
| The Construction of Buildings: Foundations and Oversite Concrete, Walls, Floors, Roofs By R. Barry Publisher: Blackwell Science Number Of Pages: 288 Publication Date: 2000-02 ISBN / ASIN: 0632052619 ~~~ The Construction of Buildings Windows, Doors, Fires, Stairs, Finishes v. 2 By R. Barry Publisher: Blackwell Science Ltd Number Of Pages: 200 Publication Date: 1999-04 ISBN / ASIN: 0632050926 ~~~ Construction of Buildings By R. Barry * Publisher: Blackwell Science Inc * Number Of Pages: 192 * Publication Date: 1996-06 * ISBN / ASIN: 0632039116 10.9 MB ~~~ Construction of Buildings: Windows, Doors, Fires, Stairs, Finishes (Construction of Buildings) By R. Barry * Publisher: Blackwell Science Inc * Number Of Pages: 160 * Publication Date: 1992-07 * ISBN / ASIN: 0632032898 ~~~ The Construction of Buildings: Windows, Doors, Fires, Stairs, Finishes v. 2 By R. Barry * Publisher: Blackwell Science Ltd * Number Of Pages: 200 * Publication Date: 1999-04 * ISBN / ASIN: 0632050926 ~~~ Construction Bldgs. V5 3e The Construction of Buildings - Volume 5 Building Services Third Edition By: ROBIN BARRY (Architect, formerly of the School of Architecture, South Bank University) Description The fifth volume in this classic series of building technology texts covers building services, including water supply and plumbing, drainage, electrical and gas supply. ~~~ Construction of Buildings - Vol 3. Single Storey Frames Shells and Lightweight Coverings Author: Barry Robin Category: structural engineering ISBN: 0632037423 The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) This new edition takes account of the effect of new materials on the form of structural frames and the requirements for enhanced insulation and moisture vapour checks. It also includes new sections on composite frames of concrete and steel the use of tilt-up constructions and single ply roof membranes ~ Durability of concrete and cement composites * Publisher: CRC * Number Of Pages: 404 * Publication Date: 2007-06-25 * ISBN / ASIN: 0849391296 $219.95 Book Description: Concrete and other cement-based composites are by far the most widely used man-made construction materials in the world. However major problems of infrastructure deterioration have been caused by unanticipated premature degradation of these materials. Durability of Concrete and Cement Composites provides an up-to-date analysis of several of the main forms of degradation, examining what is known about their causes and control. The book begins with a review of the physical and chemical characteristics of cement-based materials then moves on to discuss specific forms of degradation. It also examines trends in modelling and prediction of service-lives ~ Architectural Detailing: Function - Constructibility - Aesthetics by Edward Allen , Patrick Rand Paperback: 336 pages Publisher: Wiley; 2Rev Ed edition (November 10, 2006) Language: English ISBN-10: 0471488178 ISBN-13: 978-0471488170 $47.26 Book Description This edition of the industry standard on architectural detailing includes new sections covering analysis and modification of existing details and design of new details, both basic and advanced. Revised to address sustainability and to reflect the International Building Code®, Architectural Detailing continues to deliver reliable, insightful information on how to design details that will be water- and airtight, control the flows of heat and water vapor, adjust to all kinds of movement, age gracefully, be easy to construct, and still look good. Conveniently organized by the three major concerns of the detailerfunction, constructibility, and aestheticsthis edition features: * Richly illustrated examples of detail design, case studies, and practical exercises. * New and revised patterns showing form, constructibility, and aesthetics. * Everything you need, whether a student or professional, to design details that work ~ Design Hotels Architectural Design by Arian Mostaedi International in its scope, this beautiful hardcover book, enclosed in its own slipcase, represents 24 hotels in different parts of the world, by different architects. This great souce book of ideas combines: * Interior and exterior design photographs * Architectural drawings, renderings, and elevations * Floor plans * Fully descriptive text in both English and Spanish Design Hotels is an inspiration to design professionals everywhere! * The Metropolitan Hotel, London, England United Designers * Bras Hotel, Aveyron, France Eric Raffy * The Serai, Bali, Indonesia Kerry Hill * Hotel at Naoshima Contemporary Art Complex, Kagawa, Japan Tadao ando Architect & Associates * Bleibtreu Hotel, Berlin, Germany Werner Weitz * Hotel Martinspark, Dornbirn, Austria Baumschlager & Eberle * Hotel Kandalama, Dambulla, Sri Lanka Geoffrey Bawa * Hotel Soho Grand, New York City William Sofield * Art'otel Postdam, Berlin Germany Rave Architects * Hotel Klinglhuber, Krems an der Donau, Austria Neururer & Neururer * Hotel Sheraton Roissy, Paris, France Paul Andreu & Agence Martinet (architecture) Group Ecart (interior design) * Hotel Domino Suites, Ebreichsdorf, Austria Ifsits-Ganahl-Larch Architects * The Hempel, London, England Anouska Hempel * Pousada Santa Maria do Bouro, Amares, Portugal Edouardo Souto de Moura & Humberto Vieria * Hotel Das Triest, Vienna, Austria Peter Lorenz (architecture) Terence Conran (interiors) * Hotel La Posada de Babel, Llanes, Spain César Ruiz-Larrea, Enrique Alvarez-Sala & Carlos Rubio Carvajal * Hotel Square, Paris, France Patrick Derderian * Hotel Turó de Vilana Joaquín Díez-Cascón * The Miramar Hotel, Agouza-Cairo, Egypt Michael Graves * Hotel Poluinya Shari-gun, Hokkaido, Japan Toyo Ito * Hotel Explora en Patagonia, Parque Natural Torres del Paine, Chile Germán del Sol & José Cruz * Hotel Terrantai, San Pedro de Atacama, Chile Mathías Klotz & Felipe Assadi * Adelphi Hotel, Melbourne, Australia Denton, Corker, Marshall, PTY Architects * D-Hotel, Osaka, Japan Kiyoshi Sey Takeyama ~ Analysis and design of plated structures: Volume 2: Dynamics * Publisher: CRC * Number Of Pages: 480 * Publication Date: 2007-03-09 * ISBN / ASIN: 1420044575 $249.95 Book Description: A concise review of the most recent research and how it can be used in the field, with a panel of distinguished editors and a team of international contributors, this book is an invaluable reference source. It discusses the modelling of plates for effects such as transverse shear deformation and rotary inertia, assembly of plates in forming thin-walled members, and changing material properties in composite, laminated and functionally graded plates. It includes discussions of recent techniques for linear and nonlinear vibration analysis and concludes with a hybrid strategy suitable for parameter identification of plated structures and hydroelastic analysis of floating plated structures ~ Introduction to prestressed concrete by Arthur Horace Allen Publisher: Scholium Intl Number Of Pages: 66 Publication Date: 1978-06 ISBN / ASIN: 0721010903 ~ Building Envelope and Interior Finishes Databook By Sidney M. Levy * Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional * Number Of Pages: 752 * Publication Date: 2000-10-16 * ISBN / ASIN: 0071360220 Book Description: A one-stop resource for residential or commercial construction projects, Construction Building Envelope and Interior Finishes Databook gives you instant access to hundreds of tables, specifications, charts, diagrams, and illustrations covering materials and components most frequently used on a typical job. In easy-to-understand language, construction pro Sidney M. Levy covers: *Interior metal stud specifications, design data and typical details...drywall installation... and fire and sound ratings *Structural steel, cast-in-place concrete and masonry structural systems, with details, specifications, and illustrations of component parts *Masonry shapes, patterns, installations tips and practices, with an illustrated guide to reinforcing specifications and materials *Roofing types and materials...flashing and waterproofing details *Finishes including plastic laminates...resilient flooring... painting specifications...and installation guidelines *Much more ~ Dynamic Loading and Design of Structures By Andreas Kappos * Publisher: Taylor & Francis * Number Of Pages: 304 * Publication Date: 2001-11-21 * ISBN / ASIN: 0419229302 $139.37 Book Description: No other book has examined the different types of loading in a comprehensive and systematic manner, and looked at their signficance in the design process. The book begins with a survey of the probabilistic background to all forms of loads, which is particularly important to dynamic loads, and then looks at the main types in turn: wind, earthquake, wave, blast and impact loading. The relevant code provisions (Eurocode and UBC American) are detailed and a number of examples are used to illustrate the principles ~ ELLE Decor Magazine October 2007 English | PDF | 262 Pages | 59 Mb ~ IKEA - Ideal Interior Design - 2008 PDF | 283 Full Color Pages | 12.7 MB ~ Reinforced Concrete Designer's Handbook By C.E. Reynolds, C.E. Reynolds, J. Steedman, * Publisher: Taylor & Francis * Number Of Pages: 452 * Publication Date: 1988-09-01 * ISBN / ASIN: 0419145400 $69.82 Book Description: The revised edition of this classical reference has been completely updated to comply with the requirements of BS 8110. This practical design guide features 200 full pages of tables and charts encompassing all aspects of structual analysis and reinforced concrete design providing civil and structural engineers with the essential information for the production of rapid and efficient designs which conforms with current British Standards Size: 15,015 MB ~ Reynold's Reinforced Concrete Designer Handbook By Reynolds/Teedma * Publisher: Taylor & Francis * Number Of Pages: 401 * Publication Date: 2007-04-30 * ISBN / ASIN: 0419258302 $63.00 The revised edition of this classical reference has been completely updated to comply with the requirements of BS 8110. This practical design guide features 200 full pages of tables and charts encompassing all aspects of structual analysis and reinforced concrete design providing civil and structural engineers with the essential information for the production of rapid and efficient designs which conforms with current British Standards PDF ~ 14,2 Mb ~ Assessing Building Performance By Wolgang F. Preiser * Publisher: Elsevier * Number Of Pages: 224 * Publication Date: 2004-12-13 * ISBN / ASIN: 0750661747 $50.99 Book Description: The building performance evaluation (BPE) framework emphasizes an evaluative stance throughout the six phases of the building delivery and life cycle: (1) strategic planning/needs analysis; (2) program review; (3) design review; (4) post-construction evaluation/review; (5) post-occupancy evaluation; and, (6) facilities management review/adaptive reuse. The lessons learned from positive and negative building performance are fed into future building delivery cycles. The case studies illustrate how this basic methodology has been adapted to a range of cultural contexts, and indicates the positive results of building performance assessment in a wide range of situations *Practical advice on assessing and monitoring building performance. *Illustrated with practical case studies. *Written by a unparalleled team of international experts. ~ Interior Design Construction 2005 the Best Collection of Huge Interiors and Constructions in the World !! Great Source for 3D Architectural Modeler !! ~ Design of Rainwater Storage Tanks for use in Developing Countries by Stephen Turner Department of Engineering University of Warwick 27th April 2000 ~ CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING CONCRETE STRUCTURES (ACI 350-01) AND COMMENTARY (ACI 350R-01) By * Publisher: American Concrete Institute * Number Of Pages: 386 p.; Appendices; Figures; References * ISBN / ASIN: 0870310682 The code portion of this document covers the structural design, materials selection, and construction of environmental engineering concrete structures. Such structures are used for conveying, storing, or treating liquid, wastewater, or other materials, such as solid waste. They include ancillary structures for dams, spillways, and channels. These structures are subject to uniquely different loadings, more severe exposure conditions and more restrictive serviceability requirements than normal building structures. The commentary discusses some of the considerations of the committee in developing the ACI 350 Code, and its relationship with ACI 318. Emphasis is given to the explanation of provisions that may be unfamiliar to some code users. References to much of the research data referred to in preparing the code are given ~ 100 of the World's Best Houses (Architecture) By Catherine Slessor * Publisher: Images Publishing Dist A/C * Number Of Pages: 344 * Publication Date: 2002-09 * ISBN / ASIN: 1876907428 Distinctive architecture reflecting lifestyles from around the world. Many designs by famous architects. Reflects traditional and contemporary design. Stunning photographic images ~ Design of Concrete Structures - EUROCODE 2 # Publisher: BSI # Number Of Pages: 194 # ISBN / ASIN: 0580208982 This publication comprises the English version of ENV-1992-1-1-1991Eurocode 2 : Design of Concrete Structures-Part 1: General Rules and Rules for Buildings plus the National Application Document to be used with the ENV IN THE DESIGN OF BUILDINS TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN THE UNITED KINGDOM ~ Manual for the Design of Reinforce Concrete Building Structures This Manual provides guidence on the design of reinforced concrete building structures.Structures design with this manual will normally comply with BS 8110. The range of structures and structural elements covered by the manual is limited to the building structures, using normal weight concrete and which do not rely on bending in columns for their resistance to horizontal forces ~ DYNAMICS OF STRUCTURES (3nd Edition) by Ray Clough and Joseph Penzien A CSI PUBLICATION Berkeley, CA, February 26, 2004 – Computers and Structures, Inc., is pleased to release the latest revision to Dynamics of Structures, 2nd Edition by Professors Clough and Penzien. A classic, this definitive textbook has been popular with educators worldwide for nearly 30 years. This release has been updated by the original authors to reflect the latest approaches and techniques in the field of structural dynamics for civil engineers. During the past 50 years, Drs. Ray Clough and Joseph Penzien have earned pre-eminence in the engineering community, dedicating their academic lives to improving the understanding of how structures behave when subjected to nature's forces. This 700-page book represents the culmination of that work. It introduces topics suitable for advanced undergraduate students and progresses through more advanced topics, such as non-deterministic analysis of earthquake response, appropriate for the graduate student and practicing engineer. This book belongs on every engineer’s shelf. Historically, few books in structural engineering have had as much influence on expanding the knowledge base in structural engineering. With this revision, the book remains an extraordinary tool for those teaching structural dynamics and a timely reference for those in professional practice. Volume and educational pricing are available through Computers and Structures, Inc. ABOUT COMPUTERS AND STRUCTURES, INC. Founded in 1975, CSI is recognized worldwide as an innovative leader in the development of software tools for the analysis and design of civil structures. The products of CSI, including SAP2000, ETABS, SAFE, CSiCOL and CSIDetailer, are licensed to thousands of engineering firms in more than 150 countries. ~ 100 of the World's Best Houses (Architecture) By Catherine Slessor Publisher: Images Publishing Dist A/C Number Of Pages: 344 Publication Date: 2002-09 ISBN / ASIN: 1876907428 ~ International Plumbing Code 2006 Author: International Code Council Publisher: Thomson Delmar Learning Publication Date: 2006-03-08 ISBN / ASIN: 1580012582 ~ Land Development Landscape this collection very nice for land devlepment and very awesome for architectures I wish that will helpful ~ John Lautner Architect A little, nice, swf video of JOHN LAUTNER's WOLFF Residence ~ Aaron Green Architect .... An ORGANIC ARCHITECT ~ Luigi Pellegrin Architect The best of the few european organic architects. His is dead in 2001 ~ For Robert Green too - another Wright,'s fellow - the building proposal was not a soggettive and abstract - and for this aberrant - sum of boxes - opaque or glassy, normal or askew - but the ''environmental'' , total, answer to the project's data... The PDF is a synthesis of his work and is taken from the site tributed to him ~ A tribute to Rudolf Michael Schindler Architect Rudolf Michael Scindler has been nearly the only architect of the second generation of the Modern Movement to offer another aspect of the organic way of architectural thinking after Frank Lloyd Wright, highly interesting and still suscetible of developments... ~ Hand book for Lighting Design Very useful book for interior design lighting teaching every thing about lighting ~ Something about PAUL SCHWEIKHER architect A fine interview and some images of a serious piece of reasearch on architectural practice of Paul Schweikher, another almost unknown organic architect of the past century |