Below Ground Level

Author : Ernst von Meijenfeldt
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2002-10-25
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 3764369086

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Below Ground Level by Ernst von Meijenfeldt Pdf

Any space that involves descending from our typical aboveground environment is a provocation to our sensory perceptions. Such hidden spaces evoke latent mythical images and confront us with the clash between nature and artifice in our built environment. This book explores the character, use and design of underground space as a space of its own. International examples of commercial premises, restaurants, sports facilities, subway stations, museums, churches, libraries, concert halls, houses and other building types form the core material. Interviews with many renowned designers including Norman Foster, Floris Alkemade (OMA) and Francine Houben (Mecanoo) convey the architects' own views on the subject. Essays reflect on the cultural aspects, planning conditions, design considerations, technical requirements and sustainability aspects of building below ground level. Chapters include: Urban Development, Architecture, Functions, Perception and Cognition, Constructions, Energy and Interior Climate.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Flood insurance
ISBN : UCR:31210018614246

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Flood Insurance Manual by Anonim Pdf

Author : Duncan Marshall,Derek Worthing
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2008-09-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781136358739

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The Construction of Houses by Duncan Marshall,Derek Worthing Pdf

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.

Author : U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1972-07
Category : Nuclear energy
ISBN : MINN:31951D03428148R

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Atomic Energy Commission Reports by U.S. Atomic Energy Commission Pdf

Author : Malcolm Thorpe
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781856177665

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Brickwork by Malcolm Thorpe Pdf

As part of their everyday work bricklayers must be able to interpret technical documents, understand the properties of various mortars/building materials, and understand the basics of health and safety on site. Brickwork Level 1 is in full colour, and has been tailored to match Level 1 of both the Construction Alliance Awards Diplomas in Bricklaying and the Trowel Occupations NVQs. Written by Malcolm Thorpe, who acted as a CITB adviser and was involved in the draughting of the Intermediate Construction Award syllabus (bricklaying route), Brickwork Level 1 matches the latest industry-based requirements and technical developments in the field, including recent changes to the Building Regulations. This text is an essential reference for qualified bricklayers and other professionals working in the construction industry, as well as NVQ students wishing to embark on a career in bricklaying.

Author : Peter Rich,Yvonne Dean
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-02
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781135141448

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Principles of Element Design by Peter Rich,Yvonne Dean Pdf

The construction of buildings is learnt through experience and the inheritance of a tradition in forming buildings over several thousand years. Successful construction learns from this experience which becomes embodied in principles of application. Though materials and techniques change, various elements have to perform the same function. 'Principles of Element Design' identifies all the relevant elements and then breaks these elements down into all their basic constituents, making it possible for students to fully understand the given theory and principles behind each part. As all building projects are subject to guidance through the Building Regulations and British Standards, this book gives an immediate reference back to relevant information to help practitioners and contractors identify key documents needed. Yvonne Dean B.A. (Hons) B.A (Open) RIBA, an architect, energy consultant and materials technologist. She also has 15 years experience as a lecturer, travels widely and is a guest lecturer at many universities. She pioneered an access course for Women into Architecture and Building, which has been used as a template by others, and has been instrumental in helping to change the teaching of technology for architects and designers. Peter Rich AA Dipl. (Hons) Architect, started his career with 14 years experience as a qualified architectural technician. He then joined the AA School of Architecture, working with Bill Allen and John Bickerdike after his graduation, later becoming a partner of Bickerdike Allen Rich and Partners. He also taught building construction at the Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London, and architectural design at the Polytechnic of North London. He now acts as a Consultant.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Government Operations
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1964
Category : Drugs
ISBN : LOC:00185433432

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Drug Safety by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Government Operations Pdf

Author : London District Surveyors Association,John Stephenson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1612 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2003-09-02
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781135808938

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Building Regulations Explained by London District Surveyors Association,John Stephenson Pdf

This fully revised essential reference takes into account all important aspects of building control, including new legislation up to Spring 2000 with important revisions to parts B, K, M and N. Each chapter explains the approved document. Publication lists and relevant sources of information are also included, together with annexes devoted to legislation relevant to the construction industry, determinations made by the Secretary of State and sample check lists. Building Regulations Explained will be of wide appeal to architects, planners, surveyors, builders, building control professionals (including new non-NHBC approved inspectors), regulators and students.

Author : United States. Department of the Air Force
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 644 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1962
Category : Building
ISBN : MINN:31951D03395387P

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Air Force Civil Engineer Handbook by United States. Department of the Air Force Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Military bases
ISBN : UVA:X004815067

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Water supply, water storage by Anonim Pdf

Author : National Institutes of Health (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 952 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1926
Category : Medicine, Experimental
ISBN : CHI:44250368

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Digest of Comments on The Pharmacopoeia of the United States of America and The National Formulary for the Calendar Year Ending December 31 ... by National Institutes of Health (U.S.) Pdf

Author : Kimberly I. Hardin,Keith E. Evans
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Birds
ISBN : MINN:31951D029777500

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Cavity nesting bird habitat in the oak-hickory forest by Kimberly I. Hardin,Keith E. Evans Pdf

Author : United States. Army. Corps of Engineers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Flood control
ISBN : UCR:31210024816413

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Flood Proofing Regulations by United States. Army. Corps of Engineers Pdf

Author : Gareth Pender,Hazel Faulkner
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 744 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781444340761

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Flood Risk Science and Management by Gareth Pender,Hazel Faulkner Pdf

Approaches to avoid loss of life and limit disruption and damage from flooding have changed significantly in recent years. Worldwide, there has been a move from a strategy of flood defence to one of flood risk management. Flood risk management includes flood prevention using hard defences, where appropriate, but also requires that society learns to live with floods and that stakeholders living in flood prone areas develop coping strategies to increase their resilience to flood impacts when these occur. This change in approach represents a paradigm shift which stems from the realisation that continuing to strengthen and extend conventional flood defences is unsustainable economically, environmentally, and in terms of social equity. Flood risk management recognises that a sustainable approach must rest on integrated measures that reduce not only the probability of flooding, but also the consequences. This is essential as increases in the probability of inundation are inevitable in many areas of the world due to climate change, while socio-economic development will lead to spiralling increases in the consequences of flooding unless land use in floodplains is carefully planned. Flood Risk Science and Management provides an extensive and comprehensive synthesis of current research in flood management; providing a multi-disciplinary reference text covering a wide range of flood management topics. Its targeted readership is the international research community (from research students through to senior staff) and flood management professionals, such as engineers, planners, government officials and those with flood management responsibility in the public sector. By using the concept of case study chapters, international coverage is given to the topic, ensuring a world-wide relevance.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Industrial accidents
ISBN : MINN:30000006300192

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Occupational Injuries and Illnesses--counts, Rates, and Characteristics by Anonim Pdf