Building Economics Theory And Practice

Author : Rosalie Ruegg,Harold Marshall
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781475746884

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Building Economics: Theory and Practice by Rosalie Ruegg,Harold Marshall Pdf

We no longer build buildings like we used to nor do we pay for them in the same way. Buildings today are no longer only shelter but are also life support systems, communication terminals, data manufacturing centers, and much more. Buildings are incredibly expensive tools that must be constantly adjusted to function efficiently. The economics of building has become as complex as its design. When buildings were shelter they lasted longer than their builders. The av erage gothic master mason lived 35 or 40 years. Cathedrals took 3 or 4 hundred years to build. Cost estimates were verified by great great grandchildren of the original designer. Today, creative economics has become as important as creative design and creative building. The dient brings builder, contractor, architect, and facilities manager to account in their life time. The cost of building can therefore no longer be left to chance or act of god. Solutions are no longer as ingeniously simple as those proposed by a Flor entine builder early in the 15th century. He proposed to center the dome of S. Maria deI Fiore on a great mound of earth mixed with pennies. When the job was done street urchins would carry away the dirt in their search for the pennies. This was a serious suggestion offered by an early construction manager before Brunelleschi solved the problem more sensibly.

Author : Danny Myers
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0415286395

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Construction Economics by Danny Myers Pdf

Students across a wide range of disciplines, ranging from construction management and construction engineering through to architecture, property and surveying should find this an invaluable textbook.

Author : Gerard de Valence
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-11-10
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781134153688

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Modern Construction Economics by Gerard de Valence Pdf

Traditional building economics has primarily been concerned with issues around project appraisal and cost management techniques. On the other hand, modern construction economics has a wider focus with stronger links to mainstream economics, reflecting an increased interest in a range of theoretical issues in construction economics, both at the macro and micro level. In Modern Construction Economics: Theory and Application, a variety of approaches are used to present a coherent vision of synthesis between industry economics and project economics. Topics covered include: developing construction economics as idustry economics competition and barriers to entry in construction innovation in construction theory testing in construction management research collusion and corruption in the construction sector. Including contributions from academics in the UK, Sweden, Hong Kong, and Australia, this is a truly global review of a core issue for the construction industry worldwide. The result is a unique book that will push toward the development of a comprehensive theoretical framework of construction economics. This is a must-read for all serious students of construction economics, and all practitioners looking for a deeper understanding of their industry.

Author : Goran Runeson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Buildings
ISBN : 094982383X

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Building Economics by Goran Runeson Pdf

Offers students and practitioners of building and architecture an insight into economic principles and techniques, and a practical illustration of how economic events and policies affect the building and construction industry.

Author : P. Hillebrandt
Publisher : Springer
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2000-06-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780230372481

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Economic Theory and the Construction Industry by P. Hillebrandt Pdf

This revised edition of an established classic textbook brings the subject right up to date. It applies economic theory to the formation of demand on the construction industry and to the way the industry responds. This edition provides a topical assessment of the implication for competition of new methods of procurement, includes a new chapter on rehabilitation, repair and maintenance, and extends the use of theory to issues such as the problems of appropriate technology for developing countries, and contractors' diversification.

Author : Kerry London
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2007-12-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781134130313

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Construction Supply Chain Economics by Kerry London Pdf

This is the first comprehensive investigation of the industrial sourcing and procurement practices throughout sixty-eight construction industry supply channels across seven major commodity sectors at all levels. London presents real-world case studies to combine theory and practice to describe the economic structural and behavioural characteristics of sectors integral to the construction industry performance. Construction Supply Chain Economics details 'everyday' experiences and procurement decisions made by people in firms in the industry related to projects as they seek out other firms to work with during the tendering stage. London creates a language that enables us to classify and understand behaviour and recognise the impact of our decisions on firms and projects within the industry. Construction Supply Chain Economics introduces a new model for mapping the construction sector of particular interest to construction management and economic researchers and to procurement decision makers, including policymakers and clients, as well as industry practitioners, such as contractors, consultants and materials suppliers.

Author : Gerry F. Welch
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1997-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0470005165

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Economics by Gerry F. Welch Pdf

Newly updated, the Seventh Edition of "Economics: Theory and Practice" introduces students to basic economic concepts, institutions, relationships, and terminology. Covering a range of timely subjects and featuring engaging pedagogical tools, this book prepares students to use economic thinking in their classes, careers, and everyday lives. Through six editions, students have cited the text as exceptionally user-friendly and readable.

Author : Ofori, George
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2022-03-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781839108235

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Research Companion to Construction Economics by Ofori, George Pdf

This innovative Research Companion considers the history, nature and status of construction economics, and its need for development as a field in order to be recognised as a distinct discipline. It presents a state-of-the-art review of construction economics, identifying areas for further research.

Author : Allan Ashworth,Srinath Perera
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 581 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317902935

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Cost Studies of Buildings by Allan Ashworth,Srinath Perera Pdf

This practical guide to cost studies of buildings has been updated and revised throughout for the 5th edition. New chapters have been added on the RICS New Rules of Measurement (NRM) for order of cost estimating and elemental cost planning, and on the procurement of construction projects.

Author : D. Jaggar,R R Morton
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2003-09-02
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781135823788

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Design and the Economics of Building by D. Jaggar,R R Morton Pdf

A textbook on design economics for students of architecture, building and quantity surveying, it examines the links between design and the costs of building as well as more general economic issues and their significance for designers and builders.

Author : Gerald Finkel
Publisher : M.E. Sharpe
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1563249871

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The Economics of the Construction Industry by Gerald Finkel Pdf

The American construction industry directly employs over five million people and provides millions of additional support jobs in related fields. This text provides an introductory overview of the economic aspects of the industry and explores trends in labour force participation.

Author : Lawrence A. Boland
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317680963

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The Methodology of Economic Model Building (Routledge Revivals) by Lawrence A. Boland Pdf

The major methodological task for modern economists has been to establish the testability of models. Too often, however, methodological assumptions can make a model virtually impossible to test even under ideal conditions, yet few theorists have examined the requirements and problems of assuring testability in economics. In The Methodology of Economic Model Building, first published in 1989, Lawrence Boland presents the results of a research project that spanned more than twenty years. He examines how economists have applied the philosophy of Karl Popper, relating methodological debates about falsifiability to wider discussions about the truth status of models in natural and social sciences. He concludes that model building in economics reflects more the methodological prescriptions of the economist Paul Samuelson than Popper’s ‘falsificationism’. This title will prove invaluable to both students and researchers, and represents a substantial contribution to debates about the scientific status of economics.

Author : Marcus Warren
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UVA:X002424092

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Economics for the Built Environment by Marcus Warren Pdf

A textbook to be used in an economics course for graduate students of building, construction management, surveying, and similar disciplines. Bypasses the economic theory that confuses readers at the beginning of most such texts, and instead uses examples of applications throughout. No bibliography. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Author : A. Bezelga,P.S. Brandon
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1798 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2006-03-09
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781135828684

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Management, Quality and Economics in Building by A. Bezelga,P.S. Brandon Pdf

This book presents the proceedings of an international symposium which aimed to establish at the highest level the best practice and research in three important scientific and technical themes within the domain of residentaionl builsings across the European Community: quality management and liability building economics construction management. In addition the symposium will discuss the future evolution and development of each theme.

Author : P. A. Stone
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:964238395

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Building Economy by P. A. Stone Pdf