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Weidenfeld & Nicolson, London, 1997. Softcover. Very Good Condition. Illustrator: John Miller [Photographs]. England, Scotland and Wales together possess one of the largest and most impressive collections of castles anywhere in the world. Synonymous with romance, Battle and intrigue, these castles play a key role in British history. In this book each stage of their development is traced - from numerous Bronze and iron Age hill forts, through Plantagenet and Edwardian consolidation and expansion, through the appalling devastation of the Civil War, to the lavishly ornate structures of the late eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Paul Johnson explores the role of the castle in society and the increasingly sophisticated methods employed defending them. The book ends with a look at the restoration of several important castles in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, as well as the building of some extraordinary mock castles such as Castle Drogo in Devon and Castell Coch in Wales. A useful… Leer más

Scheve Dímprimer, Vence, 2005. Softcover. As New. The Chapelle du Rosaire de Vence, often referred to as the Matisse Chapel or the Vence Chapel, is a small Catholic chapel located in the town of Vence on the French Riviera. It was dedicated to the Dominican Order. The church was built and decorated between 1947 and 1951 under a plan devised by artist Henri Matisse Text in English GIFT QUALITY. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: Architecture; France; Architecture; Inventory No: 268583..

E & FN Spon, London, 1998. Softcover. Very Good Condition. The development of railway stations and their surroundings is an emerging feature in current urban projects. Based on a series of the most inspiring contemporary European examples of station redevelopment, this book will help planners and urban designers understand the specific and complex nature of station locations. Based on their extensive research, the authors, pioneers of studies in the field in the last few years, harness and expand the body of knowledge and present guiding principles and conditions for successful implementation of such planning projects. 236 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Architecture; Environment & Ecology; Environment / Planning. ISBN: 0419227601. ISBN/EAN: 9780419227601. Inventory No: 247358. . 9780419227601

Terrail, Italy, 1997. Softcover. Very Good Condition. Architecture seeks inspiration in the past, thus Classicism tends to conserve whilst remaining a living genre thanks to its adaptation to new lifestyles. This volume highlights many modern projects that are classically influenced. 207 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: Architecture; Arctic & Antarctic; ISBN: 2879391199. ISBN/EAN: 9782879391199. Inventory No: 264842.. 9782879391199

1998, 1998. Softcover. Very Good Condition. This book presents the latest thinking on the benefits and dangers of higher density urban living. It offers diverse opinions and research, from a wide range of disciplines, and gives an insight into both the theoretical debate and the practical challenges surrounding the compact city. Essential reading for anyone with an interest in sustainable urban development. 350 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Architecture; Architecture; Environment / Planning. ISBN: 0419213007. ISBN/EAN: 9780419213000. Inventory No: 247359. . 9780419213000

Guild Publishing, London, 1986. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/Very Good. Provides historical, social, and architectural background for nearly 800 castles and homes in Britain that are open to the public. 256 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Architecture; Architecture; Countries::Great Britain. Inventory No: 263259. . This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries.

John Wiley & Sons Inc, USA, 2002. Hardcover. As New/As New. COURTYARDS Aesthetic, Social, and Thermal Delight Courtyards is an artful, informative exploration of courtyards, from their origins in early civilization to contemporary design concepts. Architects and landscape architects will repeatedly turn to the detailed guidelines for reference, gain a greater sense of balance between building and garden, and cultivate optimal green space by using the practical planting tips. Over one hundred photographs and drawings illustrate the concepts written about by an authority and passionate scholar in his field. 243 pages. GIFT QUALITY. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Horticulture::Gardening::Landscaping; Architecture. ISBN: 0471398845. ISBN/EAN: 9780471398844. Inventory No: 257815. . 9780471398844 This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries.

Images Publishing, 2008. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/Very Good. This book features gardens especially created for inner-city homes. Gardens have changed significantly over the last couple of decades, and clever architects and designers know that incorporating an outdoor living space can improve a dwelling's aesthetic, not to mention its value. In the 1980s, manicured lawns framed with box hedges and annuals were a common site. It seemed that both space and water supply were unlimited. 'Courtyards for Modern Living' presents beautiful gardens which have been designed for locations around the world that represent the changed reality of drier climates, and heralded in a preference for native species, drought-tolerant plants, and even a new popularity of the humble succulent. Contemporary houses also reflect a move towards enjoying larger houses built on smaller sites, so that available space is turned into a multifunctional courtyard that is usually accessed from the kitchen and… Leer más

The Taunton Press, USA, 2000. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/Very Good. Further full colour design ideas to appeal to homeowners, interior designers, DIY enthusiasts and self-builders who are eager to use the Not So Big House House concepts to build or remodel a home which avoids wasted space and material and which works for them. Sarah Susanka's first book The Not So Big House created a movement which has redefined the way we think about the space we live in, It spoke to millions of disenchanted homeowners who wanted to downsize their dream home ideas without diminishing the dream or the style. The secret lies in a better use of space: let your activities and lifestyle define your rooms. Ideal Home-type of architectural and interior design models. Contemporary: making the best use of smaller luxurious homes, smart town houses and utilising limited space with maximum style. Inspirational: deep insights into successful stylish home designs, illustrated in full colour. 258 pages. Quantity… Leer más

Thames & Hudson, London, 1997. Softcover. Very Good Condition. Produced in cooperation with the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum, Smithsonian Institution to mark its centennial anniversary, "Design for Life" draws on a century of collecting, documenting, and studying graphic, industrial, and product design in daily life. With a wealth of illustrations from the museum's unrivaled collection, this is a fascinating exploration of the centrality of design to human existence. 500 photos, many in color. 192 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: Art; Architecture; Architecture. ISBN: 0500279659. ISBN/EAN: 9780500279656. Inventory No: 261677.. 9780500279656

The Crowood Press, Great Britain, 2002. Hardcover (Printed Boards). Near Fine Condition. Many people dream of designing and building their own home, but don't know where to start. This book guides you through the process, making it an affordable, realistic and, above all, exciting option. Written by a practising architect, the book aims to provide the support and answers you will need, including where do you start? What are your options? What type of site are you after and how do you find it? What should you plan for and what processes should you expect and whose help you will need? What regulations will affect you and how will you gain planning permission? What should you consider when designing your home, inside and out and what should you look for in design drawings and how can you do your own? 176 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Building; Architecture; Architecture. ISBN: 1861265352. ISBN/EAN: 9781861265357. Inventory No: 248660. . 9781861265357

Shire Publications, Great Britain, 1979. Softcover. Very Good Condition. 128 pages. Tanning to pages. Cover edges rubbed. Illustrated with black and white photographs. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 250 grams. Category: Architecture; Architecture; ISBN: 0852634552. ISBN/EAN: 9780852634554. Inventory No: 226764.. 9780852634554

Viking, Sydney, 2001. Softcover. Very Good Condition. This illustrated volume showcases the latest developments in Australian domestic architecture. With floor plans, product and supplier information, it can be used as a source of inspiration and a guide for the home renovator. All homes have featured in the "Sydney Morning Herald's - Domain" section. 160 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Interior Design; Australia; Architecture; Architecture. ISBN: 0670912298. ISBN/EAN: 9780670912292. Inventory No: 256184. . 9780670912292

Pomegranate Artbooks, USA, 1994. First Edition. Hardcover (Printed Boards). Very Good/Very Good. Illustrator: Eric Oxendorf (photographs). If the circle is the most perfect natural form - a line without beginning or end, symbolising the universe - then the dome is the most perfect architectural shape: the circle executed in three dimensions. Minor rubbing to dust jacket, now protected by plastic. Colour photographs. Illustrator: Eric Oxendorf (photographs). Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Art::Art & Design; Art & Design; Architecture. ISBN: 0876540701. ISBN/EAN: 9780876540701. Inventory No: 128669.. 9780876540701

Conran Octopus, Great Britain, 1987. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/Very Good. Dream Houses is a guided tour of the world's most glamorous homes, from New York to Jaipur, from London to Sydney. It includes grand country houses and historic homes; magnificent modern creations; houses hidden away in remote private paradises and sophisticated urban apartments 208 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Interior Design; Architecture; Architecture. ISBN: 1850291071. ISBN/EAN: 9781850291077. Inventory No: 261682. . 9781850291077 This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries.

daab , 2006. First Edition. Hardcover. As New/As New. Text in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian. 238 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Architecture; Architecture; ISBN: 3937718478. ISBN/EAN: 9783937718477. Inventory No: 256064. . 9783937718477 This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries.

Quadrille Publishing, London, 2004. Softcover. Very Good Condition. In today's technologically dependent world we are all aware of the increasing damage we are doing to our environment, but the scale of the destruction seems so vast, we can often feel powerless to make any significant changes. Eco demonstrates how everyone can make a difference to the planet by incorporating environmental design, decoration, and strategies for living into their home. Whilst environmentally friendly architecture was once seen as minority interest, it is now viewed simply as best practice - Eco proves that it can be beautiful too. It is a book for those who want to build a home that respects the environment as well as for people who wish to make changes to the home they already have. Focusing on design, finish, decoration, and even housekeeping, Eco promises you lower fuel bills, fewer allergy-related illnesses, less waste, and a healthier world for your children to inherit. 184 pages. Quantity Available: 1.… Leer más

New Holland, Australia, 2005. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/Very Good. Eco style is about creating a living space that is environmentally friendly and ecologically sound without sacrificing contemporary interior design and modern architectural principles. 160 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Architecture; Architecture; ISBN: 1741102928. ISBN/EAN: 9781741102925. Inventory No: 260303. . 9781741102925 This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries.

McGraw Hill, USA, 2008. Hardcover (Printed Boards). Near Fine Condition. Acquire the skills needed to apply the LEED-New Construction rating system to any green construction project The Engineering Guide to LEED-New Construction provides a solid understanding of the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED-NC rating system, explaining step-by-step how to apply it to real-world construction projects. This much-needed reference offers practical discussions of the main concepts of sustainability, and also presents detailed equations and exercises that can be used to perform the calculations outlined in LEED-NC. You will find authoritative information on sustainable sites!water efficiency! energy and atmosphere!materials and resources!indoor environmental quality!innovations in design!a systematic view of green!and many other topics related to sustainability in construction.A valuable tool for the office or job site, The Engineering Guide to LEED-New Construction features: A practical focus on the… Leer más

Scriptum Editions, 2004. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/Very Good. 216 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Architecture; Architecture; Interior Design. ISBN: 1902686365. ISBN/EAN: 9781902686363. Inventory No: 258987. . 9781902686363