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Paperback. A completely new textbook from the market-leading author of Construction Studies Today that comprehensively covers the design and construction of sustainable homes to meet both the Building Regulations and the Passive House Standard. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 4PCR; TNK. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 276 x 224 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1224.
Publisher
Gill Education
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780717148349
ISBN
9780717148349
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 42.26

Paperback. Suitable for structural engineers, this work discusses the structural use of timber, concrete, masonry and steelwork. It provides information on the behaviour and practical design of the main elements of the building structure. It is suitable for those whose studies include the design of structural elements. Num Pages: 272 pages, Approx. 130 illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 193 x 14. Weight in Grams: 520.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
280
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750686686
ISBN
9780750686686
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 69.30

hardcover. Describes the fundamental effects of buoyancy, a key force in driving air and transporting heat and pollutants around a building's interior. Num Pages: 273 pages, 98 b/w illus. BIC Classification: TGMF; TNKH. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 223 x 158 x 21. Weight in Grams: 498.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9781107015302
ISBN
9781107015302
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.89
€ 131.81

Hardcover. Driveways, paths and patios are an essential part of most properties, and this comprehensive book provides a detailed explanation of exactly how they are designed, planned, and constructed. It describes the range of tools and equipment needed, and also details the constructions of kerbs and edging and laying methods for flags, block paving. Num Pages: 160 pages, 233 colour photographs and drawings. BIC Classification: TNK; WKD; WMD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 191 x 15. Weight in Grams: 730.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Crowood Press
Number of pages
160
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861267788
ISBN
9781861267788
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.12

Paperback. The second edition of Construction Technology: Analysis andChoice has been expanded to include commercial buildings. Thisnow covers, in a single textbook, all the basic forms ofconstruction studied on professional courses. Num Pages: 464 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 192 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1104.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
464
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405158749
ISBN
9781405158749
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.60

Paperback. This new handbook provides a detailed reference for environmentally concerned purchasers of building products, Invaluable for the speifier, this handbook will be useful to all interested in finding greener ways of designing and building. Num Pages: 192 pages, drawings, b&w photographs, further reading, index. BIC Classification: AM; RNK; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 12. Weight in Grams: 720.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780419253808
ISBN
9780419253808
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 131.78

Hardcover. Structural Fire Engineering gives practical design guidance on the application of structural fire engineering to specialist structural engineers; bringing together fire engineering and structural engineering - disciplines which are interlinked in design of structures Num Pages: 190 pages, 55. BIC Classification: TNKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 164 x 16. Weight in Grams: 498.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
ICE Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
190
Condition
New
SKU
V9780727741417
ISBN
9780727741417
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 125.93

Paperback. Here's a wonderful opportunity to tour 28 beautiful new log homes without leaving your lounge chair. Sumptuous photographs bring the houses to life, while floor plans act as your guide to every part of the home. This is a tool for anyone who dreams of bui Num Pages: 144 pages, 250-plus color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; TNK; WKD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 281 x 222 x 13. Weight in Grams: 728.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764329548
ISBN
9780764329548
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 17.81

The National Slate Association compiled a comprehensive overview of slate roofs in 1926, covering everything from characteristics and important data with regard to slate and the specifics of construction. This book gets an update here, with contemporary Num Pages: 84 pages, 144 b/w photos & line drawings, 25 color photos. BIC Classification: AM; TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 287 x 225 x 16. Weight in Grams: 792.
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
84
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764330018
ISBN
9780764330018
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 20.89

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 250+ photos. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 217 x 11. Weight in Grams: 754.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764325427
ISBN
9780764325427
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 25.90

Paperback. Num Pages: 126 pages, 136 color photos, 22 b/w diagrams. BIC Classification: AMK; TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 218 x 12. Weight in Grams: 648.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
126
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764318368
ISBN
9780764318368
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.40

Paperback. This brilliant book combines the wisdom of a great reference tool with the wonder of an inspiration guidebook. Basics in foundations, framing, wall systems, and roofs are explored through the shared experiences of teachers, students, and seekers who came Num Pages: 128 pages, 147 color photos. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 200 x 12. Weight in Grams: 638.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764330391
ISBN
9780764330391
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 20.87

Paperback.
Publisher
Ovolo Books
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
New Rev Ex
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905959143
ISBN
9781905959143
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 22.99

Paperback. Construction Safety Management by Tim Howarth and Paul Watson The construction industry is a global, dynamic and innovative industry that delivers buildings and infrastructure for all aspects of commercial and domestic activity. This dynamic and innovative industry is faced with safety challenges on a project by project and day to day basis. Num Pages: 216 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNXC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 175 x 12. Weight in Grams: 474.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405186605
ISBN
9781405186605
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.48

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, 1 map, ports. BIC Classification: TNKX; WK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 211 x 149 x 10. Weight in Grams: 244.
Publisher
ICE Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780727730893
ISBN
9780727730893
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 44.09

Hardcover. Unified Theory of Concrete Structures develops an integrated theory that encompasses the various stress states experienced by both RC & PC structures under the various loading conditions of bending, axial load, shear and torsion. Num Pages: 518 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 177 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1030.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
518
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470688748
ISBN
9780470688748
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 164.07

Hardcover. Written for contractors and endorsed by the Associated General Contractors of America Written specifically for contractors, this "how-to" book enables you to meet the challenges of green building construction. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RNK; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 207 x 23. Weight in Grams: 804.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470056219
ISBN
9780470056219
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 105.09

Paperback. Provides practice managers/administrators, board members, facility planning teams, and veterinarians with the process, potential pitfalls, and technical terminology of veterinary facility programming and design. This book describes the process of creating a new building (or altering an existing one) from conception to construction initiation. Editor(s): Catanzaro, Thomas E. Num Pages: 288 pages, 50 illustrations. BIC Classification: AMC; MZ; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 177 x 20. Weight in Grams: 672.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
Ill
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813829227
ISBN
9780813829227
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 87.88

Hardcover. The turnover rate for companies in the construction industry is high. This book identifies the ten key elements of contractor failure and shows how to avoid them. Each element of failure is defined, illustrated by real examples, and ways are discussed to avoid or minimize the risks involved. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KNJC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 165 x 242 x 18. Weight in Grams: 422.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471513247
ISBN
9780471513247
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 138.38

Paperback. This tool needs no maintenance Fully revised and updated, this convenient guide covers the latest industrial equipment as well as all the tools and machines prevalent in older plants, even those from the early 1970s and before. Series: Audel Technical Trades Series. Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TBM; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 152 x 107 x 29. Weight in Grams: 284.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
All New 4th Edition
Number of pages
528
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764541704
ISBN
9780764541704
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.22

Hardback. This book covers the impact of sustainable masonry on the environment, touting the many benefits of utilizing local and/or low embodied energy materials in the construction of sustainable buildings. . Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations (black and white). BIC Classification: TGMD; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 160 x 22. Weight in Grams: 584.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848214958
ISBN
9781848214958
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 170.60

Paperback. Incorporates a chapter on facade techniques in the construction, and also includes a selection of the 80 most sought after European stone types. This book showcases the uses of dressed stone with detailed drawings and focuses the joints and specific related problems. Num Pages: 134 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AMC; TNKX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 304 x 214 x 12. Weight in Grams: 730.
Publisher
Birkhäuser Architecture
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9783764372736
ISBN
9783764372736
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 46.37

Hardcover. Economic to build, environmentally friendly, and versatile enough as a material to be used with reinforced concrete or steel, timber constructions are used worldwide. Timber Engineering examines its state of the art, covering the newest developments in practice-related research, while placing the industry in an international context. Editor(s): Thelandersson, Sven; Larsen, Hans J. Num Pages: 456 pages, index. BIC Classification: TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 249 x 194 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1028.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
456
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470844694
ISBN
9780470844694
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 181.44

Paperback. This code of practice, long established as a leading publication for the construction industry, provides an authoritative guide to essential principles and good practice in estimating for building work. Num Pages: 176 pages, 70 illustrations. BIC Classification: KNJC; TNCB1; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 295 x 212 x 10. Weight in Grams: 582.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
7th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405129718
ISBN
9781405129718
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 86.89

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