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  • Building Support Structures, 2nd Ed., Analysis and Design with SAP2000 Software

    by Wolfgang Schueller ...
    This textbook provides a unique and comprehensive perspective on the analysis and design of building structures. Striving to bridge the gap between how engineers and architects view structural support, this book’s numerous examples employing SAP2000 illustrate how modern analysis software can provide a common language for understanding and exploring structural behavior. Using an organic approach ... Read more

    12,49 €

  • Pier Luigi Nervi negli Stati Uniti. 1952-1979. Master Builder of the Modern Age

    by Alberto Bologna ...
    Series Book 116 - Studi e saggi
    Pier Luigi Nervi (1891-1979) è l'ingegnere italiano più celebre del XX secolo. A partire dal 1952, raggiunto l'apice della propria carriera di progettista e di imprenditore in Italia, Nervi decide di inserirsi nel mondo accademico e professionale degli Stati Uniti. Intraprende così un percorso che lo porta a costruirsi una fama oltreoceano: promuove la diffusione dei suoi scritti e delle sue opere ... Read more

    11,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Henry VIII

    by William Shakespeare ...
    The Famous History of the Life of King Henry the Eighth is a history play by William Shakespeare, based on the life of Henry VIII of England. An alternative title, All is True, is recorded in contemporary documents, the title Henry VIII not appearing until the play's publication in the First Folio of 1623. Stylistic evidence indicates that the play was written by Shakespeare in collaboration with, ... Read more

    0,49 €

  • Understanding Architecture

    Its Elements, History, and Meaning

    by Leland M. Roth, Amanda C. Roth Clark ...
    The widely acclaimed and beautifully illustrated Understanding Architecture is now revised and expanded in its fourth edition, vividly examining the structure, function, history, and meaning of architecture, from prehistory to the present, in ways that are both accessible and engaging.Significant features of the fourth edition include:Expanded global essays outlining the encounters and ... Read more

    112,35 €

  • The Art of Natural Building-Second Edition-Completely Revised, Expanded and Updated

    Design, Construction, Resources

    Edited by Catherine Wanek, Joseph F. Kennedy, Michael G. Smith ...
    The original, complete, user-friendly introduction to natural building, now fully revised and updatedThe popularity of natural building has grown by leaps and bounds, spurred by a grassroots desire for housing that is healthy, affordable, and environmentally responsible. While there are many books available on specific methods such as straw-bale construction, cob, or timber framing, there are few ... Read more

    26,17 €

  • Structural Dislocations And Crack Patterns On Masonry Buildings

    by Angelo Spizuoco, Anna Spizuoco ...
    Translated by Maria Vexille ...
    Analysis of cracks on masonry buildings proves to be quite difficult, and so sometimes expert's scientific knowledge cannot be enough to do so, a vast experience is needed, built on practice gained through field work, phenomenons observation and testing during a long professional career. On this matter, needs to be noticed that the majority of pictures present on this book comes from authors' ... Read more

    11,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Uso, disuso, riuso. Criteri e modalità per il riuso dei rifiuti come materiale per l'edilizia

    Criteri e modalità per il riuso dei rifiuti come materiale per l'edilizia

    by Fabrizio Cumo, Elisa Pennacchia, Adriana S. Sferra ...
    Questo primo report esplora un percorso di ricerca per verificare se, come e in che misura determinati rifiuti, opportunamente selezionati, possano, se adeguatamente trattati, essere oggetto di riuso (e non riciclo e/o recupero) per realizzare altri e differenti prodotti richiesti dal mercato. In particolare il testo prende in esame i materiali di rifiuto e per imballaggi del settore edilizio. ... Read more

    26,99 €

  • Timon of Athens

    by William Shakespeare ...
    The Life of Timon of Athens is a play by William Shakespeare about the legendary Athenian misanthrope Timon (and probably influenced by the eponymous philosopher, as well), generally regarded as one of his most obscure and difficult works. Originally grouped with the tragedies, it is generally considered such, but some scholars group it with the problem comedies. ... Read more

    0,49 €

  • Metodologie di valutazione della compatibilità degli interventi conservativi

    Applicazione su edifici di valore storico-artistico e sull’architettura minore

    by Luciano Cessari, Elena Gigliarelli ...
    Il volume raccoglie i risultati di una ricerca sperimentale nel settore della conservazione architettonica. Utilizzando e adattando un noto sistema di valutazione e di aiuto alla decisione (AHP) gli autori applicano i principi propri dell’Analisi Multicriteri per creare un metodo operativo che possa aiutare le scelte di storici, conservatori e amministratori quando devono decidere, in maniera ... Read more

    10,99 €

  • As You Like It

    by William Shakespeare ...
    As You Like It is a pastoral comedy by William Shakespeare based on the novel Rosalynde by Thomas Lodge, believed to have been written in 1599 or early 1600. It features one of Shakespeare's most famous and oft-quoted lines, "All the world's a stage", and has been adapted for radio, film, and musical theatre. ... Read more

    0,49 €

  • Traditional Construction for a Sustainable Future

    by Carole Ryan ...
    Since the spread of classical design and construction amongst the upper echolons of British society in the late seventeenth century, traditional construction methods have largely fallen by the wayside. Centuries later, as the construction industry faces up to its environmental responsibilities, this book explores its rich and ancient tradition to provide tried and trusted solutions to modern day ... Read more

    67,16 €

  • Pierre sèche : théorie et pratique

    D''un système traditionnel de construction

    by Danièle LARCENA, Marine BAGNÉRIS, Ada Acovitsioti-Hameau, Olivier HÉRAULT, Louis Cagin, Jean LAFITTE, Michel JEAN, Romana HARFOUCHE, Denis LACAILLE ...
    « Le succès rencontré par Construire en pierre sèche — le premier livre dans lequel Louis Cagin présentait, à la manière d’un manuel pédagogique, la technique et les méthodes du murailleur — révèle le regain d’intérêt que suscite le patrimoine de lapierre sèche. Professionnels, membres d’associations, agents au sein des institutions : nombreux sont ceux qui, aujourd’hui, promeuvent et développent ... Read more

    31,99 €

  • Domestic Client's Guide to Engaging an Architect

    by Nigel Ostime ...
    If you need to understand about engaging the services of an architect, this updated RIBA guide is for you. Straightforward and completely up-to-date regarding legislation, it sets out everything you need to be aware of, for a large or small domestic project. The right architect can bring considerable added value to the success of your project. This guide talks you through all aspects of your ... Read more

    13,42 €

  • Las bovedas de Guastavino

    by Ochsendorf ...
    Cada año, millones de personas pasan bajo las bóvedas tabicadas de Guastavino en espacios históricos de todos los Estados Unidos, desde la Sala de Registro de Ellis Island (1917) hasta el Biltmore Estate en las montañas de Carolina del Norte (1895), y desde el Capitolio del Estado de Nebraska (1932), en Lincoln, hasta los e dificios del campus de la Universidad Carnegie Mellon de Pittsburgh (1912) ... Read more

    13,13 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • City Science

    Performance Follows Form

    by Ramon Gras, Jeremy Burke ...
    This book showcases cutting-edge research on city form revealing that urban design features--such as topology, morphology, entropy and scale--have massive implications to the quality of life for a city’s residents.The Aretian team, a spin off company from the Harvard Innovation Lab, has developed a city science methodology to evaluate the relationship between city form and urban performance. This ... Read more

    13,13 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Complete Guide to Building Affordable Earth-Sheltered Homes: Everything You Need to Know Explained Simply

    by Robert McConkey ...
    Earth-sheltered building has existed since the heyday of Skara Brae in Scotland 5,000 years ago, and is used today by people around the world. If you have ever looked at your power bill in stunned disbelief, if you are interested in green building techniques, or if you want your home to stand out (or hide out), then this book is for you. With The Complete Guide to Building Affordable Earth ... Read more

    12,18 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Design Ethics in Practice

    A Procedural Method for Architects and Built Environment Professionals

    by Jeffrey Bulger ...
    Design today speaks fluently of care—empathy, inclusion, community—but rarely of justification. Design Ethics addresses this gap by offering a reproducible, institution-ready method of ethical reasoning that can be taught, audited, and applied across professional design practice.Drawing on the procedural transformation of biomedical ethics following the Belmont Report, Jeffrey W. Bulger develops a ... Read more

    46,40 €

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  • Stop Dreaming and Start Renovating for Profit

    A Guide to Building Wealth through Property Renovations

    by Rebeka Morgan ...
    Turn your passion for renovating and home design into profitDo you love the idea of renovating and flipping houses, but you’re scared to take the plunge? Stop Dreaming and Start Renovating for Profit is an inspiring, practical how-to guide for creating financial independence by renovating and reselling residential properties. Registered builder and successful developer Rebeka Morgan has helped ... Read more

    15,99 €

  • All the Castles of Germany

    by Gary Pitts ...
    Explore the majestic castles of Germany through stunning photography and detailed insights into 704 historic structures. Discover their architectural significance and current uses behind these medieval fortresses that shaped history.All of the Castles of Germany serves as a comprehensive guide to every significant castle in the country, focusing exclusively on defensible medieval structures. Each ... Read more

    41,01 €

  • Progettare in c.a. per classi di duttilità

    Progetto e verifica di edifici in CDA e CDB

    by Giuseppe Barberio ...
    Il volume propone un percorso progettuale organico che riassume in un unico corpo i contenuti teorici e quelli pratico-normativi come due binari paralleli separati. Il testo contiene il calcolo strutturale completo di due edifici in cemento armato: uno in CD“A”, uno in CD“B”. In particolare offre la descrizione delle norme utilizzate in sede di progetto, la valutazione dei carichi e delle azioni e ... Read more

    24,99 €

  • Ferrocement

    Proceedings of the Fifth International Symposium

    Edited by P. Nedwell, R.N. Swamy ...
    Ferrocement is a versatile, construction material, with applications in low cost housing, rehabilitation, strengthening and repair of structures. This book presents the latest developments in research and application of the material. ... Read more

    348,08 €

  • Le basi della progettazione strutturale

    by Francesco Luigi Petracca ...
    Il testo è rivolto a tutti i discenti che si accostano al settore della progettazione strutturale, ricchi di conoscenze ma “poveri” nell’arte del saper creare. L’opera intende rappresentare un punto di saldatura tra le nozioni acquisite nei corsi universitari e i nuclei fondanti dell’arte del costruire, intesi come saperi essenziali per affrontare i molteplici problemi progettuali che emergono ... Read more

    5,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Regeneration of Abandoned Spaces: A New Design Approach

    by Luciano Crespi ...
    Our urban landscapes are filled with "leftovers" - abandoned buildings and unused spaces, remnants of industrial decline and societal transformations. Regeneration of Abandoned Spaces: A New Design Approach investigates how design and architecture can revitalize these neglected areas, transforming them into dynamic, livable environments. This book is organized into three parts, each providing a ... Read more

    24,16 €

  • RADICI D'ELEGANZA Abbracciando l'armonia della natura nel tuo spazio

    by Vivy Lombardo ...
    Benvenuti nel mondo dell'interior design naturale, dove la bellezza e la funzionalità si fondono in armonia. Questo eBook è la tua guida pratica e definitiva all'arte di creare spazi straordinari, ispirati dalla natura stessa. Scopri come trasformare le tue stanze in oasi accoglienti, dove la serenità fluisce attraverso l'uso sapiente di materiali organici, colori terrosi e design ergonomico.Sia ... Read more

    2,99 €