Taylor Francis imprint: 366 books

Vernacular Architecture in the 21st Century

Theory, Education and Practice

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Language: English
Release Date: March 10, 2006

The issues surrounding the function and meaning of vernacular architecture in the twenty-first century are complex and extensive. Taking a distinctively rigorous theoretical approach, this book considers these issues from a number of perspectives, broadening current debate to a wider multidisciplinary...

Courtyard Housing

Past, Present and Future

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Language: English
Release Date: August 2, 2004

Courtyard housing is one of the oldest forms of domestic development spanning at least 2000 years and occurring in distinctive form in many regions of the world. Traditionally associated with the Middle East where climate and culture have given shape to a particular type of courtyard housing, other...
by Andrew Harrison, Eric Loe, James Read
Language: English
Release Date: October 5, 2005

The growing demand for high quality office and manufacturing space in South East Asia has led to an increasing awareness of 'intelligent building' concepts. This study is based on a major research project undertaken by three leading players in the construction industry - DEGW, Northcroft and Ove Arup...
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Language: English
Release Date: September 7, 2007

Highly visual and containing contributions from leading names in landscape, architecture and design, this volume provides a rare insight into people’s engagement with the outdoor environment; looking at the ways in which the design of spaces and places meets people’s needs and desires in the twenty-first...
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Language: English
Release Date: May 7, 2009

In an increasingly urbanized world more and more people are turning to our forests and woodland for recreation and tourism. Planning and providing for this growing demand poses challenges that need to be addressed by managers and designers alike. Based on a study of forest recreation from across...
by Tim Cornick
Language: English
Release Date: August 10, 2005

Computer-Integrated Building Design is an accessible guide to the principles and applications of computer-integrated systems as applied to construction management. It describes current research, development and application of CAD related tools and techniques to the building design process and demonstrates the methods necessary to achieve knowledge-sharing in building design.

Coastal Recreation Management

The sustainable development of maritime leisure

by Tim Goodhead, Johnson
Language: English
Release Date: October 8, 2013

The maritime environment includes both the water resource of the terrestrial coast and estuarine and coastal inshore waters. This book, for undergraduate students and those training in the field, relates the need to manage water-based leisure activities with the need to manage the maritime environment on which they depend.

Brain Train

Studying for success

by Dr Richard Palmer, Richard Palmer
Language: English
Release Date: September 2, 2003

A new edition of a highly successful study skills books. The style and approach is particularly suited to current student needs as the author stresses the importance of adopting a positive response to study. The lively and enthusiastic tone, and the practical advice on everything from planning revision to designing CVs gives this book enormous appeal to all, from A-level to mature students.

The Multilingual Dictionary of Real Estate

A guide for the property professional in the Single European Market

by Bernadette C Williams, R. Williams, B. Wood
Language: English
Release Date: May 23, 2006

The Multilingual Dictionary of Real Estate" is not simply a word-for-word dictionary of specialist and technical terminology. It offers explanations of terms which cannot be translated exactly or are liable to cause confusion. A supplementary section of the dictionary provides detailed notes...

Palladio's Children

Essays on Everyday Environment and the Architect

by N.J. Habraken
Language: English
Release Date: April 11, 2007

Based on many years of personal observation, Palladio's Children critically examines the role of the architect as a professional descendent of Palladio, and as an heir to his architectural legacy. Seven innovative and carefully crafted essays explore the widening ideological schism between today’s...

Abstract Space

Beneath the Media Surface

by Therese Tierney
Language: English
Release Date: February 26, 2007

This visually stunning, conceptually rich and imaginative book investigates the cultural connection between new media and architectural imaging. Through a range of material, from theoretical texts to experimental design projects, Tierney explores notions of what the architectural image means today. Within...

Materials, Specification and Detailing

Foundations of Building Design

by Norman Wienand
Language: English
Release Date: December 11, 2007

Continuing in the holistic philosophy of the Technologies of Architecture series, this volume examines the various layers of knowledge, skills and mechanisms that make up the many approaches to the essential function of technical design in the creation of successful buildings. Well-illustrated...
by Brian Richards
Language: English
Release Date: September 10, 2012

Cities around the world are being wrecked by the ever-increasing burden of traffic. A significant part of the problem is the enduring popularity of the private car - still an attractive and convenient option to many, who turn a blind eye to the environmental and public health impact. Public transport...
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Language: English
Release Date: February 19, 2008

Representing Landscape Architecture offers a broad investigation of how the designed landscape is and has been represented: for design study, for criticism and even for its realization. It has been said that we can only realize what we can imagine. But in order to realize we must convey ideas...
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