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  • 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

    R116,17

  • 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

    R19,64

  • 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

    R535,08

  • 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

    R99,55 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 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

    R714,71

  • 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

    R300,71

  • 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

    R227,34

  • 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

    R305,08

  • 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

    R265,75 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 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

    R2 360,11

  • 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

    R610,87

  • 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

    R229,68 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 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

    R14,00 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

  • 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

    R14,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 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

    R619,42

  • 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

    R281,96

  • 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

    R305,08 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

    R305,89 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

    R243,56 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 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

    R764,39

  • 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

    R132,79 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

    R518,52

  • 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

    R66,31