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  • How Buildings Work

    The Natural Order of Architecture

    by Edward Allen, Edward Allen ...
    Illustrated with hundreds of illuminating line drawings, this classic guide reveals virtually every secret of a building's function: how it stands up, keeps its occupants safe and comfortable, gets built, grows old, and dies--and why some buildings do this so much better than others. Drawing on things he's learned from the many buildings he himself designed (and in some cases built with his own ... Read more

    R511,28

  • Fallen Crest Boxset

    by Tijan ...
    "Fallen Crest is a masterfully told story that keeps you on the edge of your seat and rooting for the bad guys." Teresa Mummert, New York Times and USA TODAY best selling author"Fallen Crest is one of my absolute favorite series! Tijan's characters are so dark, so intense, that you can't help but get sucked into their story. If you haven't read this series yet, you're missing out!" - K.A. Robinson ... Read more

    R111,02

  • TEMPLE MANAGEMENT IN THE ĀGAMA-S

    With Special Reference To Kāmikāgama

    by Dr. Deepa Duraiswamy ...
    For at least 1500 years, temple design, construction and worship have followed the canon of the āgama-s. Shouldn’t temple management also follow the āgama-s?Steeped in a history of more than two millennia, the real bequest of India’s ancient temples is that they are still living sacred spaces. The gods that were invoked in these temples more than a thousand years ago, continue to reside in the ... Read more

    R19,93

  • 101 Things I Learned in Architecture School

    by Matthew Frederick ...
    Get 101 concise lessons in design, drawing, the creative process, and presentation—from drawing lines to color theory—in this classic architecture book.These 101 concise lessons in design, drawing, the creative process, and presentation—from the basics of “How to Draw a Line” to the complexities of color theory—provide a much-needed primer in architectural literacy, making concrete what too often ... Read more

    R291,51

  • Three Birds Renovations

    400+ renovation and styling secrets revealed

    by Erin Cayless, Bonnie Hindmarsh, Lana Taylor ...
    Holy reno inspo!Before & aftersStyling how-to'sMoney-saving reno tips'Australia's most fabulous renovators' Real Living magazineWhen best friends Erin, Bonnie and Lana ditched their corporate careers to start Three Birds Renovations, they were rookie renovators with big ideas. Today, with many incredible house transformations under their toolbelt, they're a power trio turning neighbourhood ugly ... Read more

    R287,37

  • Fantastic Ferrocement - For Practical, permanent Elven Architecture, Follies, Fairy Gardens and Other Virtuous Ventures

    by Peter Harris ...
    If you have ever wanted to sculpt or build in a permanent material that is extremely strong and can be moulded to any shape, ferrocement is the medium for you - and this concise book shows you how.Tools, techniques and sample projects - a garden pot, angel, dome, and more - are all logically described and illustrated. The many photos showing the building of Cafe Eutopia by the author and his ... Read more

    R95,14 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Secrets of Hawthorn Place

    A heartfelt and charming dual-time story of the power of love

    by Jenni Keer ...
    'This is definitely up there as one of the best books that I have read. It's got a special place in my heart. Just amazing!' 5* reader review'Gorgeous! Exuberant writing, convincing, adorable characters, romance and a little whimsy' TRACY REES***Love will always find a way . . .***Discover the intriguing secrets of Hawthorn Place in this heartfelt dual-time novel, filled with warmth and charm, ... Read more

    R217,22

  • Introduction to Architectural Technology Third Edition

    by Pete Silver, Will McLean ...
    Understanding the relationship between design and technology is critical to the understanding of architecture. This book clearly explains the core aspects of architectural technology: structural physics, structural elements and forms, heating, lighting, environmental control and computer modelling. The third edition includes six new case studies, more on structural types, new information on ... Read more

    R682,97

  • Residential Retrofit

    24 Case Studies

    by Marion Baeli ...
    The essence of sustainability in buildings is their capability to adapt to change over time. The UK has a large housing stock that has been developed and evolved over generations, and become the fabric and character of our cities, towns and neighbourhoods. The capability of buildings to adapt to changing lifestyles is the root of their sustainability. When buildings do not adapt they are disposed ... Read more

    R872,59

  • Peatlands

    Ecology, Conservation and Heritage

    by Ian D. Rotherham ...
    Series series Earthscan Studies in Natural Resource Management
    This book provides an introduction to peatlands for the non-specialist student reader and for all those concerned about environmental protection, and is an essential guide to peatland history and heritage for scientists and enthusiasts.Peat is formed when vegetation partially decays in a waterlogged environment and occurs extensively throughout both temperate and tropical regions. Interest in ... Read more

    R1 046,86

  • Dictionary of Architecture and Interior Design

    by Mary Gilliatt ...
    An easy-to-use, one-stop reference guide for architectural and interior design. Part dictionary, part reference book, Mary Gilliatt's Dictionary of Architecture and Design is a single comprehensive source of information that will help you navigate all decisions related to home decor.Whether you are a home owner, an amateur restorer or decorator, a professional, a realtor, a student, or a do-it ... Read more

    R169,27

  • Illustrated Building Pocket Book

    by Roxanna McDonald ...
    Series series Routledge Pocket Books
    Building and architecture has developed a language of its own, with terms and jargon that can confuse an expert let alone an outsider. Misunderstandings over what a word means can be irritating but unimportant, but could in the worst cases be costly or even dangerous. Traditional building dictionaries rely on the reader to already know what the correct word is, and that's not always the case. ... Read more

    R1 321,11

  • The Way We Build Now

    Form, Scale and Technique

    by Andrew Orton ...
    This book examines the structural and construction design of buildings. The first part presents an overview of materials and structural forms taking the point of view of the designer, architect and engineer. The second part is an extensive examination of over 70 case studies. They have been carefully selected and tightly structured to present a summary of established modern methods of building ... Read more

    R2 617,78

  • Pericles, Prince of Tyre

    by William Shakespeare ...
    Pericles, Prince of Tyre is a play written (at least in part) by William Shakespeare and included in modern editions of his collected works despite some questions over its authorship, as it was not included in the First Folio. Many modern editors believe that Shakespeare is responsible for the main portion of the play after scene 9 that follows the story of Pericles and Marina, and that the first ... Read more

    R14,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Unique Sustainable Bach: A Design Brief

    by William Van Zyl ...
    Who is this book for?For Design and Visual Communication teachers and students. Students aged 16 to 18 years old. New Zealand context. Design and Visual Communication - NCEA Level 3. Spatial Design Brief.Two design briefs are included:BRIEF 1: Design a Unique Sustainable BachBRIEF 2: Design an exhibition for your unique sustainable bach (holiday home) in a room in the Waikato Museum, which w... ... Read more

    R31,61

  • Demolition Reuse Conc Mason V2

    by Y Kasai ...
    This book includes papers on demolition methods and practice and reuse of demolition waste, presented at RILEM symposium held in Japan. The papers contribute to the development of demolition and reuse of concrete and masonry structures. ... Read more

    R922,21

  • The Complete Guide to wood Polishing : Mastering Tools and Techniques

    by Baljeet Singh ...
    The Complete Guide to Wood Polish: Techniques, Tools, and Finishes for Beautiful Wood Surfaces" is an essential manual for anyone passionate about restoring, maintaining, or enhancing wooden furniture and surfaces. This book explores the art and science of wood polishing—covering traditional methods, modern products, and expert tips for achieving professional-quality finishes at home. Whether you ... Read more

    R79,41 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Titus Andronicus

    by William Shakespeare ...
    Titus Andronicus may be Shakespeare's earliest tragedy; it is believed to have been written sometime between 1584 and the early 1590s. It depicts a Roman general who is engaged in a cycle of revenge with his enemy Tamora, the Queen of the Goths. The play is by far Shakespeare's bloodiest work. It lost popularity during the Victorian era because of its gore, and has only recently begun to revive ... Read more

    R14,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Die vernetzte Stadt

    Wie Big Data und KI die urbane Zukunft prägen

    by Martin J. Emmer ...
    Unsere Städte stehen an der Schwelle zu einer neuen Ära – einer Ära, in der Algorithmen, Sensoren und riesige Datenmengen den urbanen Alltag prägen. In Die vernetzte Stadt analysiert Martin J. Emmer, wie digitale Technologien und künstliche Intelligenz das Gesicht unserer Städte grundlegend verändern – von der Verkehrssteuerung über Energieeffizienz bis hin zur Bürgerbeteiligung. Das Buch bietet ... Read more

    R419,00

  • Behavioral Formation

    Volatile Design Processes and the Emergence of a Strange Specificity

    by Roland Snooks ...
    Emergent processes of formation create intensive, volatile, intricate, complex phenomena. These processes have come to define our contemporary understanding of the nature of becoming, which stands in contrast to established notions of architectural design and authorship.The design research of Roland Snooks is a speculation on the relationship between emergent processes of formation and ... Read more

    R306,12 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 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

    R215,04

  • La Madonna dell'oratorio dei Boccalotti di Vicenza

    by Renzo Fontana, Barbara D'incau ...
    Series Book 1 - Quaderni ENGIM - Professione restauro
    Oggetto di questo primo numero della rivista è il gruppo scultoreo quattrocentesco della Madonna dei Boccalotti, conservato nell’Oratorio di Santa Maria dei Battuti a Vicenza e al centro di un accurato restauro che ne ha restituito le originarie sorprendenti qualità cromatiche e ornamentali. Ne danno conto i docenti/restauratori dell’Engim: Barbara D’Incau, Serena Franceschi, Adelmo Lazzari, ... Read more

    R95,14 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Rendered in Bits and Stone

    Studies in (In)Tangible Digital Heritage

    Edited by Maciej Stasiowski ...
    The field of digital heritage, definable in the most elementary terms as the application of digital technologies to the practices of conservation and heritage practices, has exploded in recent years.Today it is typical to see 3D modelling, augmented reality, virtual tours and mobile apps as part and parcel of the heritage sector in a whole variety of ways. This has been reflected in academia with ... Read more

    R1 606,65

  • Out of the Ordinary

    The Work of John Ronan Architects

    by John Ronan, Sean Keller, Carlos Jiminez ...
    This publication on the work of John Ronan Architects explores the firm’s spatial-material approach to architecture and the underlying themes of its typologically diverse output.Out of the Ordinary introduces a different approach to architecture which is based on spatial narrative rather than form and influenced by literature rather than appropriations from the world of art world. It advocates for ... Read more

    R481,49 or Free with Kobo Plus