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Earthbag Building

The Tools, Tricks and Techniques

par Kaki Hunter, Donald Kiffmeyer ...

Collections series Mother Earth News Books for Wiser Living
The only comprehensive, illustrated, step-by-step guide to building with earthbags.Over seventy percent of Americans cannot afford to own a code-enforced, contractor-built home. This has led to widespread interest in using natural materials-straw, cob, and earth-for building homes and other buildings that are inexpensive, and that rely largely on labor rather than expensive and often ... En savoir plus

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The only comprehensive, illustrated, step-by-step guide to building with earthbags.Over seventy percent of Americans cannot afford to own a code-enforced, contractor-built home. This has led to widespread interest in using natural materials-straw, cob, and earth-for building homes and other buildings that are inexpensive, and that rely largely on labor rather than expensive and often
... En savoir plus
Do-It-Yourself Projects to Get You Off the Grid

Rain Barrels, Chicken Coops, Solar Panels, and More

par Instructables.com ...

Instructables is back with this inspiring book focused on a series of projects designed to get you thinking creatively about going green. Twenty Instructables illustrate just how simple it can be to make your own backyard chicken coop, or turn a wine barrel into a rainwater collector.Here, you will learn to:Clip a chicken’s wingsPower your lawn mower with solar powerCreate a chicken tractor for ... En savoir plus

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Instructables is back with this inspiring book focused on a series of projects designed to get you thinking creatively about going green. Twenty Instructables illustrate just how simple it can be to make your own backyard chicken coop, or turn a wine barrel into a rainwater collector.Here, you will learn to:Clip a chicken’s wingsPower your lawn mower with solar powerCreate a chicken tractor for
... En savoir plus
The Chicago School of Architecture

Building the Modern City, 1880–1910

par Rolf Achilles ...

Collections Livre 741 - Shire Library USA
The birth of the skyscraper in Chicago in the mid-1880s introduced a new direction for city architecture: upwards. But how-and why- was it that Chicago set the standard for high-rise buildings, not only across the USA but all over the world? Rolf Achilles here introduces the style of the First Chicago School from 1880 to 1910, explaining the innovative use of iron frames for strength, height and ... En savoir plus

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The birth of the skyscraper in Chicago in the mid-1880s introduced a new direction for city architecture: upwards. But how-and why- was it that Chicago set the standard for high-rise buildings, not only across the USA but all over the world? Rolf Achilles here introduces the style of the First Chicago School from 1880 to 1910, explaining the innovative use of iron frames for strength, height and
... En savoir plus
The 15-Minute City

A Solution to Saving Our Time and Our Planet

par Carlos Moreno, Martha Thorne ...

A fresh and innovative perspective on urban issues and creating sustainable citiesIn The 15-Minute City: A Solution for Saving Our Time and Our Planet, human city pioneer and international scientific advisor Carlos Moreno delivers an exciting and insightful discussion of the deceptively simple and revolutionary idea that everyday destinations like schools, stores, and offices should only be a ... En savoir plus

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A fresh and innovative perspective on urban issues and creating sustainable citiesIn The 15-Minute City: A Solution for Saving Our Time and Our Planet, human city pioneer and international scientific advisor Carlos Moreno delivers an exciting and insightful discussion of the deceptively simple and revolutionary idea that everyday destinations like schools, stores, and offices should only be a
... En savoir plus
Landscape, Well-Being and Environment

Modifié par Richard Coles, Zoe Millman ...

Well-being is now firmly established as an overarching theme of key concern to all professionals that work, manage or design the environment. However, well-being is a complex multi-dimensional issue rooted in the ways that we encounter, perceive and interpret the environment. No single discipline can claim to have sufficient knowledge to fully explain the types of interactions that occur, ... En savoir plus

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Well-being is now firmly established as an overarching theme of key concern to all professionals that work, manage or design the environment. However, well-being is a complex multi-dimensional issue rooted in the ways that we encounter, perceive and interpret the environment. No single discipline can claim to have sufficient knowledge to fully explain the types of interactions that occur,
... En savoir plus
In the Company of Nature

Regenerating Business, Community and the Living World

par Frieda Gormley ...

What if a business could be beautiful not only in what it creates but in how it considers and cares for the living world.In the Company of Nature tells the extraordinary story of House of Hackney, the B Corp design house that set out to bring Nature into the home and ended up rewilding the idea of business itself.Seeking interiors for their home that were beautiful, responsibly made and inspired ... En savoir plus

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What if a business could be beautiful not only in what it creates but in how it considers and cares for the living world.In the Company of Nature tells the extraordinary story of House of Hackney, the B Corp design house that set out to bring Nature into the home and ended up rewilding the idea of business itself.Seeking interiors for their home that were beautiful, responsibly made and inspired
... En savoir plus
Five Rules for Tomorrow's Cities

Design in an Age of Urban Migration, Demographic Change, and a Disappearing Middle Class

par Patrick M. Condon ...

How we design our cities over the next four decades will be critical for our planet. If we continue to spill excessive greenhouse gas into the atmosphere, we will run out of time to keep our global temperature from increasing. Since approximately 80% of greenhouse gases come from cities, it follows that in the design of cities lies the fate of the world.As urban designers respond to the critical ... En savoir plus

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How we design our cities over the next four decades will be critical for our planet. If we continue to spill excessive greenhouse gas into the atmosphere, we will run out of time to keep our global temperature from increasing. Since approximately 80% of greenhouse gases come from cities, it follows that in the design of cities lies the fate of the world.As urban designers respond to the critical
... En savoir plus
Everything

A Maximalist Style Guide

par Abigail Ahern ...

Welcome to the 'more is more' world of decorating, or as it's more commonly know in the business, Maximalism.A style that embraces the all-out: beautiful colour palettes, luxurious textiles, patterns and embellishment. Maximalism is the epitome of passion, one in which Scandi-style, stripped bare and pared-back interiors have no place. Abigail Ahern guides us through the sea change in the world of ... En savoir plus

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Welcome to the 'more is more' world of decorating, or as it's more commonly know in the business, Maximalism.A style that embraces the all-out: beautiful colour palettes, luxurious textiles, patterns and embellishment. Maximalism is the epitome of passion, one in which Scandi-style, stripped bare and pared-back interiors have no place. Abigail Ahern guides us through the sea change in the world of
... En savoir plus
Play and the City

How to Create Places and Spaces To Help Us Thrive

par Alex Bonham ...

Play is essential, for children but also adults. It's how we relax and revitalise ourselves, build and maintain friendships, try new things, learn and innovate.Cities have always been sites of play, bringing people together and pushing the boundaries of what is humanly possible. And now we need our cities to encourage and facilitate play of all kinds more than ever. If we want a world for our ... En savoir plus

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Play is essential, for children but also adults. It's how we relax and revitalise ourselves, build and maintain friendships, try new things, learn and innovate.Cities have always been sites of play, bringing people together and pushing the boundaries of what is humanly possible. And now we need our cities to encourage and facilitate play of all kinds more than ever. If we want a world for our
... En savoir plus
Technology for Facility Managers

The Impact of Cutting-Edge Technology on Facility Management

par IFMA ...

From BIM (building information modeling) to RFID (radio frequency identification) to BAS (building automation and control systems), facility managers of today's commercial buildings are often asked to work with a variety of technologies without any experience in IT. This new book is a welcome primer for facility managers and engineers. Each chapter covers a different technology and includes ... En savoir plus

$108.99 CAD

From BIM (building information modeling) to RFID (radio frequency identification) to BAS (building automation and control systems), facility managers of today's commercial buildings are often asked to work with a variety of technologies without any experience in IT. This new book is a welcome primer for facility managers and engineers. Each chapter covers a different technology and includes
... En savoir plus
Architecture in Motion

The history and development of portable building

par Robert Kronenburg ...

The idea that architecture can be portable is one that grabs the imagination of both designers and the people who use it, perhaps because it so often forecasts a dynamic and creative solution to the complex problems of our contemporary mobile society, while at the same time dealing with issues of practicality, economy and sustainability.Architecture in Motion examines the development of portable, ... En savoir plus

$129.99 CAD

The idea that architecture can be portable is one that grabs the imagination of both designers and the people who use it, perhaps because it so often forecasts a dynamic and creative solution to the complex problems of our contemporary mobile society, while at the same time dealing with issues of practicality, economy and sustainability.Architecture in Motion examines the development of portable,
... En savoir plus
101 Case Studies in Construction Management

par Len Holm ...

This book provides 101 real-life construction management case studies from an author with over 40 years’ experience in the construction industry and as a lecturer in construction management. Over 14 chapters, Len Holm has included case studies from real jobsites that cover organization, procurement, estimating, scheduling, subcontractors, communications, quality and cost control, change orders, ... En savoir plus

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This book provides 101 real-life construction management case studies from an author with over 40 years’ experience in the construction industry and as a lecturer in construction management. Over 14 chapters, Len Holm has included case studies from real jobsites that cover organization, procurement, estimating, scheduling, subcontractors, communications, quality and cost control, change orders,
... En savoir plus
Structural Drafting - A Practical Presentation of Drafting and Detailed Methods used in Drawing up Specifications for Structural Steel Work

par Frank O. Dufour ...

"Structural Drafting" contains a detailed, practical treatise on architectural drawing with a focus on methods used in drawing up specifications for structural steel work. With authentic photographs and simple diagrams, this volume will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in architectural drafting. Contents include: "Drafting room Equipment and Practice", "Classification of ... En savoir plus

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"Structural Drafting" contains a detailed, practical treatise on architectural drawing with a focus on methods used in drawing up specifications for structural steel work. With authentic photographs and simple diagrams, this volume will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in architectural drafting. Contents include: "Drafting room Equipment and Practice", "Classification of
... En savoir plus
1,001 Old-Time Household Hints

Timeless Bits of Household Wisdom for Today's Home and Garden

Modifié par Editors of YANKEE MAGAZINE ...

Wonder what Grandma would have used to clean greasy kitchen walls? Cure a sore throat? Conquer insect pests in her vegetable garden? Wonder no longer! Whatever your grandma did to fix and maintain things around the house and garden, it probably worked. That's because the old ways are often the best ways when it comes to solutions for everyday problems, ideas for saving time, and handy advice for ... En savoir plus

$17.99 CAD

Wonder what Grandma would have used to clean greasy kitchen walls? Cure a sore throat? Conquer insect pests in her vegetable garden? Wonder no longer! Whatever your grandma did to fix and maintain things around the house and garden, it probably worked. That's because the old ways are often the best ways when it comes to solutions for everyday problems, ideas for saving time, and handy advice for
... En savoir plus
My Creative Space

How to Design Your Home to Stimulate Ideas and Spark Innovation

par Donald M. Rattner ...

48 Techniques to Boost Your Creativity at Home, According to ScienceGold Award, Nonfiction Authors Association; First Place, Chanticleer Instruction & Insight Awards; Silver Medal, Nautilus Book Awards; Home & Garden Category Winner, American Bookfest Awards; Home Category Honorable Mention, Eric Hoffer Awards; and #1 Best Seller and #1 New Release, AmazonCreativity isn’t all in your head. ... En savoir plus

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48 Techniques to Boost Your Creativity at Home, According to ScienceGold Award, Nonfiction Authors Association; First Place, Chanticleer Instruction & Insight Awards; Silver Medal, Nautilus Book Awards; Home & Garden Category Winner, American Bookfest Awards; Home Category Honorable Mention, Eric Hoffer Awards; and #1 Best Seller and #1 New Release, AmazonCreativity isn’t all in your head.
... En savoir plus
How to Fix Absolutely Anything

A Homeowner's Guide

par Instructables.com ...

The one book that shows you how to fix anything anywhere in your home!There are a million things that can go wrong in your home. Faucets leak. Floorboards creak. Paint flakes. Chairs break. With How to Fix Absolutely Anything, you’ll have step-by-step instructions to tackle even the most confounding repairs in your home, including: Installing a toilet Replacing the belts on your washer and dryer ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

The one book that shows you how to fix anything anywhere in your home!There are a million things that can go wrong in your home. Faucets leak. Floorboards creak. Paint flakes. Chairs break. With How to Fix Absolutely Anything, you’ll have step-by-step instructions to tackle even the most confounding repairs in your home, including: Installing a toilet Replacing the belts on your washer and dryer
... En savoir plus
The Simple Living Handbook

Discover the Joy of a De-Cluttered Life

par Lorilee Lippincott ...

Where did all this stuff come from? I don’t have time for a life. I need to get away! Ever feel this way? Society is quick to fill our minds and homes with all the latest gadgets, tools, obligations, and entertainment, but what happens when it all doesn’t fit? The Simple Living Handbook is a how-to memoir about creating a life that has space for what really matters to you.Lippincott’s road to ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD

Where did all this stuff come from? I don’t have time for a life. I need to get away! Ever feel this way? Society is quick to fill our minds and homes with all the latest gadgets, tools, obligations, and entertainment, but what happens when it all doesn’t fit? The Simple Living Handbook is a how-to memoir about creating a life that has space for what really matters to you.Lippincott’s road to
... En savoir plus
Home Improvement Tips and Tricks

Hands-on Projects and Decorating Ideas on a Budget

par Christina Salway ...

Step-by-Step Projects from a Successful and Sassy Interior Designer!Searching for a house or apartment is difficult enough on its own; transforming it into your home is an entirely different story. Home Improvement Tips and Tricks aims to give you the knowhow to decorate while staying within your budget, all presented in an engaging and approachable way. Each project is accompanied by a list of ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

Step-by-Step Projects from a Successful and Sassy Interior Designer!Searching for a house or apartment is difficult enough on its own; transforming it into your home is an entirely different story. Home Improvement Tips and Tricks aims to give you the knowhow to decorate while staying within your budget, all presented in an engaging and approachable way. Each project is accompanied by a list of
... En savoir plus
Extraordinary Projects for Ordinary People

Do-It-Yourself Ideas from the People Who Actually Do Them

par Instructables.com ...

Collected in this volume is a best-of selection from Instructables, reproduced for the first time outside of the web format, retaining all of the charm and ingenuity that make Instructables such a popular destination for internet users looking for new and fun projects designed by real people in an easy-to-digest way.Hundreds of Instructables are included, ranging from practical projects like ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

Collected in this volume is a best-of selection from Instructables, reproduced for the first time outside of the web format, retaining all of the charm and ingenuity that make Instructables such a popular destination for internet users looking for new and fun projects designed by real people in an easy-to-digest way.Hundreds of Instructables are included, ranging from practical projects like
... En savoir plus
The Philosophy of Sustainable Design

The Future of Architecture

par Jason F. McLennan ...

In The Philosophy of Sustainable Design, McLennan outlines the major ideas and issues that have emerged in the growing movement of green architecture and sustainable design over the last thirty years. This book is intended as a starting point for anyone involved in the building industry on a journey to learn how they can build more responsibly. The book is rooted in practical knowledge but rather ... En savoir plus

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In The Philosophy of Sustainable Design, McLennan outlines the major ideas and issues that have emerged in the growing movement of green architecture and sustainable design over the last thirty years. This book is intended as a starting point for anyone involved in the building industry on a journey to learn how they can build more responsibly. The book is rooted in practical knowledge but rather
... En savoir plus
Solar Power Demystified: The Beginners Guide To Solar Power, Energy Independence And Lower Bills

par Lacho Pop, MSE, Dimi Avram, MSE ...

The book 'Solar Power Demystified: The Beginners Guide To Solar Power, Energy Independence And Lower Bills' introduces you to the world of solar electric panels and systems.It reveals you the reasons why photovoltaic solar panels are continuing to gain worldwide popularity and are becoming more important as a source of renewable energy.You can see the question "To go or not to go solar?" discussed ... En savoir plus

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The book 'Solar Power Demystified: The Beginners Guide To Solar Power, Energy Independence And Lower Bills' introduces you to the world of solar electric panels and systems.It reveals you the reasons why photovoltaic solar panels are continuing to gain worldwide popularity and are becoming more important as a source of renewable energy.You can see the question "To go or not to go solar?" discussed
... En savoir plus
Cozy Minimalist Home

More Style, Less Stuff

par Myquillyn Smith ...

Go beyond décor trends to make your home beautiful, stylish, and comfortable. . .on any budget.Writing for the hands-on woman who'd rather move her own furniture than hire a designer, Myquillyn Smith--author of the *The Nesting Place--*helps you think through every room in your house, one purposeful design decision at a time. With people, priorities, and purpose in mind, you can create a warm, ... En savoir plus

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Go beyond décor trends to make your home beautiful, stylish, and comfortable. . .on any budget.Writing for the hands-on woman who'd rather move her own furniture than hire a designer, Myquillyn Smith--author of the *The Nesting Place--*helps you think through every room in your house, one purposeful design decision at a time. With people, priorities, and purpose in mind, you can create a warm,
... En savoir plus
Projects to Get You Off the Grid

Rain Barrels, Chicken Coops, and Solar Panels

par Instructables.com ...

Instructables is back with this compact book focused on a series of projects designed to get you thinking creatively about thinking green. Twenty Instructables illustrate just how simple it can be to make your own backyard chicken coop, or turn a wine barrel into a rainwater collector.Illustrated with dozens of full-color photographs per project accompanying easy-to-follow instructions, this ... En savoir plus

$10.99 CAD

Instructables is back with this compact book focused on a series of projects designed to get you thinking creatively about thinking green. Twenty Instructables illustrate just how simple it can be to make your own backyard chicken coop, or turn a wine barrel into a rainwater collector.Illustrated with dozens of full-color photographs per project accompanying easy-to-follow instructions, this
... En savoir plus
A Pattern Language

Towns, Buildings, Construction

par Christopher Alexander ...

Collections series Center for Environmental Structure Series
You can use this book to design a house for yourself with your family; you can use it to work with your neighbors to improve your town and neighborhood; you can use it to design an office, or a workshop, or a public building. And you can use it to guide you in the actual process of construction. After a ten-year silence, Christopher Alexander and his colleagues at the Center for Environmental ... En savoir plus

$38.99 CAD

You can use this book to design a house for yourself with your family; you can use it to work with your neighbors to improve your town and neighborhood; you can use it to design an office, or a workshop, or a public building. And you can use it to guide you in the actual process of construction. After a ten-year silence, Christopher Alexander and his colleagues at the Center for Environmental
... En savoir plus

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