Architecture - Buildings - Residential

"Healthy Town and Country Houses" explores the principles of designing and maintaining residences that promote the health and well-being of their inhabitants. Written by William Eassie, this book delves into various aspects of domestic sanitation, ventilation, and construction techniques crucial for creating healthy living...

""The Graphical Statics of Mechanism: A Guide for the Use of Machinists, Architects, and Engineers"" is a book written by Gustav Herrmann and originally published in 1892. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles of graphical statics, a branch of engineering that...

Explore the architectural and social vision behind Bournville, the renowned English model village, in "The model village and its cottages: Bournville" by W. Alexander Harvey. This detailed study, originally published in the early 20th century, examines the unique urban planning and residential architecture that...

This book is a must-have for anyone interested in the design and construction of cottages and small homes. Featuring hundreds of stunning photographs and detailed floor plans, this volume provides a wealth of inspiration and practical guidance for architects, builders, and homeowners.This work has...

This book contains fifty-five original plates giving in detail plans and illustrations suited to all parts of the country. It is an essential resource for architecture enthusiasts and professionals alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of...

An in-depth, illustrated exploration of Japanese homes designed by contemporary architects This carefully curated survey invites readers inside 35 remarkable Japanese houses ranging from well-known homes, such as Stairway House and House SH, to intriguing residences never before published in English. Providing both architectural...

Northern Exposure dissects the myth of the Canadian cabin.Moving past the settler fantasy, it reveals what the archetype has become: a powerful refusal of the urban clamor. As a sharp counterpoint to Cottagecore, these projects strike a balance between the romance of the unreachable...

Beulah Books is the complete serialised set of crafts, hobbies, home, healthy family relationships on a lifestyle property in New Zealand. It's all love and marriage. The early Maori who arrived in the Ohinemuri area around 1600, the European pioneers who settled here from...

Over the past three decades, Baylight Properties have been working in collaboration with some of the finest British architects to develop a series of award-winning housing projects, each one marked by a poetic sensitivity and thoughtful use of materials. This book addresses the particular...

Compiling all five of Galerie Patrick Seguin's volumes on the "demontable" architecture of Jean ProuvéThis limited-edition boxed set compiles all five of Galerie Patrick Seguin's volumes on the "demontable" architecture of Jean Prouvé the revised editions of 6x6 and 8x8, plus three new monographs...

In the last few decades, the bathroom has increasingly developed into an integrated living and wellness concept.In addition to the functional elements such as shower, washbasin, bathtub, and toilet, modern bathroom concepts focus on the feel-good aspect, with saunas, waterfalls and rain showers, infrared...

In an era defined by housing precarity, social fragmentation, and environmental urgency, Collective Living and the Architectural Imaginary examines how architects have reimagined--and can continue to reimagine--the way in which we live together. Tracing a lineage of collective housing projects from early twentieth-century experiments...

""Glimpses Of China And Chinese Homes"" is a book written by Edward S. Morse, which provides an insightful look into the culture and lifestyle of China in the late 19th century. The author, who was a renowned American zoologist, anthropologist, and orientalist, spent several...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Glimpses Of China And Chinese Homes is a book written by Edward S. Morse that provides readers with a comprehensive look at China and its people. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the author's travels throughout China...

""Glimpses of China and Chinese Homes"" is a book written by Edward S. Morse, an American zoologist and orientalist. The book is a collection of essays and observations on various aspects of Chinese life and culture, including Chinese architecture, art, customs, and traditions. It...

Examining the relationships between architecture, home and community in the Claremont Court housing scheme in Edinburgh, Home and Community provides a novel perspective on the enabling potential of architecture that encompasses physical, spatial, relational and temporal phenomena.Based on the AHRC funded project "Place and...

Designing a House by renowned architect Lester Walker is a clear, practical, and beautifully illustrated manual for anyone dreaming of building a home from the ground up. This accessible guide demystifies the architectural process, offering readers the tools and knowledge needed to design a...

"Houses and Gardens" explores the architectural brilliance and landscape mastery of Sir Edwin Lutyens, one of Britain's most influential architects. This work provides an in-depth look at the evolution of the English country house, showcasing Lutyens' ability to marry traditional craftsmanship with innovative design....

First published in 1978, Georgian Houses for All describes how little Gregorian houses came into being and how the original inhabitants used them. Gregorian houses at their smallest and simplest can be seen everywhere in the British Isles - detached, semi-detached and joined together...

Everyone deserves a decent and affordable home, a truth (almost) universally acknowledged. But housing in the UK has been in a state of crisis for decades, with too few homes built, too often of dubious quality, and costing too much to buy, rent or...

Sue Roaf is famed for her approach to design and her awareness of energy efficiency. Here she reveals the concepts, structures and techniques that lie behind the realization of her ideals. By using her own house as a case study, Roaf guides the reader...

The International Energy Agency's Task 13 is to advance solar building technologies. As part of that programme, 15 houses in 12 countries have been built to test new technologies and strategies for achieving low energy demand while maintaining a good indoor climate; The principal...

Both professionals and students are increasingly committed to achieving high-performance metrics in the design, construction and operation of residential buildings. This book responds to this demand by offering a comprehensive guide which features: architectural innovations in building skin technologies which make lighter more transparent...

Thirty-five different buildings with successfully installed solar air systems are described and documented. The building types cover single family houses, apartment buildings, schools, sports halls, and industrial commercial buildings with six different configurations of solar air systems used. Each example building is described over...

Architecture can inspire young children; the very shape and form of a daycare center can not only stimulate their imagination but can help children form strong relationships and help promote development. This design guide presents all the elements of building design that combine to...

Contemporary architects have long overlooked the great versatility of wood as a building material. Now, however, they have begun to adopt wood as the natural solution to a variety of design problems, and as a result, this environmentally sustainable material is becoming increasingly significant...

Long regarded as disturbing remnants of the Atlantic slave trade, the European forts and castles of West Africa have attained iconic positions as universally significant historical monuments and world heritage tourist destinations. This volume of original contributions by leading Africanists presents extensive new historical...

Spanning the years from 1714 to the start of the twenty-first century, this book includes the period's finest examples of British architecture. An in-depth guide to the history of every house features information on its design, construction and the stories of its best-known inhabitants,...

"Home is an idea," Meghan Daum writes in her foreword, "a story we tell ourselves about who we are and who and what we want closest in our midst." In The American Idea of Home, documentary filmmaker Bernard Friedman interviews more than thirty leaders...

How do architects treat the drama of water and nature? Do they defer to it with a simple dwelling that grows out of the land, or make a statement with bold materials and forms? From the sleek, low-slung Water Villa de Omval in Amsterdam,...

Here's a wonderful opportunity to tour 28 beautiful log homes without leaving your own home. Sumptuous photographs bring the houses to life, while floor plans act as your guide to every part of the home. This is a guide for anyone who dreams of...

An inspiring collection of design ideas for patio construction, this book will help you discover ways to transform ordinary outdoor spaces into perfect outdoor environments. Over 200 beautiful color photographs show patios of all shapes and sizes, from quaint and picturesque, to grand and...

The Medieval Castles of Wales is a concise but informative guide that highlights the most important and interesting medieval castles throughout the Welsh countryside. The opening chapter traces the history of castle architecture in Britain. The five subsequent chapters--divided by region--guide the reader through...

Focusing on the house and museum and its considerable collections of architectural fragments, models, drawings folios and publications, this book is about thirteen Lincoln's Inn Fields in London, England, built in the early 1800s by the renowned eighteenth-century architect Sir John Soane. The book...

Through 12 case studies from Australia, Bangladesh, Haiti, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and the USA, this book focuses on the housing reconstruction process after an earthquake, tsunami, cyclone, flood or fire. Design of post-disaster housing is not simply replacing the destroyed house but, as these...

Fundamental Building Technology introduces the technology, methods, and processes fundamental to construction by focussing on what is involved in building a typical low-rise house. Written with the novice in mind, this textbook is the ideal starting point for any construction student, as it fully...

The idea that architecture can be portable is one that grabs the imagination of both designers and the people who use it, perhaps because it so often forecasts a dynamic and creative solution to the complex problems of our contemporary mobile society, while at...

Considering the interrelationships between disability and housing design with a focus on the role of policy in addressing the housing needs of disabled people, this book sets out some of the broader debates about the nature of housing, quality and design. In what ways...

This book, dedicated to the residential work of Andrés Escobar, approaches his work from the conceptual perspective of introspective luxury--understood as the construction of the exceptional within the material, environmental, landscape, and linguistic conditions of the architectural project in a specific place and at...

2024 International Residential Code: A Comprehensive Textbook for Residential Construction ProfessionalsResidential construction in the United States operates within one of the most technically demanding regulatory frameworks in the world, and mastering that framework is the defining characteristic of every truly excellent construction professional. This...

"Bungalows" is a comprehensive exploration of one of the most beloved and enduring architectural styles in residential history. This essential guide delves into the design, construction, and furnishing of the bungalow, offering a detailed look at how these charming, single-story homes became a staple...

"Concrete Country Residences" presents a detailed exploration of the use of concrete in residential architecture. This book, originally published in the early 20th century, offers a fascinating glimpse into the innovative applications of concrete for constructing durable and aesthetically pleasing homes. Featuring numerous photographs...

The Throne Room in Dublin Castle was the ultimate focus of vice-regal ceremony, royal visits and many great state occasions, both before and after Irish independence in 1922. It has been a touchstone of British occupation and Irish autonomy that can be analyzed through...

Mount Uniacke, Acacia Grove, Winckworth, Saint's Rest, Spruce Tree Cottage. Ever wonder how Nova Scotia houses got their names? The better-known names are largely connected with prominent historical figures who resided in commodious homes with sprawling grounds, but the naming tradition was far more...

Domicide = the systematic and deliberate killing of home. So much architectural response to war has focused on 'cultural heritage', the destruction of infrastructure, and of ancient architecture - here, Ammar Azzouz moves the focus somewhere more personal: the home. In Domicide, he uses...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

First published in 1994, this book brings together the papers presented at the International Forum on 'Future Visions of Urban Public Housing'. Public housing officials, academics, practitioners and public housing residents addressed the following key topics: public housing policy; comprehensive neighbourhood planning for public...

This cross-disciplinary book broadens our understanding of home and community. Based on an empirical study of Claremont Court in Edinburgh, designed by Basil Spence, it explores how residents create homes and articulate a sense of belonging.Author: Sandra Costa Santos,Nadia Bertolino,Stephen HicksISBN-10: 1138488135ISBN-13: 9781138488137Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage:...

This book focuses on peoples' post-war experiences as they were rehoused from overcrowded and unsanitary Victorian slums, to new high rise estates built on vacant sites within the city and on its periphery.Author: Lynn Abrams,Ade Kearns,Barry HazleyISBN-10: 1138317098ISBN-13: 9781138317093Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/07/2020Pages: 134Format: HardcoverWeight:...