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Architecture

The Definitive Visual History

by DK ...

Series series DK Definitive Cultural Histories
From ancient dwellings to modern high-tech skyscrapers, discover everything there is to know about the history of architecture worldwide.Covering over 6,000 years of human history, Architecture charts the most important developments in building materials, technology, design, and the social changes that have shaped the architectural landscape.Explore every significant architectural period and style ... Read more

£9.99

From ancient dwellings to modern high-tech skyscrapers, discover everything there is to know about the history of architecture worldwide.Covering over 6,000 years of human history, Architecture charts the most important developments in building materials, technology, design, and the social changes that have shaped the architectural landscape.Explore every significant architectural period and style
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The Architecture Book

Big Ideas Simply Explained

by DK ...

Series series DK Big Ideas
Learn about key concepts behind the world's most incredible buildings in The Architecture Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Architecture in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Architecture ... Read more

£8.99

Learn about key concepts behind the world's most incredible buildings in The Architecture Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Architecture in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Architecture
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The Most Amazing Places to Visit in London: More than 400 unusual, surprising and captivating spots in London

by Reader's Digest ...

The most amazing places to visit in London More than 400 unusual and surprising places Get an insider’s view of the capital with this guide that focuses on the most rewarding sights to see, from the leafy suburbs to the busy City. Whether you are a visitor or long-time resident, London has surprises to offer and places to amaze you, be it the tent-like tomb of explorer Sir Richard Burton in an ... Read more

£3.59

The most amazing places to visit in London More than 400 unusual and surprising places Get an insider’s view of the capital with this guide that focuses on the most rewarding sights to see, from the leafy suburbs to the busy City. Whether you are a visitor or long-time resident, London has surprises to offer and places to amaze you, be it the tent-like tomb of explorer Sir Richard Burton in an
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It Looked Good on Paper

Bizarre Inventions, Design Disasters, and Engineering Follies

by Bill Fawcett ...

£4.99
Architect's Pocket Book

by Jonathan Hetreed, Ann Ross, Charlotte Baden-Powell ...

Series series Routledge Pocket Books
This handy pocket book brings together a wealth of useful information that architects need on a daily basis – on-site or in the studio. It provides clear guidance and invaluable detail on a wide range of issues, from planning policy through environmental design to complying with Building Regulations, from structural and services matters to materials characteristics and detailing. This fifth ... Read more

£25.91

This handy pocket book brings together a wealth of useful information that architects need on a daily basis – on-site or in the studio. It provides clear guidance and invaluable detail on a wide range of issues, from planning policy through environmental design to complying with Building Regulations, from structural and services matters to materials characteristics and detailing. This fifth
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Kevin McCloud’s 43 Principles of Home

Enjoying Life in the 21st Century

by Kevin McCloud ...

Kevin McCloud’s 43 Principles of Home represents a landmark piece of interiors publishing.In this lavish and inspirational yet also practical book Kevin explores all areas of domestic living, from materialism to sustainability, craftsmanship to comfort. In his witty, wide-ranging commentary on the way we live now, the things we have gained and lost, Kevin’s beautifully written text brings insight ... Read more

£7.99

Kevin McCloud’s 43 Principles of Home represents a landmark piece of interiors publishing.In this lavish and inspirational yet also practical book Kevin explores all areas of domestic living, from materialism to sustainability, craftsmanship to comfort. In his witty, wide-ranging commentary on the way we live now, the things we have gained and lost, Kevin’s beautifully written text brings insight
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Britain's 100 Best Railway Stations

A beautiful book showcasing the UK's most impressive train stations and British architecture

by Simon Jenkins ...

Discover the architectural gems that are Britain's 100 Best Railway Stations in this Sunday Times top 10 bestseller'This is a cracker . . . a beautiful book' Chris EvansIt is the scene for our hopeful beginnings and our intended ends, and the timeless experiences of coming and going, meeting, greeting and parting. It is an institution with its own rituals and priests, and a long-neglected aspect ... Read more

£8.99

Discover the architectural gems that are Britain's 100 Best Railway Stations in this Sunday Times top 10 bestseller'This is a cracker . . . a beautiful book' Chris EvansIt is the scene for our hopeful beginnings and our intended ends, and the timeless experiences of coming and going, meeting, greeting and parting. It is an institution with its own rituals and priests, and a long-neglected aspect
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B is for Bauhaus

An A-Z of the Modern World

by Deyan Sudjic ...

This book is not a dictionary, though it tells you all you need know about everything from Authenticity to Zips. It's not an autobiography, though it does offer a revealing and highly personal inside view of contemporary culture.It's an essential tool kit for understanding the modern world. It's about what makes a Warhol a genuine fake; the creation of national identities; the mania to collect. It ... Read more

£9.99

This book is not a dictionary, though it tells you all you need know about everything from Authenticity to Zips. It's not an autobiography, though it does offer a revealing and highly personal inside view of contemporary culture.It's an essential tool kit for understanding the modern world. It's about what makes a Warhol a genuine fake; the creation of national identities; the mania to collect. It
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House Love

A Joyful Guide to Cleaning, Organizing, and Loving the Home You’re In

by Patric Richardson, Karin Miller ...

Discover the joy of cleaning with this cheery and thoughtful guide to tidying up and turning your house into a home.Patric Richardson is known as “The Laundry Evangelist,” but his genuine love for household chores extends far beyond the laundry room. His philosophy is simple: tidying up is a privilege and a task you do for those you love (including yourself), and there are a million ways to infuse ... Read more

£6.99

Discover the joy of cleaning with this cheery and thoughtful guide to tidying up and turning your house into a home.Patric Richardson is known as “The Laundry Evangelist,” but his genuine love for household chores extends far beyond the laundry room. His philosophy is simple: tidying up is a privilege and a task you do for those you love (including yourself), and there are a million ways to infuse
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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

£8.63

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
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Acid Reflux Diet Cookbook: 500 Amazing Recipes And Complete Guide To Understand Lifestyle With Acid Reflux Diet COOKBOOK

by Grace Aurora ...

A fresh and short approach to help control GERD!Heal acid reflux disorder with GERD-friendly recipes and an effortless three-stage motion plan!Get long-term treatment from heartburn and exceptional acid reflux signs and symptoms and symptoms with a practical, meals-primarily based movement format that forestalls ache and forestalls it from coming returned.A complete range of recipes―From Pumpkin ... Read more

£2.69

A fresh and short approach to help control GERD!Heal acid reflux disorder with GERD-friendly recipes and an effortless three-stage motion plan!Get long-term treatment from heartburn and exceptional acid reflux signs and symptoms and symptoms with a practical, meals-primarily based movement format that forestalls ache and forestalls it from coming returned.A complete range of recipes―From Pumpkin
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Architecture China: Architects’Studios(Summer 2019)

Edited by Li Xiangning, Mo Wanli, Jiang Jiawei, Rebecca Gross, Gina Tsarouhas ...

Series series Architecture China
Focusing on the leading edge architectural designs with regional characteristic, Architecture China is a journal whose mission is to disseminate the creative works of contemporary Chinese architecture, and to deepen an appreciation of Chinese architectural traditional and trends. With essays, projects, and interviews, Architects’ Offices, this issue offers a look into the offices of 14 outstanding ... Read more

£14.79

Focusing on the leading edge architectural designs with regional characteristic, Architecture China is a journal whose mission is to disseminate the creative works of contemporary Chinese architecture, and to deepen an appreciation of Chinese architectural traditional and trends. With essays, projects, and interviews, Architects’ Offices, this issue offers a look into the offices of 14 outstanding
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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

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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...
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Vatsyayana’s Kamasutra: Art-of-Love [Book 2]

Vatsyayana’s Kamasutra Series, #2

by A2Z Studio ...

Series Book 2 - Vatsyayana’s Kamasutra Series
Discover the timeless wisdom of Vatsyayana's Kamasutra, a masterpiece of ancient Indian literature that delves into the art of love, relationships, and personal fulfillment. Far more than just a manual, this classic text offers profound insights into human connection, emotional intimacy, and the balance of life's pleasures with ethical living.Written centuries ago, the Kamasutra transcends time ... Read more

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Discover the timeless wisdom of Vatsyayana's Kamasutra, a masterpiece of ancient Indian literature that delves into the art of love, relationships, and personal fulfillment. Far more than just a manual, this classic text offers profound insights into human connection, emotional intimacy, and the balance of life's pleasures with ethical living.Written centuries ago, the Kamasutra transcends time
... Read more
Breve história das favelas

by Kehl Luis ...

Series series Saber de tudo
O problema das favelas no mundo é visto sob um novo ângulo neste livro. A favela, na abordagem do autor Luis Kehl, é formada pela história das pessoas que nela vivem, pela estrutura de sua sociedade feita de relações de parentesco, amizade, confiança e origem. A favela aqui descrita, por debaixo do lixo, dos esgotos, das crianças doentes, é aquela que é capaz de sobreviver às adversidades e ainda ... Read more

£3.14

O problema das favelas no mundo é visto sob um novo ângulo neste livro. A favela, na abordagem do autor Luis Kehl, é formada pela história das pessoas que nela vivem, pela estrutura de sua sociedade feita de relações de parentesco, amizade, confiança e origem. A favela aqui descrita, por debaixo do lixo, dos esgotos, das crianças doentes, é aquela que é capaz de sobreviver às adversidades e ainda
... Read more
Kevin McCloud’s How to Make Your House a Home

by Kevin McCloud ...

Series Book 3 - Collins Shorts
Collins Shorts – insight in an instant.Kevin McCloud’s advice for setting up or doing up your home. Kevin will show you the things worth spending your money on, and the things you might cut back on. Helpful and incisive advice on design, construction and style from the foremost voice in modern architectural design.Collins Shorts are a fresh look at the ebook short, with the emphasis on vibrant ... Read more

£0.99

Collins Shorts – insight in an instant.Kevin McCloud’s advice for setting up or doing up your home. Kevin will show you the things worth spending your money on, and the things you might cut back on. Helpful and incisive advice on design, construction and style from the foremost voice in modern architectural design.Collins Shorts are a fresh look at the ebook short, with the emphasis on vibrant
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Kevin McCloud’s Principles of Home

Making a Place to Live

by Kevin McCloud ...

A practical paperback edition of the landmark design manifesto from the UK’s favourite design guru.In this inspirational yet also practical paperback Kevin explores all areas of domestic living, from materialism to sustainability, craftsmanship to comfort. Kevin’s beautifully written text brings insight and understanding to enjoying life in the 21st century, but crucially he offers detailed, ... Read more

£7.99

A practical paperback edition of the landmark design manifesto from the UK’s favourite design guru.In this inspirational yet also practical paperback Kevin explores all areas of domestic living, from materialism to sustainability, craftsmanship to comfort. Kevin’s beautifully written text brings insight and understanding to enjoying life in the 21st century, but crucially he offers detailed,
... Read more
The Art of City Sketching

A Field Manual

by Michael Abrams ...

The Art of City Sketching: A Field Manual guides readers through the process of freehand architectural sketching and explains orthographic, diagrammatic, three-dimensional, and perceptual-type drawings. The book presents hundreds of drawings of historic buildings and urban spaces, examples, and exercises, which help readers develop their drawing skills and employ sketching as an analytical tool. ... Read more

£45.89

The Art of City Sketching: A Field Manual guides readers through the process of freehand architectural sketching and explains orthographic, diagrammatic, three-dimensional, and perceptual-type drawings. The book presents hundreds of drawings of historic buildings and urban spaces, examples, and exercises, which help readers develop their drawing skills and employ sketching as an analytical tool.
... Read more
An Architect’S Guide to Engineered Shading Solutions

The Next Generation in Window Coverings

by Neil Perry Gordon ...

If youre a member of the architectural and design community who still consider window coverings as an afterthought, then you need to learn more about the emerging field of engineered shading solutions. Engineered shading solutions are sustainable systems for interior and exterior window coverings that engage the latest technologies to control heat, glare, and light. Window coverings have evolved ... Read more

£4.67

If youre a member of the architectural and design community who still consider window coverings as an afterthought, then you need to learn more about the emerging field of engineered shading solutions. Engineered shading solutions are sustainable systems for interior and exterior window coverings that engage the latest technologies to control heat, glare, and light. Window coverings have evolved
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Häuser des Jahres 2022

Die 50 besten Einfamilienhäuser

by Turit Fröbe, Katharina Matzig ...

Der Wettbewerb Häuser des Jahres wird seit 2011 vom Deutschen Architekturmuseum und Callwey ausgelobt. Diese Publikation präsentiert die von einer Expertenjury ausgewählten 50 besten von Architekten geplanten Einfamilienhäuser im deutschsprachigen Raum. Die Häuser des Jahres 2022 werden in Text, Bild und mithilfe von Plänen ausführlich vorgestellt und gewähren so Einblick in 50 individuelle ... Read more

£34.99

Der Wettbewerb Häuser des Jahres wird seit 2011 vom Deutschen Architekturmuseum und Callwey ausgelobt. Diese Publikation präsentiert die von einer Expertenjury ausgewählten 50 besten von Architekten geplanten Einfamilienhäuser im deutschsprachigen Raum. Die Häuser des Jahres 2022 werden in Text, Bild und mithilfe von Plänen ausführlich vorgestellt und gewähren so Einblick in 50 individuelle
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Die Stadt von der Neuzeit bis zum 19. Jahrhundert

Urbane Entwürfe in Europa und Nordamerika

by Vittorio Magnago Lampugnani ...

Die Aufgabe ist sehr einfach und sehr schwer: Städte zu bauen für Menschen, die darin wohnen. Vittorio Magnago Lampugnani überblickt die verwickelte Geschichte der abendländischen Stadt und erzählt sie anhand ihrer bedeutsamsten Episoden. Nach seiner überaus erfolgreichen Geschichte der Stadt im 20. Jahrhundert hat Vittorio Magnago Lampugnani nun gewissermaßen den Vorläufer zu seinem Opus Magnum ... Read more

£62.99

Die Aufgabe ist sehr einfach und sehr schwer: Städte zu bauen für Menschen, die darin wohnen. Vittorio Magnago Lampugnani überblickt die verwickelte Geschichte der abendländischen Stadt und erzählt sie anhand ihrer bedeutsamsten Episoden. Nach seiner überaus erfolgreichen Geschichte der Stadt im 20. Jahrhundert hat Vittorio Magnago Lampugnani nun gewissermaßen den Vorläufer zu seinem Opus Magnum
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Kirchen in Mecklenburg

by Dörte Bluhm ...

Sie sind weit mehr als ein bleibendes Ergebnis der mittelalterlichen Besiedlungsgeschichte: 664 Dorf- und Stadtkirchen gibt es in Mecklenburg. Die meisten davon sind wahrhaft ehrwürdige Gemäuer, überwiegend aus dem 13./14. Jahrhundert, manche sind sogar noch etwas älter. In ihrer Architektur spiegelt sich ein Reichtum wider, der auf tiefer Gläubigkeit basierte. So haben selbst kleine ... Read more

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Sie sind weit mehr als ein bleibendes Ergebnis der mittelalterlichen Besiedlungsgeschichte: 664 Dorf- und Stadtkirchen gibt es in Mecklenburg. Die meisten davon sind wahrhaft ehrwürdige Gemäuer, überwiegend aus dem 13./14. Jahrhundert, manche sind sogar noch etwas älter. In ihrer Architektur spiegelt sich ein Reichtum wider, der auf tiefer Gläubigkeit basierte. So haben selbst kleine
... Read more
Chicago Homes

A City Illustrated by Its Everyday Architecture

by Carla Bruni ...

A comprehensive, first-of-its-kind book about Chicago’s residential architecture and the stories that shaped it. This is an entertaining and precisely illustrated story of Chicago homes from the city’s earliest days through the postwar era, revealing everything about what makes a home a Chicago home.A city famous for its architecture—and for arguing with New Yorkers about who built it first and ... Read more

£17.90

A comprehensive, first-of-its-kind book about Chicago’s residential architecture and the stories that shaped it. This is an entertaining and precisely illustrated story of Chicago homes from the city’s earliest days through the postwar era, revealing everything about what makes a home a Chicago home.A city famous for its architecture—and for arguing with New Yorkers about who built it first and
... Read more
Designing Our Future

GIS for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction

Edited by Kathleen Kewley, Micah Callough, Keith Mann ...

Series Book 10 - Applying GIS
Learn how architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms work to improve sustainability objectives and advance new ideas about creating more livable cities, workplaces, and campuses as they create greater operational efficiency.Location intelligence is changing how land development and large infrastructure projects take shape. From new residential construction to planning a modern urban ... Read more

£13.67

Learn how architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms work to improve sustainability objectives and advance new ideas about creating more livable cities, workplaces, and campuses as they create greater operational efficiency.Location intelligence is changing how land development and large infrastructure projects take shape. From new residential construction to planning a modern urban
... Read more

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