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  • How to Build Shipping Container Homes With Plans

    by John Davidson ...
    TABLE OF CONTENTSCHAPTER ONEINTRODUCTION TO SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMES:ADVANTAGES OF SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMES:DISADVANTAGES OF SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMES:CONTAINER SIZES AND SPECIFICATIONS:NEW OR USED CONTAINER:PERMITS AND REGULATIONS:CHAPTER TWOFOUNDATION FOR SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMES:SITE CONDITIONS:CLIMATE:MARKET FACTORS:BUILDING DESIGN:EXCAVATION AND FOOTINGS:TYPES OF MATERIALS USED FOR... ... Read more

    R49,69 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 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

  • Inflection 02 : Projection

    Journal of the Melbourne School of Design

    by Studio Gang, dNA Architecture, Stanislav Roudavski, Fender Katsalidis Architects ...
    Series Book 2 - Inflection
    Our built environment exists in a perpetual state of becoming, caught in a process of creation that is continuous and unending. If we wish to understand architecture today, we must engage with the state of flux that defines it. In 2015, Inflection Volume 02 considers the idea of projection, interrogating its meaning in architecture and the built environment. Bringing together the work of students, ... Read more

    R309,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Innovation in Architecture

    A Path to the Future

    Edited by Alan J. Brookes, Dominique Poole ...
    In this highly original book, through a series of essays, key architects and engineers in Europe, Australia, and the USA describe the ideas and development behind the innovative technology in their chosen projects, with the emphasis being on the means of production and the links between design and the manufacturing process. ... Read more

    R1 795,93

  • Haus und Auto: Wo Träume parken

    by Andreas K. Vetter ...
    Hier verschmelzen Leidenschaft und Architektur zu einem Gesamtkunstwerk: 45 spektakuläre internationale Projekte zeigen, wie Automobile, Sammlungen und Wohnräume neu gedacht und inszeniert werden. Großformatige Fotografien, präzise Pläne und inspirierende Interviews mit Sammlern und Designern eröffnen exklusive Einblicke in eine Welt, in der das Auto Teil des Lebensraums ist. Ob Einzelstück, ... Read more

    R779,00

  • Open Source Architecture

    by Carlo Ratti, Matthew Claudel ...
    Open Source Architecture is a manifesto for the architecture of tomorrow. It offers a wholly new vision of how architecture can and must adapt to the realities of the 21st century. The authors call for a paradigm shift from the ego-fuelled grand visions of 'starchitects' and their Modernist forebears, to a networked, collaborative, inclusive model that draws inspiration from phenomena such as ... Read more

    R513,12

  • Designing Tall Buildings

    Structure as Architecture

    by Mark Sarkisian ...
    This third edition of Designing Tall Buildings is an enhanced and accessible reference that guides the reader through the fundamental principles of designing high-rise buildings.This new edition includes four new chapters, including initial concepts for tall building design, techniques for optimization, considerations for carbon, and the use of alternative materials such as timber. The third ... Read more

    R1 128,62

  • Designing London

    Understanding the Character of the City

    by Ike Ijeh ...
    Urban character is frequently cited by planners, developers and architects as something they wish to protect and enhance. But little or no effort is ever made to define urban character in specific or quantitative terms.In Designing London, architect and critic Ike Ijeh provides a definitive and comprehensive analysis of London's urban character. He establisheskey principles by which the ... Read more

    R705,94 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Evolution of Airport Design

    by Robert Stewart ...
    This is the first book to comprehensively cover the evolution of airport design, from the start of commercial aviation in 1919 to the present day. Many books have been written about airport design at a particular moment in history, but none have rigorously considered why, where, when and how the ideas we now take for granted originated.This book traces the history of airport design considering the ... Read more

    R1 872,64

  • Guide to Chicago's Twenty-First-Century Architecture

    by Chicago Architecture Center, John Hill ...
    Exploring a new century of architecture in the Windy CityChicago's wealth of architectural treasures makes it one of the world's majestic cityscapes. Published in collaboration with the Chicago Architecture Center, this easy-to-use guide invites you to discover the new era of twenty-first-century architecture in the Windy City via two hundred architecturally significant buildings and spaces in the ... Read more

    R228,61

  • Häuser des Jahres 2020

    Die 50 besten Einfamilienhäuser 2020

    by Katharina Matzig, Nicola Borgmann ...
    Zu einem Einfamilienhaus gehören immer zwei? Richtig: Architekt und Bauherr! Für individuell geplante und hochwertig gestaltete Einfamilienhäuser stehen beide in intensivem Dialog. Der Wettbewerb HÄUSER DES JAHRES wird seit 2011 vom Deutschen Architekturmuseum und Callwey ausgelobt und prämiert die besten Projekte im deutschsprachigen Raum. Eine Fachjury wählt 50 herausragende Häuser und 20 ... Read more

    R814,00

  • Das Bücherschloss (Band 2) - Der verzauberte Schlüssel

    Magisches Kinderbuch für Mädchen und Jungen ab 8 Jahre

    by Barbara Rose ...
    Illustrated by Annabelle von Sperber ...
    Series Book 2 - Das Bücherschloss
    Die magische Bücherwelt ruft! Becky Librum ist mit ihrem Vater in ein echtes Schloss gezogen, in dem sie ein geheimes Stockwerk mit einer riesigen Bibliothek entdeckt. Und nur Becky kann die Bücher davor retten, für immer zu Staub zu zerfallen.Endlich haben Becky und Hugo das Buch der Bücher gefunden. Dieses besondere Werk kann sie in die Bücherwelt bringen, in der Glimmeria und die Buxies noch ... Read more

    R199,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Oxford Dictionary of Architecture

    by James Stevens Curl, Susan Wilson ...
    Series series Oxford Quick Reference
    Containing over 6,000 entries from Aalto to Zwinger and written in a clear and concise style, this authoritative dictionary covers architectural history in detail, from ancient times to the present day. It also includes concise biographies of hundreds of architects from history (excluding living persons), from Sir Francis Bacon and Imhotep to Liang Ssu-ch'eng and Francis Inigo Thomas. The ... ... Read more

    R259,77

  • The Ten Books on Architecture

    by Vitruvius ...
    Series series Dover Architecture
    Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, a Roman architect and engineer flourishing in the first century B.C., was the author of the oldest and most influential work on architecture in existence. For hundreds of years, the specific instructions he gave in his "Ten Books on Architecture" were followed faithfully, and major buildings in all parts of the world reveal the widespread influence of his precepts. ... Read more

    R198,02

  • A Concise Dictionary of Architectural Terms

    by John Henry Parker ...
    Series series Dover Architecture
    John Henry Parker's remarkably timeless dictionary of architecture, first published in 1846, became such a success that he continued to revise it for several years. A profusely illustrated manual that is valuable as a reference or as a portable guide on visits to historical buildings, this authoritative glossary of nearly 500 words used in Greek, Roman, Italian, and Gothic architecture remains ... Read more

    R305,08

  • The Diné Hogan

    A Modern History

    by Lillian Makeda ...
    Series series Routledge Research in Architecture
    Over the course of their history, the Navajo (Diné) have constructed many types of architecture, but during the 20th century, one building emerged to become a powerful and inspiring symbol of tribal culture. This book describes the rise of the octagonal stacked-log hogan as the most important architectural form among the Diné.The Navajo Nation is the largest Indian reservation in the United States ... Read more

    R1 231,24

  • An Indoor Air Quality Management Framework for Municipal Buildings in Developing Economies

    by Mpho Ndou, Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa, Wellington Didibhuku Thwala, Abdul-Majeed Mahamadu ...
    Series series Routledge Research Collections for Construction in Developing Countries
    This book delves into the pivotal issue of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) management in municipal buildings within developing economies, addressing a pressing need in today’s digital age, where individuals spend over 70% of their time indoors. With a strong focus on enhancing environmental quality, this book presents theoretical frameworks and practical recommendations designed explicitly for ... Read more

    R4 669,17

  • Interior Design

    A Comprehensive Introduction Guide

    by Adil Masood Qazi ...
    The interior design introduction is a guideline to the basics of interior design. This interior design ebook contains all the relevant information interior design students and professionals should know. Interior designers can use this as a reference ebook. This detailed interior design introductory handbook is perfect for your first-hand knowledge of interior design subject. ... Read more

    R99,55 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Transgressive Design Strategies for Utopian Cities

    Theories, Methodologies and Cases in Architecture and Urbanism

    by Bertug Ozarisoy, Hasim Altan ...
    Series series Routledge Research in Architecture
    This book critically examines the philosophy of the term ‘transgression’ and how it shapes the utopian vision of contemporary urban design scenarios.The aim of this book is to provide scholarly yet accessible graphic novel illustrations to inform narratives of urban manifestos. Through four select case studies from the UK, Cyprus and Germany, the book highlights the paradoxes and contradictions in ... Read more

    R1 128,62

  • Dictionary of Building and Civil Engineering

    English/French French/English

    by Don Montague ...
    This French–English and English–French dictionary lists over 20,000 specialist terms, covering architecture, building, civil engineering and property. It is written for all construction professionals working on projects overseas. This new edition has been revised and extended, as well as pruned, and serves as an invaluable reference source in an increasingly European marketplace. ... Read more

    R4 540,89

  • Design Games for Architecture

    Creating Digital Design Tools with Unity

    by Aaron Westre ...
    Design Games for Architecture teaches you how to create playful software tools based on your architectural design processes, whether or not you are familiar with game design technology. The book combines the fun and engaging aspects of video games to ease the sometimes complex process of learning software development. By working through exercises illustrated with screen shots and code, you acquire ... Read more

    R1 616,08

  • Modern Visions

    A Visual Journey Through Architecture

    by Alec S. Hartman ...
    This richly illustrated volume traces the evolution of modern architecture and showcases innovative designs around the world. Chapters cover historical foundations, materials, the interplay of light and geometry, urban fabric, sustainability, residential and public spaces, digital/parametric design, future cities and the creative process.Readers will find inspiration in its visual storytelling, ... Read more

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  • L'enseignement de Las Vegas

    ou Le symbolisme oublié de la forme architecturale

    by Robert Venturi, Denise Scott Brown, Steven Izenour ...
    Un ouvrage de référence dans le monde de l'architecture.Publié par un couple de jeunes architectes et enseignants qui y sonnent la révolte, Learning from Las Vegas cristallise les débats dans le milieu architectural américain du début des années soixante-dix. Aux constructions imaginaires d'un monde meilleur, l'ouvrage oppose l'observation de la réalité, faisant de la ville existante - ici Las ... Read more

    R600,00

  • Liège

    Guide d'architecture moderne et contemporaine 1895-2014

    by Cellule Architecture de la Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles ...
    Que vous soyez professionnels de l'architecture ou passionnés d'urbanisme et de voyages, partez à la découverte de la Cité ardente !Ce premier guide d’architecture moderne et contemporaine consacré à Liège et à ses environs (arrondissements de Liège, Huy et Waremme), invite à regarder l’architecture autrement au travers d’une sélection de près de quatre cents projets illustrés de plans et situés ... Read more

    R700,00