to take into account the increasing use made of microcomputers in civil engineering. An more...
Housebuilding in Britain's Countrysideby Mark Shucksmith
Routledge 1990; US$ 150.00Examines the controversial issue of whether looser planning controls are necessary in order to provide affordable housing or whether we should protect the countryside from urban encroachment. more...
Housing Management, Consumers and Citizensby Liz Caincross; Robina Goodlad; David Clapham
Routledge 1996; US$ 71.95The growth of tenant participation is examined in the context of changes in the role of local authorities and their relationship with their electorates and questions raised about the nature of power in the tenant-landlord relationship. more...
Housingby Paul Balchin; Maureen Rhoden
Routledge 1998; US$ 77.95In introducing the many diverse aspects of housing within a single volume, this book provides the essential foundations for the study of this multi-disciplinary subject. more...









