Architecture

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by E. Viollet Le Duc (Author)In this engaging work, E Viollet Le Duc explores the topic of restoration and its application to architecture. Drawing on his extensive experience as an architect and restorer, Le Duc provides valuable insights into the principles of restoration and the challenges faced by those who seek to preserve our architectural heritage. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in architecture or the preservation of historic structures.This work has been selected by sc...

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by Jordan Marxer (Editor), Victoria (Editor)Rarely has the pairing of two hues captured hearts and imaginations like the combination of blue and white. Whether they are the basis for an interior design motif or the focus of a table setting, these perennially adored partners sweep the spectrum, from serene shades as calming as a summer breeze to deep saturations as dramatic as they are inviting. Living with Blue & White, from the editors of Victoria magazine, introduces readers to myriad p...

The Death and Life of Great American Cities - Paperback

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by Jane Jacobs (Author)Compassionate, bracingly indignant, and keenly detailed, a monumental work that provides an essential framework for assessing the vitality of all cities."The most refreshing, provacative, stimulating and exciting study of this [great problem] which I have seen. It fairly crackles with bright honesty and common sense." --The New York TimesA direct and fundamentally optimistic indictment of the short-sightedness and intellectual arrogance that has characterized much of ur...

Mindful Design: A Survival Guide for Responsible Product Designers - Paperback

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by Scott Riley (Author)Learn to create seamless designs backed by a responsible understanding of the human mind. This new edition is fully updated and reworked to employ a realistic, challenging, and practical approach to interface design, presenting state of the art scientific studies in behavioral sciences, interface design and the psychology of design. All with modern, up-to-date examples and screenshots. The practical portion of this edition has been completely reworked, giving you the ch...

Generative Art with JavaScript and SVG: Utilizing Scalable Vector Graphics and Algorithms for Creative Coding and Design - Paperback

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by David Matthew (Author)This book introduces you to the exciting world of generative art and creative coding through the medium of JavaScript and Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG). Using tried and trusted techniques, you'll tackle core topics such as randomness and regularity, noise and naturalistic variance, shape and path creation, filter effects, animation, and interactivity. In the process you'll learn SvJs, a JavaScript library that closely mirrors the SVG spec and makes scripting SVG intu...

Alphabet Tracing Workbook: Preschool writing Workbook with Sight words for Pre K, Kindergarten and Kids Ages 3-5, letter tracing paper for kids - Paperback

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by Donald Markel Publication (Author)-120 pages -Perfect For Pre-School, Middle school, & Kids-8.5x11 perfect size for your purse, tote bag, desk, backpack, school, home or work Number of Pages: 122 Dimensions: 0.26 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: October 12, 2020

Shelters, Shacks, and Shanties: A Guide to Building Shelters in the Wilderness - Paperback

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by D. C. Beard (Author)One of the founders of the Boy Scouts of America, Beard provides a hand-on guide for building a variety of habitable structures in the wilderness and other difficult environments. Practical, hands-on guide by one of the founders of the Boy Scouts of America contains a wealth of information and advice on how to build everything from a bark tee pee and tree-top house to a log cabin and beaver mat hut. Over 332 illustrations and clear, easy-to-follow text make this an inva...

Desolate Barns of the American West: Abandoned Institutions of Northern California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana - Paperback

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by Marques Vickers (Photographer), Marques Vickers (Author)This edition represents a photographic celebration of damaged and often abandoned barns and silos located within the rural Western United States. Over fifty structures are photographed amidst a backdrop of panoramic mountains, turbulent rivers and sagebrush flatlands. Many are inaccessible via roadways or difficult to approach due to private property restrictions. The captures images are spread over California, Oregon, Washington, Ida...

The Ten Books on Architecture - Paperback

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by Vitruvius Pollio (Author)The Ten Books on Architecture, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and redesigned. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence their text is clear a...

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by Timothy Oleary (Author)When you think of Orlando, immiedietly the first thing that pops up is theamount of fun activities in the form of amusement parks, Orlando, "City Beautiful" is a beautiful Central Florida metropolis with over 300,000 people living in this area. Orlando is sixth largest city in the Southeastern part of the United States.This book are photographs of the heart of the downtown area.Most of the images were photographed during the early morning withmid morning photographs ...

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by Lisle March Phillipps (Author)This thought-provoking book explores the relationship between art and the natural world, examining how artists have responded to environmental issues throughout history and how their work can inspire us to better understand and appreciate the world around us. With beautiful illustrations and insightful commentary, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and ecology.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally im...

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by David Batterham (Author)Discover a world of decorative ideas with this compendium of history's most elegant patterns and ornamental designs.The World of Ornament brings together the two greatest encyclopedic collections of ornament of the 19th century: Auguste Racinet's L'Ornement polychrome Volumes I and II (1875-1888) and Auguste Dupont-Auberville's L'Ornement des tissus (1877) to provide one lavish source book spanning jewelry, tile, stained glass, illuminated manuscript, textile, and c...

Get Your House Right: Architectural Elements to Use & Avoid - Paperback

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by Marianne Cusato (Author), Ben Pentreath (Author), Richard Sammons (Author)Sick of McMansions? Marianne Cusato, creator of the award-winning Katrina Cottages, is a champion of traditional architectural principles: structural common sense, aesthetics of form, appropriateness to a neighborhood, and sustainability. She presents the definitive guide to what makes houses look and feel right, revealing the dos and donts of livable home design. Hundreds of elegant line drawings--rendering the vari...

Building with Bamboo: Preservation - Paperback

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by Muhammad Hairulah Yahya (Author)Unlock the full potential of bamboo construction with this comprehensive guide to the bamboo treatment process. Drawing on the author's extensive experience in the industry, this unique book takes you step by step through the process of treating bamboo for construction purposes.With beautiful illustrations and graphic elements, you'll learn how to properly prepare, treat, and maintain bamboo for maximum durability and longevity. From selecting the right type...

The Nature of Gothic: A Chapter From The Stones of Venice - Paperback

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by John Ruskin (Author), William 1834-1896 Morris (Author), John 1819-1900 Stones of Ve Ruskin (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 copyright on the body of the work.Scholars...

Decorative Tessellations Adult Colouring Book: 50+ Amazing Tessellations & Geometric Pattern Designs Colouring Pages and Sheets for Relaxation, Stress - Paperback

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by Creativepatternsvillage (Author)This Decorative Tessellations colouring book features 50+ Tessellations and patterns designed for a wide age range of coloring enthusiasts including older kids, boys, girls, teens, adults and other grown ups including men and women. Have fun, relax and enjoy colouring these cool and amazing patterns. All the pages/sheets are single-sided to prevent colors bleeding through the paper. Great for relaxation, art & design classes, creativity, stress relief an...

City: A Story of Roman Planning and Construction - Paperback

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by David Macaulay (Author)Award-winning author-illustrator David Macaulay brings readers into a beautiful exploration of Roman buildings and construction. With black and white illustrations and detailed explanations, this comprehensive and visual resource is perfect for young readers interested in history, architecture, and Roman civilization. Number of Pages: 112 Dimensions: 0.4 x 12 x 8.9 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: October 24, 1983 Accelerated Reader: ...

The Architect's Brain: Neuroscience, Creativity, and Architecture - Paperback

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by Harry Francis Mallgrave (Author)The Architect's Brain: Neuroscience, Creativity, and Architecture is the first book to consider the relationship between the neurosciences and architecture, offering a compelling and provocative study in the field of architectural theory. Explores various moments of architectural thought over the last 500 years as a cognitive manifestation of philosophical, psychological, and physiological theory Looks at architectural thought through the lens of the remark...

Light Sensitive Learners: Unveiling Policy Inaction-Marginalisation-Discrimination - Paperback

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by Wendy Johnson (Author)This book explains why Australian governments are doing nothing for marginalised light sensitive learners. Government inaction is explored via policymaking theories and contrasted with a case study of active policymaking in a NSW high school which resulted in improved academic results. This book exposes inequity and provides a warrant for action.A must-read for: - policy scholars who want to detect and understand policy inaction. educators who want to support Light Se...

Color By Numbers Coloring Book For Kids Ages 8-12: Large Print Color By Numbers Coloring book with Birds, Flowers, Animals and Patterns Color by Numbe - Paperback

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by 9900 Publisher (Author)Experience the excitement of coloring with precision using our "Color By Numbers Coloring Book For Kids Ages 8-12." Tailored for budding artists, this book combines the joy of coloring with the challenge of numbered sections. Watch as vibrant images emerge, providing a fun and educational coloring adventure for kids aged 8-12. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating vibrant artworks while enhancing numerical skills in an engaging and visually appealing way. WHY YOU WILL L...

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by Fiell (Author), Taschen (Author)For the seasoned car collector or the awestruck newcomer, this volume is the consummate sports car anthology. Bringing together 50 of the most exquisite, desirable, and adrenaline-charging sports cars of all time, it recounts the enthralling endeavors in automotive design and engineering in pursuit of optimum dynamic performance for both road and track. This expertly curated roundup of glorious, high-speed two-seaters includes both all-out sports racers as w...

The Death and Life of Great American Cities: 50th Anniversary Edition - Hardcover

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by Jane Jacobs (Author)Published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of its initial publication, this special edition of Jane Jacobs's masterpiece, The Death and Life of Great American Cities, features a new Introduction by Jason Epstein, the book's original editor, who provides an intimate perspective on Jacobs herself and unique insights into the creation and lasting influence of this classic. The Death and Life of Great American Cities was described by The New York Times as "perhaps the ...

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by Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer (Author), Peter Gössel (Editor)A building by Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) is at once unmistakably individual, and evocative of an entire era. Notable for their exceptional understanding of an organic environment, as well as for their use of steel and glass to revolutionize the interface of indoor and outdoor, Wright's designs helped announce the age of modernity, as much as they secured his own name in the annals of architectural genius. This meticulous compilation ...

One Story House Plan Designs: Unveiling the Beauty of Single-Story Living - Paperback

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by Mary O. White (Author)Welcome to our comprehensive collection of one-story house plans, carefully curated to offer an array of options for those seeking the perfect home design. Whether you're looking to build your dream home or seeking a marketable house plan for construction projects, our book provides a diverse selection of single-level living designs that cater to various architectural styles, sizes, and features.Our one-story house plans prioritize efficient use of space, optimizing e...

Green Living Sustainable Paths - Paperback

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by Solomon Raj (Author)Green living and feasible ways typify an upright way to deal with day to day existence, stressing rehearses that limit ecological effect and advance an agreeable concurrence with the planet. At its center, green living is a guarantee to embracing way of life decisions that focus on natural maintainability, asset protection, and a decreased carbon impression. Economical ways in living frequently start with careful utilization propensities. This includes picking items tha...

Off-Grid Solar System Design & Installation Guide: Simplified Guide On Off-Grid Solar System For Homes, Vans And Other - Paperback

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by Richards Abraham (Author)This comprehensive guide is information on how to go solar-powered off the grid, as well as specific calculations to assist in determining the optimal size of an off-grid system for your individual requirements. In addition, we will detail the steps necessary to construct a safe and code-compliant off-grid solar system.This guide is best for all readers !! Number of Pages: 58 Dimensions: 0.12 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: Decem...

Preserving Our Built Past: A comprehensive Guide to Saving Old Buildings - Paperback

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by Ruth Akright (Author)Covers the full spectrum of identifying, purchasing and restoring historic buildings. Identifies historic building types, how to recognize and purchase them, and how to go about restoring them to their original condition. Number of Pages: 106 Dimensions: 0.22 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: January 12, 2024

Museums and Galleries: A Window into History - Paperback

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by Rafeal Mechlore (Author)Museums and art galleries are fascinating windows into the past; they provide us with a fresh perspective from which to examine the chronicles of human civilization, artistic achievement, and cultural development. These establishments, which are frequently considered to be time capsules, are home to a treasure wealth of relics, artwork, and tales that jointly narrate our shared legacy. The documentary titled "Museums and Galleries: A Window into History" examines th...

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon - Hardcover

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by Kelly Lyons (Author), Laura Freeman Hines (Illustrator)Jane Addams Children's Book Award, Jane Addams Peace Association Junior Library Guild Selection Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction, Recommended Title, National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Choices, Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC)You've seen the building. Now meet the man whose life went into it.Philip Freelon's grandfather was an acclaimed painter of the Harlem Renaissance. His father was a successful busi...

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by Arthur Willard French (Author), Howard Chapin Ives (Created by)In this groundbreaking work, French and Ives introduce the concept of stereotomy - the art of cutting and shaping solids in three dimensions. Drawing on principles of mathematics, geometry, and physics, the authors present a comprehensive theory of stereotomy and offer practical applications for architects, engineers, and artisans. Stereotomy has had a lasting impact on the fields of mathematics and spatial design, and French a...

The Design of Residential Areas; Basic Considerations, Principles, and Methods - Hardcover

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by Thomas Adams (Author)This book explores the essential elements and principles of residential area design. It covers topics such as site selection, land use, circulation, and the design of individual buildings. The book is an invaluable resource for architects, urban planners, and anyone involved in the design and development of residential areas.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 i...

Architects and the Law: A Collection of Cases Tried in the English, Canadian, French and American Courts of law, Relating to the Every-day Pra - Paperback

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by R. Gambier-Bousfield (Author)This is a comprehensive survey of the legal issues faced by architects in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author, R. Gambier-Bousfield, was a prominent Canadian architect and lawyer who had extensive experience in the field. He collected and analyzed a wide range of legal cases that dealt with issues such as contracts, liability, and professional conduct. The book provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by architects during this period ...