Architects' Data provides an essential reference for the initial design and planning of a building project. Organised largely by building type, and with over 6000 diagrams, it provides a mass of data on spatial requirements and also covers planning criteria and considerations of function and siting.
Building Strong Nonprofits: New Strategies for Growth and Sustainability
A proven, strategic plan to help your nonprofit emerge from the 2008-2009 economic storm Utilizing the extensive expertise of leading fundraising consulting firm Skystone Ryan's executive leadership team and managing consultants to explore and illuminate the most timely issues facing the philanthropic community, Building Strong Nonprofits: New Strategies for Growth and Sustainability identifies new opportunities to define the future of philanthropy.
The Detail in Wood Construction (Building in Wood construction and Details)
Building with wood has enjoyed a remarkable revival in recents years. Technically ingenious and aesthetically demanding buildings by architects such as Thomas Herzog or Santiago Calatrava derives their special character from wood. Modern building techniques are enhancing the structural possiblities of this traditionals material and in the context of current ecological debates, woods – the natural and renewable building material – is gaining even greater importance.
Building Skills for the TOEFL İBT 2nd Edition
TOEFL iBT Series test preparation series develops and refines skills necessary for achieving the maximum score on the TOEFL iBT. Available in combined editions and split editions by skill and level, the Compass series provides students multiple opportunities to learn and practice their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills as well as familiarize themselves with the question type found on the TOEFL iBT.
Audio for speaking and writing added Thanks to Mariika
Sustainable Landscape Construction: A Guide to Green Building Outdoors
Published at the beginning of the twenty-first century, Sustainable Landscape Construction took a new approach to what was then a nearly new subject: how to construct outdoor environments based on principles of sustainability. This enormously influential book helped to spur a movement that has taken root around the U.S. and throughout the world. The second edition has been thoroughly updated to include the most important developments in this landscape revolution, along with the latest scientific research in the field.
