Architecture and Modernity A Critique

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Architecture and Modernity A Critique
The MIT Press (February 28, 2000) | ISBN: 0262581892 | 276 pages | PDF | RS | 7MB

Explores the philosophical idea of modernity.



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Law and Practice for Architects

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and Practice for Architects
Architectural Press (April 19, 2005) | ISBN 0750657294 | 160 pages | PDF | RS | 2MB

Provides a framework for understanding of the legal, contractual and procedural implication of architectural practice. The book acts as a useful aide-memoire for students and practitioners based on the premise that smooth legal administration will provide the conditions under which client relations can be constructive and good design can be achieved.


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Built to Meet Needs: Cultural Issues in Vernacular Architecture
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Paul Oliver "Built to Meet Needs: Cultural Issues in Vernacular Architecture"
Publisher: Architectural Press | Pages: 480 | 2006-10-17 | ISBN: 0750666579 | PDF | 20MB


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The study of vernacular architecture explores the characteristics of domestic buildings in particular regions or localities, and the many social and cultural factors that have contributed to their evolution. In this book, vernacular architecture specialist Paul Oliver brings together a wealth of information that spans over two decades, and the whole globe. Some previously unpublished papers, as well as those only available in hard to find conference proceedings, are brought together in one volume to form a fascinating reference for students and professional architects, as well as all those involved with planning housing schemes in their home countries and overseas.

* Draws together a fascinating collection of elusive essays from a leading author on vernacular architecture

* Includes research and case studies from all continents

* Covers a wide range of issues relating to vernacular architecture including economies, technologies, inherited skills, social and family structures, physical needs, belief systems and symbolism





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Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling

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Charlie Wing "Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling"
Publisher: Rodale Pr | Pages: 498 | 1990-07 | ISBN: 087857901X | PDF | 60 MB

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Know what contractors know and more! With over 1000 detailed illustrations, this reference guide provides all the tools a builder needs. This valuable time- and money-saver is a must-have for everyone in the construction business





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Ancient Egyptian, Assyrian & Persian Costumes & Decorations

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Mary G Houston "Ancient Egyptian, Assyrian & Persian Costumes & Decorations"
Publisher: A. & C. Black, limited | Pages: 110 | 1920 | ISBN: B0006AIIWQ | PDF | 9 MB





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Procurement Strategies: A Relationship-based Approach

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Derek Walker, Keith Hampson “Procurement Strategies: A Relationship-based Approach"
Butterworth-Heinemann | 2003-01-07 | ISBN: 0632058862 | 320 pages | PDF | 1,6 MB

Construction has been an industry characterised by disputes, fierce competitiveness and fragmentation - all major obstacles to development. Now, however, a relationship-based approach to project procurement, through partnering and alliancing, aims to bring about a fundamental change.
This book addresses the critical relationship issues for a more collaborative and sustainable construction industry. It looks at how project procurement and project alliancing partner selection works, and how risk and crisis resolution are managed. It provides readers with guidance and models on how to put a relationship-based approach to procurement into practice, drawing on specific prototypes from an actual, successful project that can be adapted.



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History of Architectural Conservation

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History of Architectural Conservation
Butterworth-Heinemann (2002) | ISBN 0750655119 | 368 pages | PDF | 16MB

'An excellent review of attempts over a vast sweep of historical time to preserve our built heritage.'

A History of Architectural Conservation

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Eskimo Architecture: Dwelling and Structure in the Early Historic Period

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Molly Lee, Gregory A. Reinhardt, Andrew Tooyak Jr
"Eskimo Architecture: Dwelling and Structure in the Early Historic Period"
Publisher:University of Alaska Press | Pages: 216 | 2003-05-01 | ISBN: 1889963224 | PDF | 7 MB



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The architecture of Eskimo peoples represents a diversified and successful means of coping with one of the most severe climates humankind can inhabit. The popular image of the igloo is but one of the many structures examined by experts Lee and Reinhardt in the first book-length and arctic-wide study of this remarkable subject.

Lavishly illustrated with historic and contemporary photographs, drawings, and maps, this volume includes a comprehensive survey of the historical literature on Eskimo architecture around the circumpolar north. Lee and Reinhardt then draw an extended comparative analysis of the geographical, climatic, and ethnographic aspects of an impressive breadth of material from four Arctic subregions: Greenland; the Central Arctic; the Northwest Arctic and Bering Strait; and Southwest Alaska, the Bering Sea, Siberia, and the Gulf of Alaska. In an innovative consideration of both material and cultural aspects of dwelling, they and the peoples they describe redefine the very meaning of "architecture."

While scholars of the circumpolar north will welcome the meticulous research of this benchmark study, its clear and fluent prose and abundant illustrations make Eskimo Architecture an engrossing read for nonspecialists interested in the incredible dwellings of arctic indigenous peoples.





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Understandin Exposure

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Bryan Peterson's Understandin Exposure
Publisher: Amphoto Books; Revised Edition edition | ISBN: 0817463003 | August 1, 2004 | English | PDF | 116 Mb | 160 pages

For serious amateur photographers who already shoot perfectly focused, accurately exposed images but want to be more creative with a camera.



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For serious amateur photographers who already shoot perfectly focused, accurately exposed images but want to be more creative with a camera, here’s the book to consult. More than seventy techniques, both popular and less-familiar approaches, are covered in detail, including advanced exposure, bounced flash and candlelight, infrared, multiple images, soft-focus effects, unusual vantage points, zooming, and other carefully chosen ways to enhance photographs. The A-Z format make sit easy for readers to find a specific technique, and each one is explained in jargon-free language. Top Tips for each technique help readers achieve superb results, even on the first attempt.

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