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Building Acoustics
Taylor & Francis 2008; US$ 170.00Covering all aspects of sound and vibration in buildings, this book explores room acoustics, sound insulation, and noise and vibration problems connected to service equipment and external sources. more...
Implementing IT in Construction
Taylor and Francis 2012; US$ 69.95Contrary to stereotype, the construction industry has embraced IT with some vigour. Computers are used effectively across the sector and this use is increasing. A range of new issues have emerged in consequence. This practical book draws on direct industrial experience and examines the role of IT within a range of enterprises operating in the construction... more...
Advances in Construction Materials 2007
Springer 2007; US$ 239.99The book is a compilation of recent research results on building construction materials. The construction industry consumes extreme volumes of material, and the growing demand for quality and safety require continuous improvement of materials and material compositions. A deep understanding of material behavior is essential to enable efficient construction:... more...
Building Construction Handbook
Taylor & Francis 2004; US$ 33.95Building Construction Handbook summarises all elements of building construction practice, techniques, components and procedures. Information is presented concisely, in a highly illustrated and accessible style. This is an essential text for all building construction students up to, and including, undergraduate level. It is an ideal resource for... more...
Structural Engineer's Pocket Book
Taylor & Francis 2009; US$ 35.95The Structural Engineer's Pocket Book is the only compilation of all tables, data, facts and formulae needed for scheme design by structural engineers in a handy-sized format. Bringing together data from many sources into a compact, affordable pocketbook, it saves valuable time spent tracking down information needed regularly. This new and improved... more...
Virtual Futures for Design, Construction and Procurement
Wiley 2009; US$ 160.00This book brings together some of the best practitioners and thinkers from around the world to discuss the likely future of information and communication technologies for the construction industry. It addresses a range of innovative developments, state of the art applications, research work and theoretical arguments with regard to the use of virtual... more...
Building Services Handbook
Taylor and Francis 2009; US$ 35.95* Ideal for students on general construction and building services courses * Each topic presented concisely using plain language and clear drawings * Incorporates updated references to relevant regulations and practice standards * Includes established and contemporary practice * Website resources available Building Services Handbook... more...
Organizing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies
Wiley 2009; US$ 19.99Do-it-Yourself Organizing for Dummies Discover how to: Organize a room in five steps Put important organization practices to good use Gather the right tools Create order in every area of your home and your life Sandra Munson Professional home organizer Do-it-Yourself Take control of your space and bring harmony back to your life! Do... more...
A Handbook of Sustainable Building Design and Engineering
Taylor and Francis 2012; US$ 150.00The combined challenges of health, comfort, climate change and energy security cross the boundaries of traditional building disciplines. This authoritative collection, focusing mostly on energy and ventilation, provides the current and next generation of building engineering professionals with what they need to work closely with many disciplines to... more...
Timber Framing for the Rest of Us
New Society Publishers 2004; US$ 22.95A manual for all without traditional skills who want to build with timber framing. more...









