Understanding the City: Contemporary and Future Perspectives (Repost)

Understanding the City: Contemporary and Future Perspectives Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell | ISBN: 0631224068 | edition 2002 | PDF | 448 pages | 11,3 mb Many anthologies on the city exist, but only a few contain both cutting-edge theoretical essays and rich empirical studies. The latter focus on cities outside the Western urban canon and will make Understanding the City even more attractive to urban scholars. My Links Download

Designing the Seaside: Architecture, Society and Nature

Designing the Seaside: Architecture, Society and Nature By Fred Gray Publisher: Reaktion Books 2006-09-05 | 400 Pages | ISBN: 1861892748 | PDF | 9.2 MB In Alfred Hitchcock’s To Catch a Thief, a seaside resort was the setting for thievery and intrigue. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers tap-danced their way to fame at a Brighton resort in The Gay Divorcee. The seaside resort has always held a special fascination, a place of containment and leisure that has a unique form in the physical landscape: towering hotels, shop-lined boardwalks, and sprawling beaches. Fred Gray delves into the history of seaside architecture here in Designing the Seaside, writing the rich and international story of the seaside resort’s diverse structures from the eighteenth century through today. Gray is interested not only in the physical structures but also the cultural mores they represent—the “yearly holiday,” and our attitudes about leisure. The coastal landscape has been transformed by this geography of relaxation, and Gray considers the physical and cultural shifts that occurred when shops, boardwalks, and hotels buried sand dunes and marshes beneath their beams. He examines the design processes that went into creating the diverse buildings and spaces within a seaside resort, giving full attention to ephemeral structures such as pavilions and summer gift shops as well as the trademark hotel buildings, fairgrounds, and open spaces. Designing the Seaside also reveals how events such as beauty pageants made seaside resorts into sites of debate over conflicted issues of sexuality and morality. Drawing on a diverse array of historical material—photographs, guidebooks, postcards, and posters—Fred Gray offers a fascinating account of the cultural and social symbolism of the seaside resort and its role in the modern landscape. DoWnLoAd FiLe

Materials, Technologies and Practice in Historic Heritage Structures

Maria Bostenaru Dan, Richard Prikryl, Ákos Török "Materials, Technologies and Practice in Historic Heritage Structures" Springer | English | 2009-12-16 | ISBN: 9048126835 | 371 pages | PDF | 12,2 MB The planners cannot go out today from a ‘tabula rasa’ situation anymore. Environmental and sustainability issues have already formed the public idea that a 'greenbelt' of our cities is necessary, a kind of fortification leading to intensive development in towns inside a clearly delimited area within the surrounding nature. Since building on the periphery is limited, and the existing built substance has a certain cultural, architectural or at least environmental value, upgrading of existing buildings gains more and more ground from the design of new buildings. Masonry has been already recognised as construction material par excellence for historic structures. Reinforced concrete has not been yet. The reason for this may lay in the fact that concrete has not been employed for long, thus buildings with concrete structure are generally regarded as ‘not old enough’ to be considered historical. But the International Council on Monuments and Sites at a joined seminar with UNESCO and the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property in 1995 in Helsinki deemed the systematic documentation of the 20th century heritage, when these buildings were raised. The book includes chapters on these components of the building stock which have not been covered by previous studies, with architectural or cultural value. Special attention was given to a recommendation of the ICOMOS seminar in Helsinki, which concerns encouraging research programmes on specific problems concerning techniques and materials in restoration work, taking into consideration their aesthetic qualities. ICOMOS members are authoring chapters in the book. Download

The Social Logic of Space

Bill Hillier, Julienne Hanson, "The Social Logic of Space" Cambridge University Press | 1984-07-27 | ISBN: 0521233658 | 293 pages | PDF | 16 MB Based on a new way of describing and analyzing the kinds of spatial patterns produced by buildings and towns, this study presents a new theory of space: how and why it is a vital component of how societies work. The authors examine what it is about different types of societies that leads them to adopt different spatial forms and from this general theory they outline a "pathology of modern urbanism" in today's social context. Download FREE: depositfiles.com rapidshare.com

Structural Analysis of Historic Construction

Dina D'Ayala, Enrico Fodde, "Structural Analysis of Historic Construction" CRC Press | 2008-07-01 | ISBN: 0415468728 | 1588 pages | PDF | 52 MB The successful preservation of an historic building, complex or city depends on the continued use and daily care that come with it. The possibility of continued use depends on the adaptation of the building to modern standards and practice of living, requiring changes in constructional or structural features. Conservation engineering is the process of understanding, interpreting and managing the architectural heritage to safely deliver it to posterity, enhancing private or public utility vis a vis minimum loss of fabric and significance. These two objectives are sometimes conflicting. With increasing global interest in conservation engineering it is essential to open the debate on more inclusive definitions of significance and on more articulated concepts of safety by use of acceptable and reliable technologies, integrating further the activity of all the professions involved in conservation. Download FREE: depositfiles.com rapidshare.com

Modernism in Design (Reaktion Books - Critical Views)

Paul Greenhalgh, "Modernism in Design (Reaktion Books - Critical Views)" Reaktion Books | 1997-07-01 | ISBN: 0948462116 | 248 pages | PDF | 16 MB This book reasserts the meaning of Modernism as a historical phenomenon. The essays consider design in its widest sense and look at Modernism's fortunes in the USA, Britain and Germany amongst other countries and range in subject matter from world fairs and domestic objects to American West Coast architecture and French and Italian furniture. Download FREE: depositfiles.com rapidshare.com

Landscape Design and Experience of Motion

Michel Conan, "Landscape Design and Experience of Motion" Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection | 2003-01-01 | ISBN: 0884022935 | 336 pages | PDF | 16 MB Why is there so much silence with respect to the experience of motion in books on garden and landscape design? Is it even possible to experience a garden or a landscape without moving through it? Don’t we move through a garden in response to its design? And why do design treatises pay so little attention to this? Probably because of difficulties describing any experience in words, and because the experience of motion is not only awkward to convey in plain English, but it also eludes consciousness. Yet motion is so central an aspect of landscape design, setting it apart from sculpture, painting, or literature, that one has to address motion, however uncharted the waters. Download FREE: depositfiles.com rapidshare.com

Constructing the Future: nD Modelling

Constructing the Future: nD Modelling Publisher: Taylor & Francis | ISBN: 0415391717 | edition 2006 | PDF | 432 pages | 11 mb Constructing the Future is a comprehensive book which provides a global perspective on the concept of nD modelling and examines its impact on construction, from development to application. The text offers a critique of competing views that seek to justify (or ignore) the role of nD modelling in the future of construction as well as describing developments in this area which are already happening worldwide. My Links Download

Effective Press Relations for the Built Environment: A Practical Guide

Effective Press Relations for the Built Environment: A Practical Guide Publisher: Taylor & Francis | ISBN: 0415348668 | edition 2006 | PDF | 208 pages | 11,7 mb This practical guide explains to architects, engineers, designers and other consultants how to establish press plans for firms and for individual projects, and how to actively develop reputation by getting work published in the architectural, engineering and construction press. With quotes, advice and opinions from the industry's key journalists – including expert image generation and selection advice from Gareth Gardner, photo-journalist and past editor of FX and Features editor of Building Design. My Links Download

Environmental Design of Urban Buildings: An Integrated Approach

Mat Santamouris, "Environmental Design of Urban Buildings: An Integrated Approach" Earthscan Publications Ltd | 2006 | ISBN: 1902916425 | 352 pages | PDF | 37,8 MB * International experts in the field explore the relationship of building design to the urban setting * Enables building professionals to adopt environmental design strategies in their daily work * Designed as an academic module that can satisfy postgraduate certificate requirements and is suitable for distance learning * Includes a free CD-ROM The importance of an integrated approach in urban design is becoming increasingly apparent. This book explains how to overcome related challenges in environmental design of urban buildings and offers guidance on the use of new materials and techniques and the integration of new philosophies. Supported by the European Commission’s SAVE 13 programme, the book includes contributions from experts at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece, the Hellenic Open University, Greece, Cambridge Architectural Research and REHVA/University of Ljubljana. depositfiles.com

The Construction of Houses, Fourth Edition

Duncan Marshall BSc MCIOB MBEng, Derek Worthing BSc Mphil MRICS "The Construction of Houses, Fourth Edition" Estates Gazette | English | 2006-07-27 | ISBN: 072820486X | 300 pages | PDF | 21 MB Aimed specifically at those students and practitioners who require a broad understanding of building construction as part of a wider sphere of professional activity. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of modern construction and services. In addition most chapters contain information on earlier construction techniques to reflect the age profile fo the UK housing stock. This fourth edition has a revised text and hundreds of revised graphics, new illustrations and photos, an additional chapter on concrete housing, and an eight page colour section showing a series of photographs of a modern housing development. This book is the recommended construction text at a number of colleges and universities. It concentrates on principles and practice rather than details and regulations. In doing so it should enable the reader to demonstrate a comprehensive and genuine understanding of modern house construction and its evolution over the last 100 years. * An extensive and comprehensive introduction to modern construction * New illustrations and photos * Eight page colour section Download

Building Acoustics (Repost)

Building Acoustics Publisher: Taylor & Francis | ISBN: 041542853X | edition 2008 | CHM | 384 pages | 10,9 mb Building or architectural acoustics is taken in this book to cover all aspects of sound and vibration in buildings. The book covers room acoustics but the main emphasis is on sound insulation and sound absorption and the basic aspects of noise and vibration problems connected to service equipment and external sources. Measuring techniques connected to these fields are also brought in. It is designed for advanced level engineering studies and is also valuable as a guide for practitioners and acoustic consultants who need to fulfil the demands of building regulations. My Links Download

Audio Over IP: Building Pro AoIP Systems with Livewire

Audio Over IP: Building Pro AoIP Systems with Livewire October 2009 | English | ISBN: 0240812441 | 265 Pages | PDF | 10.4 MB Position yourself at the forefront of audio and broadcast studio technology by learning audio over IP. You will gain knowledge of IP network engineering as it applies to audio applications, and then progress to a full understanding of how equipment built on Ethernet and Internet Protocol are used in today's audio production and broadcast facilities for the transporting, mixing and processing of pro-quality audio. A chapter on integrating Voice-over IP telephony (VoIP) to pro-audio and broadcast facilities is also included. Using the popular Livewire technology, you will learn how to design, construct, configure and troubleshoot an AoIP system, including how to interface with PCs, VoIP telephone PBXs, IP codecs, and the Internet. See how AoIP systems work in practice, and discover their distinct advantages over older audio infrastructures. With its complete introduction to AoIP technology in a fun, highly readable style, this book is essential for audio professionals who want to broaden their knowledge of IP-based studio systems--or for IT experts who need to understand AoIP applications. * Introduces IP/Ethernet network engineering with a tight focus on audio applications * Real-world, "how-to" application examples show you how to apply AoIP to your specific situation * Co-authored by world-renowned audio/broadcast technology and AoIP experts Download Rapidshare

Greek Fortifications of Asia Minor 500-130 BC: From the Persian Wars to the Roman Conquest

Konstantin Nossov "Greek Fortifications of Asia Minor 500-130 BC: From the Persian Wars to the Roman Conquest" Osprey Publishing | English | 2009-11-24 | ISBN: 1846034159 | 64 pages | PDF | 28,7 MB Sandwiched between the heart of ancient Greece and the lands of Persia, the Greek cities of Western Anatolia were the spark that ignited some of the most iconic conflicts of the ancient world. Fought over repeatedly in the 5th century BC, their conquest by the Persians provided a casus belli for Alexander the Great to cross the Hellespont in 334 BC and launch the battle of Granicus and the sieges of Miletus and Halicarnassus. A blend of Greek and Asian styles of military architecture, these fortified cities were revolutionary in their multi-linear construction - successive defensive walls - with loopholes and mural arches. Konstantin Nossov illustrates the evolution of Greek fortifications and the influences of the region they bordered in this fascinating study. Download

Green BIM: Successful Sustainable Design with Building Information Modeling

Green BIM: Successful Sustainable Design with Building Information Modeling Publisher: Sybex | ISBN: 0470239603 | edition 2008 | PDF | 241 pages | 12,5 mb Meet the challenge of integrating Building Information Modeling and sustainability with this in-depth guide, which pairs these two revolutionary movements to create environmentally friendly design through a streamlined process. Written by an award-winning team that has gone beyond theory to lead the implementation of Green BIM projects, this comprehensive reference features practical strategies, techniques, and real-world expertise so that you can create sustainable BIM projects, no matter what their scale. My Links Download

The Ludic City: Exploring the Potential of Public Spaces

The Ludic City: Exploring the Potential of Public Spaces Publisher: Routledge | ISBN: 0415401798 | edition 2007 | PDF | 248 pages | 12,3 mb Detailed and extensive international urban case studies show how urban open spaces are used for play, which is defined and discussed using Caillois' four-part definition – competition, chance, simulation and vertigo. Stevens explores and analyzes these case studies according to locations where play has been observed: paths, intersections, thresholds, boundaries and props. My Links Download

Access for All: Approaches to the Built Environment

Wolfgang Christ, "Access for All: Approaches to the Built Environment" Birkhäuser Basel | 2009 | ISBN: 303460081X | 184 pages | PDF | 14,5 MB Access and accessibility are central themes in architecture and urbanism. The goal is to make buildings accessible both horizontally and vertically, as well as to provide them with technical infrastructure. But the aim is also to ensure the accessibility of whole streets, routes, parks, and squares, and even entire cities and regions. Today, access is a key concept in the most disparate areas of life. Thus, it is also a matter of access to knowledge and education, access to knowledge media like the Internet, access to healthcare, access to languages, etc. In thirteen articles, this book deals with this world of access in architecture, city planning, and neighboring fields. Topics include ensuring the accessibility of entire urban areas, renewing that of areas that were previously utilized differently, including the general populace in concept planning, and how architecture can help provide access to a better quality of life. depositfiles.com

How to Build a Wooden Boat

How to Build a Wooden Boat David C. McIntosh, «How to Build a Wooden Boat» Wooden Boat Publications | ISBN: 0937822108 | 1987| PDF | 255 pages | 83 Mb Here is everything you need to know to construct a carvel planked cruising boat with no more than a set of plans, a pile of lumber, and determination. Download

Material Matters: Architecture and Material Practice

Material Matters: Architecture and Material Practice Publisher: Routledge | pages: 272 | 2007 | ISBN: 041536325X | PDF | 10,7 mb Bringing together texts and work by theorists and practitioners who are making material central to their work, this book reflects the diverse areas of inquiry which are expanding current material discourse. Focusing on the cultural, political, economic, technological and intellectual forces which shape material practices in architecture, the contributors draw on disciplines ranging from philosophy, history and pedagogy to art practice and digital and low-tech fabrication. My Links DOWNLOAD

The Architecture of New York City: Histories and Views of Important Structures, Sites, and Symbols

The Architecture of New York City: Histories and Views of Important Structures, Sites, and Symbols Publisher: Wiley | ISBN: 0471014397 | edition 1994 | PDF | 408 pages | 13,3 mb Gives historical, artistic descriptions plus original photographs of more than 90 major structures, sites and symbols—from Indian coves and trails and Dutch canals to contemporary skyscrapers. Contains a comprehensive analysis of the major architectural styles that have helped create the New York City skyline. My Links Download