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The Village Inn of Secret Dreams

The joyfully heartwarming read from Alison Sherlock

by Alison Sherlock ...

Series Book 3 - The Riverside Lane Series
From the bestselling author of The Village Shop For Lonely HeartsAfter escaping her parents’ unhappy marriage to sleepy Cranbridge a long time ago, Belle Clarke dreams of staying at The Black Swan Inn forever.But with the rundown Inn threatened with closure, Belle may be forced to leave, unless a buyer can be found … quickly.So, when her oldest friend Pete Kennedy returns from working abroad with ... Read more

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From the bestselling author of The Village Shop For Lonely HeartsAfter escaping her parents’ unhappy marriage to sleepy Cranbridge a long time ago, Belle Clarke dreams of staying at The Black Swan Inn forever.But with the rundown Inn threatened with closure, Belle may be forced to leave, unless a buyer can be found … quickly.So, when her oldest friend Pete Kennedy returns from working abroad with
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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

$13.99 NZD

'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,
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Humanise

A Maker’s Guide to Building Our World

by Thomas Heatherwick ...

From one of the world's most imaginative designers comes a story about humanity told through the lens of our buildings.'This book is a super-accessible guide as to why we shouldn't put up with soulless buildings and how we might change that' GRAYSON PERRY*****Our world is losing its humanity.Too many developers care more about their shareholders than society. Too many politicians care more about ... Read more

$21.99 NZD

From one of the world's most imaginative designers comes a story about humanity told through the lens of our buildings.'This book is a super-accessible guide as to why we shouldn't put up with soulless buildings and how we might change that' GRAYSON PERRY*****Our world is losing its humanity.Too many developers care more about their shareholders than society. Too many politicians care more about
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Architecture: Writing, Publishing, Marketing

by Husam Talib ...

The book presents a new assessment framework, a research method for writing on architecture, and a research method on the book genres on demand in the publishing market based on a case study of sample published books. It provides a powerful path to build an indicator to examine methods, processes, and theories in architecture. The author introduces his experience in testing various writing methods ... Read more

$17.99 NZD

The book presents a new assessment framework, a research method for writing on architecture, and a research method on the book genres on demand in the publishing market based on a case study of sample published books. It provides a powerful path to build an indicator to examine methods, processes, and theories in architecture. The author introduces his experience in testing various writing methods
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Earthquake Resistant Concrete Structures

by Andreas Kappos, G.G. Penelis ...

This book introduces practising engineers and post-graduate students to modern approaches to seismic design, with a particular focus on reinforced concrete structures, earthquake resistant design of new buildings and assessment, repair and strengthening of existing buildings. ... Read more

$387.18 NZD

This book introduces practising engineers and post-graduate students to modern approaches to seismic design, with a particular focus on reinforced concrete structures, earthquake resistant design of new buildings and assessment, repair and strengthening of existing buildings.
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Formwork: A practical guide

by Geoffrey Lee, Peter McAdam ...

To optimise formwork costs and minimise the time for its construction, the contractor needs to understand the guiding principles of safe and efficient formwork construction. He must also have some insight into the relative merits of the various methods, and should appreciate the practical details of formwork construction. This is a practical, heavily illustrated and comprehensive manual for the ... Read more

$161.26 NZD

To optimise formwork costs and minimise the time for its construction, the contractor needs to understand the guiding principles of safe and efficient formwork construction. He must also have some insight into the relative merits of the various methods, and should appreciate the practical details of formwork construction. This is a practical, heavily illustrated and comprehensive manual for the
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Interactive Architecture

Adaptive World

Edited by Michael Fox ...

Series series Architecture Briefs
Recent technological developments in biology, computation, cybernetics, engineering, industrial design, materials, and robotics allow architecture to evolve beyond static functionality and become an active participant—with the capacity to perceive, react to, and connect—with humans and the natural world. The first process-based guide by Michael Fox and Miles Kemp introduced interactive ... Read more

$25.45 NZD

Recent technological developments in biology, computation, cybernetics, engineering, industrial design, materials, and robotics allow architecture to evolve beyond static functionality and become an active participant—with the capacity to perceive, react to, and connect—with humans and the natural world. The first process-based guide by Michael Fox and Miles Kemp introduced interactive
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Nature Inside

A biophilic design guide

by William D. Browning, Catherine O. Ryan ...

Written by a leading proponent of biophilic design, this is the only practical guide to biophilic design principles for interior designers. Describing the key benefits, principles and processes of biophilic design, Nature Inside illustrates the implementation of biophilic design in interior design practice, across a range of international case studies – at different scales, and different ... Read more

$113.85 NZD

Written by a leading proponent of biophilic design, this is the only practical guide to biophilic design principles for interior designers. Describing the key benefits, principles and processes of biophilic design, Nature Inside illustrates the implementation of biophilic design in interior design practice, across a range of international case studies – at different scales, and different
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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

$9.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

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
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Measure for Measure

by William Shakespeare ...

Measure for Measure is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in 1603 or 1604. It was originally classified as a comedy, but is now also classified as one of Shakespeare's problem plays. The play deals with the issues of mercy, justice, truth and their relationship to pride and humility: "Some rise by sin, and some by virtue fall" ... Read more

$0.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Measure for Measure is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in 1603 or 1604. It was originally classified as a comedy, but is now also classified as one of Shakespeare's problem plays. The play deals with the issues of mercy, justice, truth and their relationship to pride and humility: "Some rise by sin, and some by virtue fall"
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Indiscernible Elements: Calcium

by korynn newville ...

I am in your teeth, your bones, your nails. I help your muscles contract. I will help your heart beat. You need me. I am in every brick in the colosseum and in the walls of caves. I am in soil, sand, and statues. Every living thing requires me to function. When the living die, when a building crumbles, I will continue on. I have many jobs, I live many lives. You call me Calcium.Indiscernible ... Read more

$16.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

I am in your teeth, your bones, your nails. I help your muscles contract. I will help your heart beat. You need me. I am in every brick in the colosseum and in the walls of caves. I am in soil, sand, and statues. Every living thing requires me to function. When the living die, when a building crumbles, I will continue on. I have many jobs, I live many lives. You call me Calcium.Indiscernible
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The Amazing Kansas City Library

by David Arthur Walters ...

An unusual investigative reporter's account of the transfer of the downtown Kansas City, Missouri, library collection from a decrepit building in the so-called Compassion Zone to a historic bank building owned by the Kemper family as part of the city's grand revitalization plan. That zone was so-named for its provision of food and shelter to homeless persons and the efforts to keep them within the ... Read more

$11.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

An unusual investigative reporter's account of the transfer of the downtown Kansas City, Missouri, library collection from a decrepit building in the so-called Compassion Zone to a historic bank building owned by the Kemper family as part of the city's grand revitalization plan. That zone was so-named for its provision of food and shelter to homeless persons and the efforts to keep them within the
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The Implementation of Animation (Computer Software) in Teaching Sustainable Architecture (Education for Sustainability) with Specific Reference to the Sun.

by William Van Zyl ...

Design and Visual Communication - Passive Solar Architectural design (Sustainable Architecture):Extend sustainability practice into the classroom beyond recycling, repurposing, waste management, worm farms, and composting. Introduce sustainable architecture! For children and students of 8 years of age and up. Teachers will benefit from this research! New to SketchUp? Teachers and educators, watch ... Read more

$5.99 NZD

Design and Visual Communication - Passive Solar Architectural design (Sustainable Architecture):Extend sustainability practice into the classroom beyond recycling, repurposing, waste management, worm farms, and composting. Introduce sustainable architecture! For children and students of 8 years of age and up. Teachers will benefit from this research! New to SketchUp? Teachers and educators, watch
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Becoming an Architect – Book 2: The Design Process

Becoming an Architect (Book 1 of 9), #2

by Kay, Kay Everbloom ...

Series Book 2 - Becoming an Architect
Learn how architects turn ideas into real spaces — step by step.This beginner-friendly guide walks you through the design process with clear examples, simple sketches, and creative thinking tools.Book 2 of the Becoming an Architect series. ... Read more

$6.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn how architects turn ideas into real spaces — step by step.This beginner-friendly guide walks you through the design process with clear examples, simple sketches, and creative thinking tools.Book 2 of the Becoming an Architect series.
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Além da arquitetura: da paixão ao negócio

os desafios do novo arquiteto empreendedor

by Renata Pena ...

Profissionais incrivelmente talentosos estão tão imersos na arte e técnica daquilo que fazem que esquecem da essência de um negócio bem-sucedido. Mas a técnica não reside apenas na qualidade dos traços ou na habilidade de moldar espaços com beleza. Reside também no entendimento do mercado e, acima de tudo, na compreensão profunda das emoções e expectativas de seus clientes. Se falhamos em alinhar ... Read more

$13.49 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Profissionais incrivelmente talentosos estão tão imersos na arte e técnica daquilo que fazem que esquecem da essência de um negócio bem-sucedido. Mas a técnica não reside apenas na qualidade dos traços ou na habilidade de moldar espaços com beleza. Reside também no entendimento do mercado e, acima de tudo, na compreensão profunda das emoções e expectativas de seus clientes. Se falhamos em alinhar
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Construction Superintendent Operations Manual

by Sidney M. Levy ...

Complete Any Construction Job On Time, within Budget, and According to SpecificationsTurn to the updated Second Edition of Construction Superintendent's Operations Manual for step-by-step guidance on managing every aspect of complex construction jobs. From handling construction contracts to managing construction components and technology, this hands-on resource will help you ensure that projects ... Read more

$144.58 NZD

Complete Any Construction Job On Time, within Budget, and According to SpecificationsTurn to the updated Second Edition of Construction Superintendent's Operations Manual for step-by-step guidance on managing every aspect of complex construction jobs. From handling construction contracts to managing construction components and technology, this hands-on resource will help you ensure that projects
... Read more
Storming the Old Boys' Citadel

Two Pioneer Women Architects of Nineteenth Century North America

by Carla Blank, Tania Martin ...

“Women” and “architecture” were once mutually exclusive terms. In an 1891 address, Louise Blanchard Bethune declared, “it is hardly safe to assert” that a connection even exists between the two words. Some women didn’t agree. Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart (1823-1902) is credited with works built in the present states of Washington, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and British Columbia. Born Esther ... Read more

$19.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

“Women” and “architecture” were once mutually exclusive terms. In an 1891 address, Louise Blanchard Bethune declared, “it is hardly safe to assert” that a connection even exists between the two words. Some women didn’t agree. Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart (1823-1902) is credited with works built in the present states of Washington, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and British Columbia. Born Esther
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Centro Studi FLA

by Giuseppe Marinoni ...

Series Book 5 - EUROPEAN PRACTICE
Realizzato nel 2012 in seguito alla vincita da parte di Giuseppe Marinoni di un concorso internazionale, il Centro studi FLA (Fondazione Lombardia per l’Ambiente) a Seveso appare all’esterno come un volume primario, articolato da fenditure verticali e sezionato dalla facciata vetrata: quinta della piazza e boccascena sulla città. La rigorosa figura ellittica dell’impianto planimetrico si rivela ... Read more

$8.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Realizzato nel 2012 in seguito alla vincita da parte di Giuseppe Marinoni di un concorso internazionale, il Centro studi FLA (Fondazione Lombardia per l’Ambiente) a Seveso appare all’esterno come un volume primario, articolato da fenditure verticali e sezionato dalla facciata vetrata: quinta della piazza e boccascena sulla città. La rigorosa figura ellittica dell’impianto planimetrico si rivela
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圖解貨櫃商業空間設計：全台第一本貨櫃屋全解析，從法規、價格、施工到設計，四大關鍵、一次解決！

by 漂亮家居編輯部 ...

貨櫃屋正夯，教您打造又便宜、又好用的繽紛貨櫃屋！小鳥雖小五臟俱全，帶您觀看美麗又實用的精彩案例。只要跟著書中學，就能擁有屬於自己的創意貨櫃屋。◆北部：林淵源建築師◆中部：陳旻宏中一電工副總◆南部：王啟圳建築師——共同撰文推薦【本書特色】★ 華文圈第一本，貨櫃屋設計全解★ 專業建築師現身說法，提供法規、結構等建議★ 精選國內精美貨櫃屋成功案例★ 室內設計師現身說法，提供專業見解★ 激發創意、介紹貨櫃屋的不同種風貌貨櫃屋的特色工時短、低成本、CP值高，在國內外掀起一股貨櫃城市浪潮。而台灣當然不落人後，除了每年在高雄舉辦貨櫃藝術節，讓民眾知道貨櫃可以怎麼玩之外，全台各地的貨櫃屋市集，也如雨後春筍般越來越多元。貨櫃屋在台灣，較常被拿來當作商業空間使用，但已有一般民眾將貨櫃申請為住家，讓貨櫃屋的使用方向越來越廣。到底打造一個貨櫃屋，有多少眉眉角角？怎麼做才能擁有一個屬於自己的貨櫃屋... ... Read more

$16.64 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

貨櫃屋正夯，教您打造又便宜、又好用的繽紛貨櫃屋！小鳥雖小五臟俱全，帶您觀看美麗又實用的精彩案例。只要跟著書中學，就能擁有屬於自己的創意貨櫃屋。◆北部：林淵源建築師◆中部：陳旻宏中一電工副總◆南部：王啟圳建築師——共同撰文推薦【本書特色】★ 華文圈第一本，貨櫃屋設計全解★ 專業建築師現身說法，提供法規、結構等建議★ 精選國內精美貨櫃屋成功案例★ 室內設計師現身說法，提供專業見解★ 激發創意、介紹貨櫃屋的不同種風貌貨櫃屋的特色工時短、低成本、CP值高，在國內外掀起一股貨櫃城市浪潮。而台灣當然不落人後，除了每年在高雄舉辦貨櫃藝術節，讓民眾知道貨櫃可以怎麼玩之外，全台各地的貨櫃屋市集，也如雨後春筍般越來越多元。貨櫃屋在台灣，較常被拿來當作商業空間使用，但已有一般民眾將貨櫃申請為住家，讓貨櫃屋的使用方向越來越廣。到底打造一個貨櫃屋，有多少眉眉角角？怎麼做才能擁有一個屬於自己的貨櫃屋...
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The Architectural Detail

by Edward R. Ford ...

The Architectural Detail is author Edward R. Ford's life's work, and this may be his most important book to date. Ford walks the reader through five widely accepted (and wildly different) definitions of detail, in an attempt to find, once and for all, the quintessential definition of detail in architecture. ... Read more

$38.18 NZD

The Architectural Detail is author Edward R. Ford's life's work, and this may be his most important book to date. Ford walks the reader through five widely accepted (and wildly different) definitions of detail, in an attempt to find, once and for all, the quintessential definition of detail in architecture.
... Read more
Profitable and Sustainable Real Estate Investing

An Investor's Guide

by Suhail Y Tayeb ...

Sustainability is no longer a niche strategy in real estate investing. It has become a set of constraints that shape risk, valuation, financing, operating costs, and long-term returns.Ignoring those constraints does not make them go away. It simply pushes risk downstream.This book was written to help investors understand that shift and respond to it intelligently.Profitable and Sustainable Real ... Read more

$17.17 NZD

Sustainability is no longer a niche strategy in real estate investing. It has become a set of constraints that shape risk, valuation, financing, operating costs, and long-term returns.Ignoring those constraints does not make them go away. It simply pushes risk downstream.This book was written to help investors understand that shift and respond to it intelligently.Profitable and Sustainable Real
... Read more
Materials and Meaning in Architecture

Essays on the Bodily Experience of Buildings

by Nathaniel Coleman ...

Interweaving architecture, philosophy and cultural history, Materials and Meaning in Architecture develops a rich and multi-dimensional exploration of materials and materiality, in an age when architectural practice seems otherwise preoccupied with image and visual representation.Arguing that architecture is primarily experiencedby the whole body, rather than chiefly with the eyes, this broad ... Read more

$53.29 NZD

Interweaving architecture, philosophy and cultural history, Materials and Meaning in Architecture develops a rich and multi-dimensional exploration of materials and materiality, in an age when architectural practice seems otherwise preoccupied with image and visual representation.Arguing that architecture is primarily experiencedby the whole body, rather than chiefly with the eyes, this broad
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InnovatiON-Architecture

Design, Laboratory, Technology, and Emotion

by Eduardo Gutiérrez, Jordi Fernández ...

Compiles ON-A work philosophy: a constant search for innovative ad hoc solutions for each project, using the most updated technologies and design research.This book exposes and collects the innovations developed through 15 years of work at ON-A, through lengthy conversations between its founders and directors (Eduardo Gutiérrez and Jordi Fernández) and the editor. This is not a usual monograph, ... Read more

$43.36 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Compiles ON-A work philosophy: a constant search for innovative ad hoc solutions for each project, using the most updated technologies and design research.This book exposes and collects the innovations developed through 15 years of work at ON-A, through lengthy conversations between its founders and directors (Eduardo Gutiérrez and Jordi Fernández) and the editor. This is not a usual monograph,
... Read more
Systems Upgrade

(Re)Fabricating Tectonic Prototypes

by Leire Asensio Villoria, David Mah ...

The book submits that a deep study of legacy material artifacts, through the lens of contemporary digital design can constitute a valuable bridge between design history and contemporary creative practice.Systems Upgrade focuses on an investigation into the ways that we may re-describe and upgrade these design legacies for extension in future practice. The book explicates this through a deep dive ... Read more

$43.36 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

The book submits that a deep study of legacy material artifacts, through the lens of contemporary digital design can constitute a valuable bridge between design history and contemporary creative practice.Systems Upgrade focuses on an investigation into the ways that we may re-describe and upgrade these design legacies for extension in future practice. The book explicates this through a deep dive
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