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  • Louis Kahn

    A Life in Architecture

    The man who envisioned and realized such landmark buildings as the Salk Institute, the Kimbell Art Museum, and the National Assembly complex in Bangladesh, Louis Kahn was born in what is now Estonia, immigrated to America, and became one of the towering figures in his adopted country’s built world. His works are unmistakable in their elegance, monolithic power, and architectural honesty.Written by ... Read more

    $25.99 USD

  • Thinking about Architecture

    An Introduction to Architectural Theory

    by Colin Davies ...
    In order to understand architecture in all its cultural complexity it is necessary to grasp such basic concepts as representation, form and space. The aim of this book is to provide teachers, students, practising architects and general readers with a set of ideas that will enrich their conversation, their writing, and above all their thinking about architecture.The book is divided into eight ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Structures

    Or Why Things Don't Fall Down

    by J. E. Gordon ...
    In a book that Business Insider noted as one of the "14 Books that inspired Elon Musk," J.E. Gordon strips engineering of its confusing technical terms, communicating its founding principles in accessible, witty prose.For anyone who has ever wondered why suspension bridges don't collapse under eight lanes of traffic, how dams hold back-or give way under-thousands of gallons of water, or what ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Talk Sexy to the One You Love

    (And Drive Each Other Wild in Bed)

    When it comes to sex, Barbara Keesling knows what she's talking about. A noted sex therapist, sex surrogate and professor of sexuality, she was featured in Playboy magazine in a special photo layout.In Talk Sexy to the One You Love, Keesling shows readers a new way to heat up their lovemaking without special toys, gadgets or superhuman agility. According to Keesling, the voice can be an incredibly ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • 101 Things I Learned in Architecture School

    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.This is a book that students of architecture will want to keep in the studio and in their backpacks. It is also a book they may want to keep out of view of their professors, for it expresses in clear and simple language things that tend to be murky ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

  • Urban Design Futures

    Edited by Malcolm Moor, Jon Rowland ...
    The last decade has seen the rise of urban design which has taken a central position in the new agendas for urban regeneration and renaissance. Urban design has moved from marginality to mainstream. The principles espoused by urban designers over the past thirty years are now accepted as key to a better urban environment and as we move towards greater sustainability, different ideas are emerging ... Read more

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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

    $2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Interior Design Since 1900 (Fourth) (World of Art)

    by Anne Massey ...
    Series Book 0 - World of Art
    Newly updated and overflowing with color, this well-established history of interior design describes and illustrates each movement and change in taste throughout the twentieth century.Interior design experienced an extraordinary amount of changes in taste and style during the twentieth century. From William Morris and the Arts and Crafts movement to expressionism, postmodernism, and green design, ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

  • Exhibition Design Second Edition

    An Introduction

    by Philip Hughes ...
    Exhibition Design describes the skills needed to become an exhibition designer, including: developing a brief and working with clients; design principles for graphics, circulation, lighting, and accessibility; presenting ideas to clients; and the practicalities of production.A wealth of visual material includes photographs of completed exhibitions by world-renowned designers, concept drawings, ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Get Your House Right

    Architectural Elements to Use & Avoid

    “[A] much needed book both for homeowners who want a beautiful and well proportioned house and for the professionals who help them to realize that dream.” —Sarah Susanka, FAIA, architect and author of The Not So Big series and Home by DesignEven as oversized McMansions continue to elbow their way into tiny lots nationwide, a much different trend has taken shape. This return to traditional ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Landscape Architecture, Fifth Edition

    A Manual of Environmental Planning and Design

    The most comprehensive, current guide to the theory and practice of landscape architectureFor more than 50 years, this pioneering guide has served as the foremost resource on the principles and practices of landscape architecture. Now, the book has been revised to address the latest developments in the field, providing a comprehensive, current presentation of the profession.Richly illustrated with ... Read more

    $86.99 USD

  • Architecture 101

    From Frank Gehry to Ziggurats, an Essential Guide to Building Styles and Materials

    by Nicole Bridge ...
    Series series Adams 101
    **A crash course in designing and constructing buildingsToo often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of architecture into tedious discourse that would put even Frank Gehry to sleep.** Architecture 101 cuts out the boring explanations, and instead provides a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as you explore the world's greatest structures.Featuring only the most important facts, building ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

  • 101 Things I Didn't Learn In Architecture School

    And wish I had known before my first job

    by Sarah Lebner ...
    Your first architecture job can involve a very steep learning curve.This book helps students and graduates of architecture kick-start their career and shave months off their professional development.This book will help you:Understand construction basics so you can avoid embarrassing situations and quickly understand instructions.Grasp an overview of the industry and business of architecture so ... Read more

    $8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The World's Great Wonders

    How They Were Made & Why They Are Amazing

    by Lonely Planet ...
    Series series Lonely Planet
    Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher*Go beyond the visual spectacle of the world's 50 greatest wonders, and discover what makes them such amazing places. With stunning images and expert illustrations, experience and appreciate the most famous sights on earth in an exciting new way.Author: Lonely PlanetAbout Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's ... Read more

    $17.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Construction for Landscape Architecture

    Series series Portfolio Skills
    Construction for Landscape Architecture covers all aspects of landscape construction, giving a good understanding of building materials and assembly. It is heavily illustrated with specially commissioned, detailed construction drawings and has a strong emphasis on sustainability and good practice. At the end of the book there is an extensive glossary and an appendix of technical information. ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Architectural Graphic Standards

    Series series Ramsey/Sleeper Architectural Graphic Standards Series
    ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHIC STANDARDSTHE LANDMARK UPDATE OF THE MOST RECOGNIZED STUDENT RESOURCE IN ARCHITECTUREThe Student Edition of the iconic Architectural Graphic Standards has been a rite of passage for architecture, building, and engineering students for more than eighty years. Thoughtfully distilled from the Twelfth Edition of Architectural Graphic Standards and reorganized to meet the specific ... Read more

    $110.00 USD

  • The Complete Guide to Building Affordable Earth-Sheltered Homes: Everything You Need to Know Explained Simply

    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

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Design-Tech

    Building Science for Architects

    Design-Tech is an indispensable, holistic approach to architectural technology that shows you in hundreds of drawings and tables the why as well as the how of building science, providing you with a comprehensive overview. In this expanded edition, measurements and examples are listed in both metric and imperial units to reflect the global reality of architectural practice. The authors also address ... Read more

    $89.99 USD

  • Exhibition Design Basics: Guide to Principles, types and Process of Exhibition Design

    Exhibition Design Basics is a comprehensive book that explains all the requirements of an exhibition display booth. The exhibition design guidebook can help you master the captivating art of creating beautiful display booths.You can learn about a diversified range of topics that consolidate the foundation of exhibition design as a designer.Here is a glimpse of a few topics that are covered in this ... Read more

    $6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Scandalous Space

    Between architecture and archaeology

    Series Book 4 - The Practice of Theory and the Theory of Practice
    If architecture is a design-centred discipline which proceeds by suggesting propositional constructions then, Zambelli argues, archaeology also designs, but in the form of reconstructions. He proposes that whilst practitioners of architecture and archaeology generally purport to practice in future-facing and past-facing-modes respectively, elements of these disciplines also resemble one another. ... Read more

    $8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Wright Sites

    A Guide to Frank Lloyd Wright Public Places

    A comprehensive guide to Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings open to the public—with travel itineraries and information on seventy-four sites.Frank Lloyd Wright’s groundbreaking designs, innovative construction techniques, and inviting interiors continue to astound and inspire generations of architects and design aficionados. Covering all the publicly accessible sites across the United States ... Read more

    $14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Zero Piranesi

    SAC Journal 5

    Series Book 5 - SAC Journal
    ZERO PIRANESI Giovanni Battista Piranesi's engravings, Campo Marzio dell'antica Roma of 1762, have a peculiar position within the discipline of ar- chitecture. With their dissemination, the folio collection of six etch- ings have till this day nurtured architects' speculations on the city. Since the Enlightenment, they - and in particular the Campo Marzio plan - have fuelled research, discussions ... Read more

    $18.99 USD $16.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Architecture Book

    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, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Architecture ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

  • Lighting for Interior Design

    by Malcolm Innes ...
    Series series Portfolio Skills
    Without light, interior architecture cannot be fully designed and experienced. It is one of the key tools for an interior designer, but can be a dauntingly technical subject for students.Part One, Theory, looks at the physics and technology behind lighting. Part Two, Process and Practice, looks more specifically at the use of lighting in interior design and outlines the key design issues and ... Read more

    $4.99 USD