Architecture

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Historic Powder Houses of New England: Arsenals of American Independence

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Report copyright infringementby Matthew E. Thomas (Author)In the turbulent history of colonial New England, more than two hundred powder houses were built to store gunpowder, guns and armaments. Even the spark from a metal shoe nail could ignite their contents, so they often sat in remote sections of town. These volatile storehouses played a vital role in earning and preserving American independence. It was, after all, to a powder house in Concord, Massachusetts, that the British army marched...

Hacking: 17 Must Tools every Hacker should have, Wireless Hacking & 17 Most Dangerous Hacking Attacks

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Report copyright infringementby Alex Wagner (Author)Book 1 - The Ultimate Guide to Hacking using 17 Most Dangerous tools This book will focus on some of the most dangerous hacker tools that are favourite of both, White Hat and Black Hat hackers. Beginning with some of the fundamentals of networking, and technologies that are vital to be aware for every hacker. It will cover some studying techniques that can be used in order to be able to follow today's fast growing technologies, and then wil...

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Report copyright infringementby John S. Reid (Author)"Mechanical Drawing" aims to provide a fundamental course on all theory, principles, and methods needed to create a practical working drawing. It outlines a systematic method for mechanical drawing and offers useful information on convention and design, making it ideal for students and novices. Contents include: "Instruments and Their Uses", "Drafting Room Conventions", "Freehand Lettering and Geometric Drawing", "Orthographic Projection", ...

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Report copyright infringementby Maher Asaad Baker (Author), Fuad Al-Qrize (Author), Asem Al-Wasli (Author)In this book, the reader is taken on a journey through centuries of tradition, innovation, and cultural significance. From the ancient hanok houses to the modern skyscrapers that now dot the skyline, the impact of Korean architecture on society and culture is undeniable. Drawing on influences from Confucianism, Buddhism, and Chinese architecture, this book delves deep into the roots of Ko...

Experiencing American Houses: Understanding How Domestic Architecture Works

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Report copyright infringementby Elizabeth Collins Cromley (Author)A well-illustrated, holistic overview of how American domestic spaces have changed over four hundred years, Experiencing American Houses encourages readers to think creatively about houses in terms of their function as opposed to their appearance. This captivating volume helps the reader step into the lived experience of the evolving American house: understanding, for example, why a nineteenth-century dining room might include ...

Wondermorphia Coloring Book: Where Every Stroke Brings Colorful Tales to Life! Immerse Yourself in a World of Artistic Marvels and Boundless Creativit

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Report copyright infringementby Gretchen Holloway Art (Author)Wondermorphia Coloring Book 30+ drawings.Features!Key highlights of this book: ✅ Vivid images: black-and-white paper filled with 30 artistic illustrations and stunning designs.✅ Single-Sided Pages: Bleeding is no longer an issue because all pages are printed on single sides.✅ Fulfill your passion: All pages contain various appealing images to satisfy your creativity which helps you become a great coloring master.✅ The greatest gift...

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Report copyright infringementby The Local Project (Author)Showcasing the very best of architecture and design from Australia and New Zealand, The Local Project: 10 is a stunning collection of homes from some of the most renown architects practicing today. Featuring 23 homes from across Australia and New Zealand, the homes selected represent a curated selection of architecture and design, featuring new work from both leading and emerging local architects and designers. Compiling the highlight...

How to Undertake Carpentry Projects - Building Decks, Trim, Shelves, and Woodwork for the Home: A Comprehensive Guide to Crafting Beautiful Woodwork,

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Report copyright infringementby The Fix-It Guy (Author)This comprehensive handbook equips you, regardless of experience level, to become a confident woodworking maestro. Learn essential techniques, expert tips, and step-by-step instructions for building stunning decks, crafting elegant trim, constructing functional shelves, and tackling a variety of beautiful home woodwork projects.Ditch the limitations of store-bought solutions and unleash your inner artisan! This book equips you with the kn...

Church Building; a Study of the Principles of Architecture in Their Relation to the Church

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Report copyright infringementby Ralph Adams 1863-1942 Cram (Author)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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work ...

A History of Everyday Things in England, 1066-1799

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Report copyright infringementby Marjorie Quennell (Author), C. H. B. 1872-1935 Quennell (Author)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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, a...

Magnum in Parvo, or, The Marrow of Architecture: Shewing How to Draw a Column With Its Base, Capital, Entablature, and Pedestal: and Also an Arch of A

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Report copyright infringementby William -1755 Halfpenny (Created by), Andrea 1508-1580 Palladio (Author), John (Bookseller) Wilcox (Created by)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 is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyrigh...

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Report copyright infringementby William Henry Hudson (Author)William Henry Hudson was a professor of English Literature at Stanford University. Hudson wrote a detailed account in 1901 of the early Christian missions in California. Number of Pages: 40 Dimensions: 0.08 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: March 04, 2017

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Report copyright infringementby James Benedict (Author)CIA Kibitzers is an espionage thriller that never skips a beat as the main undercover sleuth, Jackson McKenna trains four young Kibitzers, observers to crack a deadly plot within the United States that could lead to WW III. Russia, the dastardly nemesis, orchestrated a plot to manufacture bombs in Lagos, Nigeria to disrupt our electrical and communications grid while smuggling in assassins from the Philippines to kill our top leaders. Mul...

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Report copyright infringementby Lilia Makhloufi (Author)Tangible and Intangible Heritage in the Age of Globalisation is a rich collection that illuminates the complex interrelationships between tangible and intangible heritage.Offering a close and critical examination of heritage preservation in countries including Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Chile, Egypt, Iran, Japan, Morocco, Oman, Syria and Tunisia, these essays illustrate the need to redefine heritage as an interdisciplinary and inte...

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Report copyright infringementby Élie Faure (Author)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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important eno...

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The Old Franciscan Missions of Caifornia

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Report copyright infringementby George Wharton James (Author)Step into the captivating history of California's iconic Franciscan missions with George Wharton James. In this meticulously researched exploration, discover the profound cultural legacy and architectural wonders of these sacred sites. A compelling narrative awaits, unveiling the enduring significance of these treasures amidst the changing landscapes of the Golden State. Number of Pages: 250 Dimensions: 0.5...

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Report copyright infringementby Barr Ferree (Author)A stunning exploration of the grand cathedrals of France, from the towering Notre Dame to the intricate Sainte-Chapelle. With beautiful photographs and insightful commentary, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and architecture of these iconic structures.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 is in the "public d...

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Langton Douglas (Author)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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is i...

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Report copyright infringementby Judith Phillips (Author)Winner of the Historical Society of New Mexico Ralph Emerson Twitchell AwardIn The Gardens of Los Poblanos, landscape designer and garden writer Judith Phillips recounts the history of these world-renowned gardens and demonstrates the ways in which the farm's owners, designers, and gardeners have influenced the evolution of this unique landscape. Phillips showcases how the changes in landscape style and content are driven by cultural exp...

House Gods: Sustainable Buildings and Renegade Builders - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Jim Kristofic (Author)Our buildings are making us sick. Our homes, offices, factories, and dormitories are, in some sense, fresh parasites on the sacred Earth, Nahasdzáán. In search of a better way, author Jim Kristofic journeys across the Southwest to apprentice with architects and builders who know how to make buildings that will take care of us. This is where he meets the House Gods who are building to the sun so that we can live on Earth. Forever.In House G...

Easter Island's Silent Sentinels: The Sculpture and Architecture of Rapa Nui - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Kenneth Treister (Author), Patricia Vargas Casanova (Author), Cristino Claudio (Author)It may be the most interesting and yet loneliest spot on earth: a volcanic rock surrounded by a million square miles of ocean, named for the day Dutch explorers discovered it, Easter Sunday, April 5, 1722. Here people created a complex society, sophisticated astronomy, exquisite wood sculpture, monumental stone architecture, roads, and a puzzling ideographic script. And then ...

Architecture Without Architects: A Short Introduction to Non-Pedigreed Architecture - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Bernard Rudofsky (Author)In this book, Bernard Rudofsky steps outside the narrowly defined discipline that has governed our sense of architectural history and discusses the art of building as a universal phenomenon. He introduces the reader to communal architecture--architecture produced not by specialists but by the spontaneous and continuing activity of a whole people with a common heritage, acting within a community experience. A prehistoric theater district...

Chairs: 1,000 Masterpieces of Modern Design, 1800 to the Present Day - Hardcover

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by Charlotte Fiell (Author), Peter Fiell (Author)This updated edition features designs from 1800 up to present day, and features the biggest names in furniture design, art, architecture and craft.Author BiographyCharlotte & Peter Fiell are leading authorities on the history, theory and criticism of design. To date, they have published over 60 titles and around 5 million copies of their books have been sold worldwide in over 20 different languages. Their books include The Story of Design, ...

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by Colin King (Author), Sam Cochran (With)New York-based stylist Colin King shares his wisdom and insights for cultivating beauty in our everyday surroundings--composing objects into simple, sophisticated vignettes that enrich our homes and our lives. We all desire our rooms to look attractive and reflect a considered approach. Now we have the mastery of Colin King to help us elevate our spaces into environments of personal creativity. Image after image, readers will discover how Colin works ...

Modern Art. a History from Impressionism to Today - Hardcover

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by Hans Werner Holzwarth (Editor)Most art historians agree that the modern art adventure first developed in the 1860s in Paris. A circle of painters, whom we now know as Impressionists, began painting pictures with rapid, loose brushwork. They turned to everyday street life for subjects, instead of overblown heroic scenes, and they escaped the power of the Salon by organizing their own independent exhibitions. After this first assault on the artistic establishment, there was no holding back. ...

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by Pierluigi Serraino (Author), Peter Gössel (Editor)The creator of the ubiquitous Knoll "Tulip" chairs and tables, Eero Saarinen (1910-1961) was one of the 20th century's most prominent space shapers, merging dynamic forms with a modernist sensibility across architecture and design. Among Saarinen's greatest accomplishments are Washington D.C.'s Dulles International Airport, the very sculptural and fluid TWA terminal at JFK Airport in New York, and the 630 ft. (192 m) high Gateway Arch of St...

Wipe-Clean Construction Site Activities - Paperback

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by Kirsteen Robson (Author), Gareth Williams (Illustrator)This fun book is a playful way for young children to develop their counting, observation and pen control skills. Spot the differences between tower cranes, join the dots to finish building a house, count bricks and lots more. Durable, wipe-clean pages mean children can revisit their favourite activities again and again. Number of Pages: 24 Dimensions: 0.3 x 10.6 x 8.7 IN Publication Date: December 03, 2024

Drawing Codes: Experimental Protocols of Architectural Representation - Hardcover

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by Andrew Kudless (Author), Adam Marcus (Author), Ila Berman (Contribution by)Emerging technologies of design and production have transformed the role of drawings within the contemporary design process from that of design generators to design products. As architectural design has shifted from an analog drawing-based paradigm to that of a computational model-based paradigm, the agency of the drawing as a critical and important form of design representation has shifted. Drawing Codes: Experimen...

Architectural Digest at 100: A Century of Style - Hardcover

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by Amy Astley (Introduction by), Architectural Digest (Author), Anna Wintour (Foreword by)A rich visual history of Architectural Digest, published for the magazine's 100th anniversary Architectural Digest at 100 celebrates the best from the pages of the international design authority. The editors have delved into the archives and culled years of rich material covering a range of subjects. Ranging freely between present and past, the book features the personal spaces of dozens of private cele...

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by Gestalten (Editor), Andrew Trotter (Editor), Mari Luz (Editor)Leading design magazine Openhouse has spent the last six years giving readers a closer look at some of the most extraordinary houses around the globe. In their first book, the editors open the doors to their highlights, including exclusive photography and rarely seen homes. From case study houses by midcentury masters to cutting edge contemporary architecture, Casa Grande describes what it feels like to occupy these spaces from ...

Stealing from the Saracens: How Islamic Architecture Shaped Europe - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Diana Darke (Author)Author BiographyDiana Darke is an Arabist and cultural expert who has lived and worked in the Middle East for over thirty years. She is the author of The Merchant of Syria: A History of Survival and My House in Damascus: An Inside View of the Syrian Crisis. She tweets as @dianadark Number of Pages: 480 Dimensions: 1.1 x 8.8 x 6 IN Publication Date: July 15, 2024