An Illustrated Dictionary Of Building

Author : Ernest Burden
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.54/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Illustrated Dictionary of Building Design and Construction written by Ernest Burden and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 2005 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a straightforward A-Z organization, and more photos, drawings, and diagrams than any other illustrated dictionary, this dictionary will be a mainstay on the shelves of anyone involved in the building industry. The wide range of topics makes it the only single volume reference to cover all aspects of design, construction, and related business terminology. A sampling of the categories includes: Project Management Construction Process and Management Design-Build Eco-Design and Green Building Marketing and Presentation. No other illustrated construction dictionary covers design, the coordination between the entire design and project delivery process, and the business aspects of the building industry.

Author : Peter Brett
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135138567
Total Pages : 346 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Illustrated Dictionary of Building written by Peter Brett and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-09-10 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Illustrated Dictionary of Building is ideal for practitioners and students on GNVQ, NVQ Construction and The Built Environment and Building Craft Operative courses. The guide is also useful reference for those in Higher Education on Professional, Architectural and other associated courses with a building element. First published in 1989 as Building Terminology, this second edition has been expanded and updated to cover an even wider range of terms, concepts and new practices. Including slang and regional variations, these are clearly defined and cross-referenced, many with the aid of illustrations, to provide an insight into the building industry as a whole. The logical A-Z arrangement in each section makes this an ideal reference source. The book is also highly illustrated with over 350 diagrams and photographs. The subjects covered include: architectural style; building construction; documentation, administration and control; materials and scientific principles and services and finishes. Peter Brett was formerly a Head of Faculty for construction at Brooklyn College, Birmingham. He is now in private practice undertaking design, construction and consultancy projects. Brett is an Honorary Member of the City and Guilds of London Institute and a Construction Education Consultant, in addition to being a Chief Examiner and Assessor for various UK, overseas and NVQ schemes.

Author : James T. Frane
Publisher : Craftsman Book Company
ISBN 13 : 9781572180086
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Craftsman's Illustrated Dictionary of Construction Terms written by James T. Frane and published by Craftsman Book Company. This book was released on 1994 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Almost anything you could possibly want to know about any word or technique in construction. Hundreds of up-to-date terms, materials, drawings and pictures with detailed descriptions.

Author : John E. Traister
Publisher : The Fairmont Press, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9780881731736
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Illustrated Dictionary for Building Construction written by John E. Traister and published by The Fairmont Press, Inc.. This book was released on 1993 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Cyril M. Harris
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 0486132110
Total Pages : 598 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Illustrated Dictionary of Historic Architecture written by Cyril M. Harris and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-02-28 with total page 598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This massive compendium contains over 2,000 line drawings, and clear, concise definitions for over 5,000 important terms relating to the architectural achievements of a great variety of world cultures, ancient to modern.

Author : RSMeans
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118392388
Total Pages : 990 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book RSMeans Illustrated Construction Dictionary written by RSMeans and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-10-05 with total page 990 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This concise student edition of the most widely used dictionary for construction and design professionals offers clear explanations of essential construction-related terms and concepts. Illustrated throughout with explanatory drawings and photographs, it is an indispensable reference for beginning and advanced students in construction, architecture, design, facility management, real estate, and other related fields. Features include: Easy-to-understand definitions of nearly 10,000 terms, phrases, and abbreviations from every area of construction More than 1,400 drawings and photographs that help clarify concepts Up-to-date coverage of new industry trends, including building automation, energy conservation, green building, historic preservation, and more An extensive reference section with plan symbols, conversions and equivalents, and more

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Publisher : DORLING KINDERSLEY
ISBN 13 : 9780863189616
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.1X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Visual Dictionary of Buildings written by and published by DORLING KINDERSLEY. This book was released on 1992 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text is part of a series of reference books designed for children aged nine years and upwards. The books contain exploded view photographs and over 3000 specific words presented in a labelled form, both of which are designed to help expand the child's knowledge and vocabulary. This book looks at buildings - specially built architectural models were taken apart to produce totally accurate exploded photographs. Other books in this series look at The Human Body, Animals, Ships and Sailing, Everyday Things, Cars and Military Uniforms. The Eyewitness Visual Dictionary of Animals was nominated as a 1991 Best Book for Young Adults by the Americal Library Association.

Author : Nikolas Davies
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 0750685026
Total Pages : 738 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dictionary of Architecture and Building Construction written by Nikolas Davies and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2008 with total page 738 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 20,000 words and terms individually defined, the Dictionary offers huge coverage for anyone studying or working in architecture, construction or any of the built environment fields. The innovative and detailed cross-referencing system allows readers to track down elusive definitions from general subject headings. Starting from only the vaguest idea of the word required, a reader can quickly track down precisely the term they are looking for. The book is illustrated with stunning drawings that provide a visual as well as a textual definition of both key concepts and subtle differences in meaning. Davies and Jokiniemi's work sets a new standard for reference books for all those interested in the buildings that surround us. To browse the book and to see how this title is an invaluable resource for both students and professionals alike, visit www.architectsdictionary.com.

Author : Peter Brett
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135138575
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Illustrated Dictionary of Building written by Peter Brett and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-09-10 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Illustrated Dictionary of Building is ideal for practitioners and students on GNVQ, NVQ Construction and The Built Environment and Building Craft Operative courses. The guide is also useful reference for those in Higher Education on Professional, Architectural and other associated courses with a building element. First published in 1989 as Building Terminology, this second edition has been expanded and updated to cover an even wider range of terms, concepts and new practices. Including slang and regional variations, these are clearly defined and cross-referenced, many with the aid of illustrations, to provide an insight into the building industry as a whole. The logical A-Z arrangement in each section makes this an ideal reference source. The book is also highly illustrated with over 350 diagrams and photographs. The subjects covered include: architectural style; building construction; documentation, administration and control; materials and scientific principles and services and finishes. Peter Brett was formerly a Head of Faculty for construction at Brooklyn College, Birmingham. He is now in private practice undertaking design, construction and consultancy projects. Brett is an Honorary Member of the City and Guilds of London Institute and a Construction Education Consultant, in addition to being a Chief Examiner and Assessor for various UK, overseas and NVQ schemes.

Author : Rachel Carley
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780805045635
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Visual Dictionary of American Domestic Architecture written by Rachel Carley and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1997-03-15 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Visual presentation of the many types of houses built in America from the earliest Indian dwellings to designs for futuristic homes.