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Finance and Control for Construction

by Chris March

Drawing on a wealth of practical experience, both in the construction industry and teaching students, Chris March presents this study of construction management and the major aspects of controlling the building...

At Home: A Short History of Private Life

by Bill Bryson

From one of the most beloved authors of our  time—more than six million copies of his books have been sold in this country alone—a fascinating excursion into the history behind the place we call home.

“Houses...

Building Construction Handbook

by Roy Chudley & Roger Greeno

•  Ideal for students on all construction courses
• Topics presented concisely in plain language and with clear drawings
• Fully updated to include all revisions to Building and Construction regulations

Building...

British Architectural Styles

by Trevor Yorke

Here is a compact and useful guide, filled with detailed and original drawings, to help put a date to the variety of period buildings we see around us. It covers an immense range of structures and styles from...

Google SketchUp Cookbook

by Bonnie Roskes

As the first book for intermediate and advanced users of Google SketchUp, this Cookbook goes beyond the basics to explore the complex features and tools that design professionals use. You'll get numerous step-by-step...

Quantity Surveyor's Pocket Book

by Duncan Cartlidge

This second edition of the Quantity Surveyor's Pocket Book is fully updated in line with NRM1, NRM2 and JCT(11), and remains a must-have guide for students and qualified practitioners. Its focussed coverage...

Corporate Real Estate Asset Management

by Barry Haynes & Nick Nunningham

It is important for those studying and practising in Real Estate and Property Management to learn to manage property assets effectively, to be able to provide their companies with effective property and facilities...

Estimating for Builders and Surveyors

by R D D Buchan, Eric Fleming & Fiona Grant

Written for students taking courses in building and surveying, 'Estimating for Builders and Surveyors' describes and explains the method used by the estimator to build up prices or rates for items described...

Audel Electrical Trades Pocket Manual

by L. W. Brittian

Answers at your fingertips

This hands-on guide will help you trouble-shoot and solve electrical problems in industrial and commercial settings. You'll find plain-English explanations for a wide range of electrical...

Commercial Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution

by Peter Fenn

Commerce is inherently complex and the sums of money involved can be astronomical, so it is no surprise that conflicts and disputes are all too common. There are numerous techniques designed to resolve these...

Electrician's Calculations Manual 2nd Edition

by Nick Fowler

THE ULTIMATE ON-THE-JOB COMPANION--FULLY UPDATED

Thoroughly revised to reflect the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) and the latest industry advances, Electrician's Calculations Manual, Second Edition gives...

Building Construction Illustrated

by Francis D. K. Ching

The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with the most current information

For nearly three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the...

Sustainable and Resilient Communities: A Comprehensive Action Plan for Towns, Cities, and Regions

by Stephen J. Coyle & Andrés Duany

The ultimate step-by-step action plan guidebook for making communities resilient, resourceful, and healthy

Many of today's communities face an unprecedented struggle to adapt and maintain their environmental,...

Digital Drawing for Landscape Architecture: Contemporary Techniques and Tools for Digital Representation in Site Design

by Bradley Cantrell & Wes Michaels

Digital Drawing for Landscape Architecture won the “Award of Excellence” from the 2012 Professional Awards and Student Awards by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA).

For a hundred years, pencil,...

Audel Questions and Answers for Electrician's Examinations

by Paul Rosenberg

An essential resource for passing electrician's examinations

To pass your state and local licensing exams, you need knowledge and confidence. This comprehensive review guide gives you plenty of both. It's packed...

The CSI Construction Contract Administration Practice Guide

by John Wiley & Sons

Get the must-have reference on construction contract administration -- and the essential study aid for the Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) Exam.

The CSI Construction Contract Administration...

Guide to the LEED AP Building Design and Construction (BD&C) Exam

by Michelle Cottrell

Ideal for architects, engineers, or contractors seeking the LEED Building Design & Construction (BD&C) credential, the book is a clearly organized study guide that includes sample quizzes throughout at the end...

Construction Project Scheduling and Control

by Saleh A. , PhD Mubarak

An easy-to-follow guide to the theory and practice of project scheduling and control

No matter how large or small the construction project, an efficient, well-thought-out schedule is crucial to achieving success....

The Professional Practice of Landscape Architecture: A Complete Guide to Starting and Running Your Own Firm

by Walter Rogers

The all-inclusive reference to starting and operating a landscape architecture firm

The Professional Practice of Landscape Architecture, Second Edition is completely revised to keep up with the latest developments...

The Architect's Guide to Small Firm Management: Making Chaos Work for Your Small Firm

by Rena M. Klein

The definitive guide to management success for sole practitioners and leaders of small design firms

Owning and operating a small architectural design firm can be challenging, with tight project deadlines, on-the-fly...