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Color Planning for Interiorsby Margaret Portillo
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2010; US$ 70.00Evidence-based approach to color planning lets you discover the impact of color on people and space. You'll learn to systematically develop innovative, holistic color solutions in interior design with this book's evidence-based approach to color planning. The author sets forth a color planning framework that integrates multiple criteria, enabling you to fully consider the complex role that color plays in interior design. Color Planning for Interiors is based on the findings from a national study that the author conducted, which identified five categories of color criteria: Color as Composition Color Preferences Color as Communication Color Pragmatics Color for Engagement The author interviewed noted designers and colorists about... more...
Interior Graphic Standardsby Corky Binggeli
John Wiley & Sons 2011; US$ 110.00The new student edition of the definitive reference on architectural interiors Interior Graphic Standards , Student Edition is a carefully edited treatment of the authoritative Interior Graphic Standards Professional Edition . Designed and organized to give students the specific information they require, this is an essential reference for anyone studying architectural interiors. New topics include accessible design basics, computing technologies, fire-resistive construction, fire protection systems, security and communications systems, interior equipment, evidence-based design, and climate considerations. In addition, this second Student Edition offers more material on residential design, is packed with more than 1,300 informative illustrations,... more...
Medical and Dental Space Planningby Jain Malkin
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2002; US$ 235.00This definitive reference offers detailed analyses of more than thirty medical and dental specialties and their respective space planning requirements. New to the third edition is coverage of new medical specialties including reproductive enhancement, LASIX eye surgery, breast care centers, larger ambulatory centers, and medical oncology. It also offers up-to-date information on digital technology-electronic medical records, digital imaging, diagnostic instruments, and networked communications-and how it impacts the design of medical and dental facilities. You'll also find out about recent changes in regulatory agency reviews of office-based surgery practices and ADA compliance. more...
Building Systems for Interior Designersby Corky Binggeli
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 85.00The first desk reference on technical building systems for interior designers Building Systems for Interior Designers is the first book to explain technical building systems and engineering issues in a clear and accessible way to interior designers. The technical knowledge and vocabulary presented here allow interior designers to communicate more effectively with architects, engineers, and contractors while collaborating on projects, leading to more accurate solutions for problems related to a broad range of other building considerations with an impact on interior design. Information on sustainable design is integrated throughout the book, making it a relevant tool for current and emerging trends in building design. Written in a straightforward,... more...
The Interior Design Business Handbookby Mary V. Knackstedt
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2002; US$ 80.00Discover how you can run the practical side of your practice more profitably. This comprehensive guide to managing an interior design business gives you an arsenal of proven procedures and practical tools and techniques perfected over the course of some thirty years. New to this edition are sections on establishing an electronic office, the pros and cons of working alone and creating partnerships, hiring and working with off-site employees, and more. It also includes more than fifty sample forms and letters, such as an existing conditions survey and a letter of transmittal, that can easily be adapted to your own uses. more...
Design of Lightingby Peter Tregenza; David Loe
Spon Press 1998; US$ 125.95In this comprehensive source book for architects and designers on interior lighting design, the authors combine a technical introduction to lighting and colour theory with a guide to design concepts and criteria. more...
Selling Architectural Ideasby Tom Porter
Spon Press 1999; US$ 85.95Selling Architectural Ideas explores the promotional role of architectural graphics and drawings at the point of communication, i.e. at their point of sale. more...
Art of Texturing and Covingby P.R. Barker
Spon Press 1989; US$ 64.95The DIY and decorators' complete illustrated handbook on creating ceiling and wall textures and fixing coving. more...
On Altering Architectureby Fred Scott
Taylor & Francis 2008; US$ 44.95In his new text, Fred Scott brings together ideas of what might constitute a theory of interior, or interventional design. more...
Distributed Workplaceby Andrew Harrison; Paul Wheeler; Carolyn Whitehead
Spon Press 2003; US$ 90.95The Distributed Workplace provides essential information on sustainable work environments. more...