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Encyclopedia of Architectural and Engineering Feats
SBN: 157607112X
Author: Donald Langmead / Christine Garnaut
Publisher: ABC-Clio Inc
Summary:
Humans do one thing better than other species: we build things. For
millennia, people have altered the landscape to create awe-inspiring
architectural and engineering wonders that rival the most impressive
structures created by nature. Cities built temples to worship their
gods; kings sponsored structures to glorify their reigns; nations
constructed sophisticated systems of canals and roadways to expand
their economic influence; architects designed novel buildings to house
an ever-growing population.
In only one book can you find them all. The Encyclopedia of
Architectural and Engineering Feats presents over 200 achievements in
architecture and structural engineering in all the inhabited continents
from prehistory to the present. A structure is included because of the
importance of its technological advance, its refinement of existing
systems, or its social and economic significance.
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Structural Details in Concrete
language: English
format: pdf in .rar
size: 7,2 MB
pages: 187
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rasem badran
Publisher: Thames & Hudson (July 25, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0500342067
Hardcover: 256 pages
Size: 51 MB
A complete overview of the work of the most important architect in the Middle East today.
Rasem Badran’s influence is rapidly spreading throughout the developing
world. His work involves the full spectrum of the built environment,
from urban planning to individual residences. He concentrates on making
architecture that meets the social and cultural requirements of the
people who use it, as well as being place-specific in response to
environmental conditions. Born in Jerusalem in 1945, Badran was
educated in Ramallah and then in Germany, which had a profound impact
on his approach to design. His well-balanced education, beginning with
a traveling apprenticeship with his father and continuing through a
fertile and exciting time of experimental architecture in Europe, has
allowed him to weave a systematically rational, Western methodology
with the intuitive traditions inherent in his own cultural background.
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Description
A visual discovery of the architecture of the XXème century
With more than 3000 photographs, drawings and plans of the contemporary
modern architecture, this cédérom gives access an exceptional
iconography which recalls the history of the architecture of the XXème
century
It was carried out starting from the “Dictionary of the architecture of
the XXème century” published in version paper in 1996 by the Hazan
Editions and the French Institute of Architecture. It was updated and
enriched by multiple entries and additional images
Thanks to the various modes of alphabetical, geographical or textual
research, this program gives access to more than 2500 notes covering
all the fields of the architecture of the XXème century; they are
accessible by 7 different entries:
- 59 topics (Art déco, Skyscraper, Capacity and architecture…)
- 15 schools (Bauhaus, National School, of the Art schools of Paris…)
- 2125 architects (of Alvar Aalto in Peter Zunthor)
- 134 groups (of Adobe with ZGF group)
- 82 institutions (of AAM in Whitney Museum of American Art)
- 117 reviews and critical (of A+ with Zodchii)
- 20 houses of famous architects are studied thoroughly to emphasize
the creative process: drafts to the photographs of the project while
passing by the detailed plans.
DOMUS magazine [1999]
language: English
11 issues (+4 bonus numbers: Architecture, Comunication, Design, Art)
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Trewin Coppletone. Frank Lloyd Wright - Gramercy Books, 1999 | ISBN 0-517-16115-X | PDF | 87 pages | 56,4 MB
Frank Lloyd Wright (June 8, 1867—April 9, 1959) was one of the most
prominent and influential architects during the first half of the 20th
century. He developed a series of highly individual styles over his
extraordinarily long architectural career (spanning the years
1887-1959) and influenced the entire course of American architecture
and building. To this day, he remains probably America’s most famous
architect.
El Croquis 125 - Stéphane Beel 1992-2005
El Croquis 125 - Stéphane Beel 1992-2005
Spanish/English | PDF | 170 Pages | 16.1 MB
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Frank Lloyd Wright - A Visual Encyclopedia
Frank Lloyd Wright: A Visual Encyclopedia
More than 100 MB of building photos of Frank Lloyd Wright
A must-have for Wright fans and lovers of architecture and design. This
comprehensive guide to the life and times of the man widely considered
to be one of the most innovative and influential figures in modern
architecture provides an A to Z chronicle of Wright’s work, family,
friends, and the major events that shaped his career. Over 1,000
stunning color photographs include interior and exterior shots of his
most acclaimed architectural masterpieces.
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Transport Terminals and Modal Interchanges
By Christopher Blow
Publisher: Architectural Press
Number Of Pages: 192
Publication Date: 2005-03-09
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 075065693X
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780750656931
Binding: Paperback
This is the first book to review a trend in transport systems which
has only recently come of age: the multi-modal interchange. Separate
modes of transport are being linked through ‘joined-up thinking’, and
transport designers and authorities are only now able to exploit
interchange opportunities. This book presents examples of how these new
opportunities have been planned and designed, and outlines how transfer
and mobility can be improved in the future.
Blow takes the airport as the focal point of true multi-modal
passenger terminals and presents the development of these buildings as
representing a new experience in travel. The book shows that the
success of the experience of transferring from one mode of transport to
another depends on the many factors, including congestion in an already
overloaded system, and the way that designers and managers have
addressed contingency planning. International examples are drawn from
areas where mobility is most concentrated and the demands on design are
at their highest. The book also addresses important issues of
rebuilding and redevelopment, where once separate modes of transport
are being linked to each other, and where short-term inconveniences
rectify past wrongs in the long term. It is a compendium of
architectural and engineering achievement.
* First book of its kind gives you essential information on multi-modal terminals
* International relevance illustrated though case studies from the UK, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Far East
* Understand how ‘joined-up thinking’ is applied on a large scale
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History of Architectural Conservation (CONSERVATION AND MUSEOLOGY)
By Jukka Jokilehto
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Number Of Pages: 368
Publication Date: 2002-03-06
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0750655119
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780750655118
Binding: Paperback
A History of Architectural Conservation expands knowledge about the
conservation of ancient monuments, works of art and historic buildings.
It includes the origins of the interest in conservation within the
European context, and the development of the concepts from Antiquity
and the Renaissance to the present day. Jokilehto illustrates how this
development has influenced international collaboration in the
protection and conservation of cultural heritage, and how it has formed
the principal concepts and approach to conservation and restoration in
today’s multi-cultural society.
This book is based on archival research of original documents and
the study of key restoration examples in countries that have influenced
the international conservation movement. Accessible and of great
interest to students and the general public it includes conservation
trends in Europe, the USA, India, Iran and Japan.
* Uses world-wide examples to give a complete overview of the modern approach to conservation and restoration
* Provides a thorough explanation of the development of the concepts of conservation from traditional to modern society
* Learn from the knowledge of this experienced and well respected author
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Publisher: Architectural Press
Number Of Pages: 305
Publication Date: 2001-05-23
Sales Rank: 138506
ISBN / ASIN: 0750647647
EAN: 9780750647649
Binding: Paperback
Manufacturer: Architectural Press
Studio: Architectural Press
This fully revised edition of the pocket book includes everyday
information which the architect/designer normally has to find from a
wide variety of sources and which is not always easily to hand. The
book is of use to the student as well as the experienced practitioner.
There is no similar compendium currently available.
The book includes data about planning, structure, services,
building elements, materials and addresses, and is intended to be used
both at the drawing board and on site.
The selection of the material by the author is based on many years’
experience of architectural practice in both public and private offices.
Now fully updated to take into account the new 2002 editions to the Building Regulations documents H, J, L1 and L2.
Charlotte Baden-Powell was trained at the Architectural Association
in London and has practised as an architect for 38 years. She began by
working for British Rail and later for Sir Denys Lasdun. Since then she
has run her own practice in London and Bath, dealing with new works as
well as the restoration and extension of old buildings. She has written
and lectured about the design of kitchens and bathrooms and is the
author of Fireplace Design and Construction.
* Saves you time by gathering together essential, useful and practical information for both the student and practising architect
* Invaluable to students whose theoretical courses do not prepare them for the practicalities of professional practice
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Keeps you up to date by including 36 pages of new information looking
at a broad range of current issues from bicycle parking spaces to types
of paint
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Structure and Architecture, Second Edition
Structure and Architecture, Second Edition ‘Structure and Architecture’ is an essential textbook for students Angus MacDonald deals with structures holistically, relating Enables the reader to develop an understanding of how architectural structures function Summary: Excellent book Download Link:
By ANGUS J MACDONALD
Publisher: Architectural Press
Number Of Pages: 164
Publication Date: 2001-04-10
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0750647930
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780750647939
Binding: Paperback
and practitioners of architecture and structural engineering. MacDonald
explains the basic principles of structure and describes the ranges of
structure types in current use. Furthermore, the book links these
topics directly with the activity of architectural design and
criticism. An update of the first edition, ‘Structure and Architecture
2ed’ includes a revised opening chapter, and a new section that
discusses prominent buildings constructed since the last edition was
published in 1994.
detailed topics back to the whole structure and building. He aims to
answer the questions: What are architectural structures? How does one
define the difference between the structure of a building and all of
the other components and elements of which it consists? What are the
requirements of structures? What is involved in their design? An
understanding of the concepts involved in answering these questions and
an appreciation of how the structure of a building functions enhances
the ability of an individual to appreciate its architectural quality.
This book is unique in that it discusses the structural component of
architectural design in the context of visual and stylistic issues.
Allows students to acquire a vocabulary covering the entire range of structure types and their appropriate use
Generously
illustrated with many examples taken from contemporary buildings giving
tips on how to evaluate architectural structures
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Landscape Ecology Principles in Landscape Architecture and Land-Use Planning
By Wenche Dramstad, James D. Olson, Richard T.T. Forman
Publisher: Island Press
Number Of Pages: 80
Publication Date: 1996-09-01
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1559635142
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781559635141
Binding: Paperback
Landscape ecology has emerged in the past decade as an important and
useful tool for land-use planners and landscape architects. While
professionals and scholars have begun to incorporate aspects of this
new field into their work, there remains a need for a summary of key
principles and how they might be applied in design and planning.
This volume fills that need. It is a concise handbook that lists and
illustrates key principles in the field, presenting specific examples
of how the principles can be applied in a range of scales and diverse
types of landscapes around the world.
Chapters cover:
patches - size, number, and location
edges and boundaries
corridors and connectivity
mosaics
summaries of case studies from around the world
Summary: Good refresher or introduction
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Problem Seeking: An Architectural Programming Primer
By William M. Peña, Steven A. Parshall
Publisher: Wiley
Number Of Pages: 224
Publication Date: 2001-07-26
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0471126209
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780471126201
Binding: Paperback
Uniform Building Code 1997, Volume 1: Administrative, Fire- and Life-Safety, and Field Inspection Provision
By International Code Council
Publisher: International Conference of Building Official
Number Of Pages: 442
Publication Date: 1997-04
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 188459087X
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781884590870
Binding: Paperback
The book was purchased in CD rom form. There is
key word searches for specific items. Every builder needing a permit to
start constuction should know this book well. Another company that puts
out a similar book is called Boca. They supliment and overlap the UBC.
Both are handy, but very over priced.
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Uniform Building Code 1997 (Uniform Building Code Vol 3: Material, Testing and Installation Standards)
By International Code Council
Publisher: International Conference of Building Official
Number Of Pages: 836
Publication Date: 1997-05-01
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1884590918
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781884590917
Binding: Paperback
Uniform Building Code 1997: Structural Engineering Design Provisions (Uniform Building Code Vol 2: Structural Engineering Design Provisions)
by International Code Council
Uniform Building Code 1997: Structural
Engineering Design Provisions (Uniform Building Code Vol 2: Structural
Engineering Design Provisions)
By International Code Council
Publisher: International Conference of Building Officials
Number Of Pages: 492
Publication Date: 1997-04
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1884590896
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781884590894
Binding: Paperback
Summary: Excellent Resource Book
Rating: 5
For anybody in the construction, engineering, design, or code
enforcement/verification fields this book is a must. It is an excellent
reference & resource book with tons of valuable information.
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Publisher: Craftsman Book Company
Number Of Pages: 653
Publication Date: 2006-11-30
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1572181761
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781572181762
Binding: Paperback
54th Annual Edition - Current
building costs for residential, commercial, and industrial construction.
Estimated prices for every common building material. Provides manhours,
recommended crew, and gives the labor cost for installation. Includes a CD-ROM
with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone
Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia video that shows how
to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates. Revised annually.
Included with National Estimator
CD-ROM:
Job Cost Wizard - turns estimates
into invoices and exports both in QuickBooks Free Online Technical Support -
for the National Estimator Software Free Monthly National Estimator Updates -
Updates to the 2006 costbooks and zip code modification factors are updated monthly.
Monthly price updates on the Web are free and automatic all during 2006. You’ll
be prompted when it’s time to collect the next update. A connection to the Web
is required.
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The Phaidon Atlas of Contemporary World Architecture
The Phaidon Atlas of Contemporary World Architecture The Phaidon Atlas of Contemporary World Architecture–so massive size: 373.73MB Download link: Building Systems for Interior Designers by Corky Binggeti "Building Systems for Interior Designers" Topics covered include:
By Editors of Phaidon Press
Publisher: Phaidon Press
Number Of Pages: 824
Publication Date: 2004-05-11
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0714843121
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780714843124
Binding: Hardcover
that it comes in its own plastic carrying case–is one of the rare
publishing events that lives up to its hype. The book showcases 1,052
buildings completed since January 1998 with thousands of well-chosen
color photographs plans, elevations, and cross-sections. Major elements
of each project are described in elegantly succinct texts. Rather than
simply pay lip service to the concept of "world" architecture, this
book ranges throughout 75 countries on six continents. And although the
big names in the field are here–Rafael Moneo and Herzog & De
Meuron are each represented by nine projects; Tadeo Ando with eight,
Frank Gehry with six–the focus is on the ingenuity and diversity of
contemporary architecture, regardless of the fame of its creator. 
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Building Systems for Interior Designers is the first book to explain
technical building systems and engineering issues in a clear and
accessible way to interior designers. The technical knowledge and
vocabulary presented here allow interior designers to communicate more
effectively with architects, engineers, and contractors while
collaborating on projects, leading to more accurate solutions for
problems related to a broad range of other building considerations with
an impact on interior design. Information on sustainable design is
integrated throughout the book, making it a relevant tool for current
and emerging trends in building design…
Written in a straightforward, nontechnical style that maintains depth
and accuracy, this book is the first complete text applicable to
interior design courses and provides thorough preparation for the NCIDQ
exam. Engaging, clear illustrations support the text, which is
accessible to those without a math or physics background.
Heating and air conditioning systems
Environmental issues
Water and waste
Thermal comfort
HVAC systems
Electricity
Lighting
Security and communications systems
Fire safety
Transportation systems
With numerous case examples illustrating how interior designers apply
this material in the real world, Building Systems for Interior
Designers is a valuable book for students, as well as a practical
desktop reference for professionals.
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Designing with Structural Steel A Guide for Architects
Designing with Structural Steel A Guide for Architects
American Institute of Steel Construction, Inc. | 2nd edition, 2002 | ISBN 1564240525 | PDF | Pages: 374 | 2.5 MB
The purpose of this Guide is to provide architects with the tools
needed to feel more comfortable and confident working with structural
steel in building projects. With a greater understanding of the
characteristics and inherent benefits of structural steel, architects
will be prepared to better utilize steel as a framing material. Some of
the strengths structural steel offers in building design is high
resiliency and performance under harsh and difficult conditions, i.e.,
earthquakes and hurricanes. Steel offers the ability to span great
distances with slenderness and grace. Steel can be shaped to achieve
curved forms and goes up quickly to meet tough construction schedules
in almost any weather condition. Steel can be easily modified in the
future to satisfy changing requirements. And with virtually all
structural steel produced in the United States today made from recycled
cars and other steel products, steel offers environmental
sustainability for the future.
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Design of Masonry Structures
Design of Masonry Structures
Taylor & Francis | 272 pages | ISBN: 0419215603 | Jan. 1997 | PDF | 5Mb
Interest in stuctural masonary has increased significantly in recent
years. As a result more advanced codes of practice for the design of
buildings in brickwork have been introduced in many countries. Design
of Masonary Structures covers in particular the structure and content
of the British code BS 5628 and the Eurocode EC6. Although the book is
written with reference to the British and European codes, the
principles described have general application and exemplify structural
masonry design based on a limit state approach. The opening chapter
provides a sound understanding of materials properties and relevent
structural principles, the basis for successful use of any design code.
Next the author gives a detailed description of the British and
European codes.The design of elements under compression, shear and
lateral load is discussed, as are reinforced and prestressed members
and masonry walls acting compositely with reinforced concrete or steel
structures.
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Architectural Detailing: Function - Constructibility - Aesthetics
By Edward Allen, Patrick Rand,
Publisher: Wiley
Number Of Pages: 336
Publication Date: 2006-11-10
Sales Rank: 166948
ISBN / ASIN: 0471488178
EAN: 9780471488170
Binding: Paperback
Manufacturer: Wiley
Studio: Wiley
Average Rating: 4
This edition of the industry standard on architectural detailing
includes new sections covering analysis and modification of existing
details and design of new details, both basic and advanced. Revised to
address sustainability and to reflect the International Building Code®,
Architectural Detailing continues to deliver reliable, insightful
information on how to design details that will be water- and airtight,
control the flows of heat and water vapor, adjust to all kinds of
movement, age gracefully, be easy to construct, and still look good.
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Building Envelope and Interior Finishes Databook
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional A one-stop resource for residential or commercial construction Download links: F1 or
Number Of Pages: 752
Publication Date: 2000-10-16
Sales Rank: 785205
ISBN / ASIN: 0071360220
EAN: 9780071360227
Binding: Hardcover
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Professional
Studio: McGraw-Hill Professional
projects, Construction Building Envelope and Interior Finishes Databook
gives you instant access to hundreds of tables, specifications, charts,
diagrams, and illustrations covering materials and components most
frequently used on a typical job. In easy-to-understand language,
construction pro Sidney M. Levy covers: *Interior metal stud
specifications, design data and typical details…drywall
installation…and fire and sound ratings *Structural steel,
cast-in-place concrete and masonry structural systems, with details,
specifications, and illustrations of component parts *Masonry shapes,
patterns, installations tips and practices, with an illustrated guide
to reinforcing specifications and materials *Roofing types and
materials…flashing and waterproofing details *Finishes including
plastic laminates…resilient flooring… painting specifications…and
installation guidelines +more..
Multiunit Housing (Architectural Design)
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Number Of Pages: 239
Publication Date: 1997-01
Sales Rank: 3120442
ISBN / ASIN: 8492160640
EAN: 9788492160648
Binding: Hardcover
Manufacturer: Books Nippan
Studio: Books Nippan
Sustainable Building Design Book 2005
Architecture Sustainable Building Design The 2005 World Sustainable Building Conference in Tokyo, Student Download link:
PDF | 100 Pages | 8.95 MB | ISBN 0471486604 <—WRONG ISBN —There is none!
Publisher: Tokyo University Press 2005
Session 23-29 September 2005, Tokyo, Japan, with 95 project from all
the world - very interesting work.
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2006 International Building Code
International Code Council
"2006 International Building Code - Softcover Version: Softcover
Version (International Building Code)"
Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning | Pages: 666 | 2006-03-06 | ISBN: 1580012515 | PDF | 22 Mb
The 2006 International Building Code® addresses
the design and installation of building systems through requirements
that emphasize performance. Fully compatible with all the International
Codes, the 2006 edition provides up-to-date, comprehensive coverage
that establishes minimum regulations for building systems using
prescriptive and performance-related provisions. Content is founded on
broad-based principles that make possible the use of materials and
building designs. Structural as well as fire- and life-safety
provisions covering seismic, wind, accessibility, egress, occupancy,
roofs, and more are included.
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Time-Saver Standards for Interior Design and Space Planning
Time-Saver Standards for Interior Design and Space
By Joseph (Edt)/ Panero, Julius/ De Chiara
Publisher: McGraw-Hill 1/6/2001
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Publication Date: 2001
ISBN-10 / ASIN: B000MBW4RY
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Foundations of Interior Design - CD-Rom Version
Publisher: Fairchild Publications Review: A Must Have Book For Professional And Academic Sources , it gives Download links:
Number Of Pages: 498
Publication Date: 2005-12-30
Sales Rank: 307591
ISBN / ASIN: 1563672863
EAN: 9781563672866
Binding: Hardcover
Manufacturer: Fairchild Publications
Studio: Fairchild Publications
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Millau Bridge
It is the world’s tallest bridge, at 343 m tall at its highest pillar,
the Millau Viaduct in Southern France is almost a third taller than any
other bridge in the world. A freeway in the sky, the bridge crosses the
river Tarn in France and can save travelers almost an hour of travel
between France and the Mediterranean. It also removes the traffic
congestion once faced in the town of Millau. The episode documents the
difficulties that the crew had to faced, and the challenging processes
that were used in its construction. The documentary contains a few
words from the mayor of Millau, Jacques Godfrain, the bridge architect,
Norman Foster, and designer, Michel Virlogeux
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Dubai’s Palm Island
An enormous project is underway in the Arabian Gulf that will change
the face of the coastline. It is so vast that it can be seen from
space. Palm Jumeirah, one of the most audacious engineering projects
the world has ever seen, is an artificial island in the shape of a
massive palm tree. A breathtaking megastructure and an ambitious
engineering feat, Palm Jumeirah is part of an even bigger plan to
transform Dubai into one of the world’s premiere tourist destinations.
But with only a few years to create this paradise island, it’s a race
against time. Besides the construction of the island, there is also the
challenge of building a small city, including 4,500 luxury houses and
apartments, 29 hotels, miles of roads, and all the utilities required
by the thousands of people who will be living on and using this island
including water, electricity, gas and sewage. The project is due for
completion in 2008 - are they on course to meet their deadline? And
what other megastructures has the Sheikh planned for Dubai?
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Hoover Dam
Throughout human history, mankind has built monuments to its ingenuity
and skill. In Egypt it was the Pyramids. Rome, built the Colosseum. The
Greeks built the Acropolis. The great cathedrals of Europe raised the
skills of their builders to unequalled heights, creating awe inspiring
structures. In the Americas, the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde and the
high mountain city of Machu Pichu speak to the skill and ingenuity of
their builders. In the modern era, it’s buildings that reach near half
a mile into the sky, bridges that stretch enormous distances in a
single span, and machines that extend mankind’s reach far into space.
One monument that must surely be counted among the great achievements
of mankind is Hoover Dam.
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Kansai International Airport
Located 5 km off the coast of Osaka, Japan, is the Kansai International
Airport. The airport is built entirely on a man-made island, 4 km long
and 1 km wide. The only link between the island and Osaka is by the
world’s longest 2-tiered bridge. Although the airport is built to
withstand earthquakes and typhoons, the artificial island itself is
sinking faster than anticipated. The episode looks at the various
measures that are taken to keep the airport ‘afloat’, and the various
facilities and services available to keep the airport running.
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Tau Tona - City Of Gold
Located near Johannesburg, South Africa, the Tau Tona is a gold mine.
The Tau Tona is the main economic life blood of Johannesburg, supplying
half the world’s gold needs. It is the deepest and largest working mine
in the world. Its main shaft is 3.6 km deep and consists of 800 km of
tunneling. This episode gives viewers a tour of the dynamic systems
involved in maintaining a working environment deep in the earth. It
also provides a glimpse of what life as a mine worker is like in Tau
Tona. Risking heat exhaustion, and with 10 earthquakes a day, the
miners work through narrow tunnels to extract gold from a 25 cm thick
gold vein
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Impossible Bridges Greece - Rio-Antirio Bridge
The Rio-Antirio bridge is a cable-stayed bridge near Patra on the
Peloponnese, linking the towns of Rio and Antirrio on the western
mainland Greece, thus connecting with the rest of Europe.
The bridge dramatically improves access to and from the Peloponnese,
which could previously be reached only by ferry or via the isthmus of
Corinth at its extreme east end. It has a length of 2252 m (2882 m
including the access bridges); as it consists entirely of five
cable-stayed spans and four pylons, and it is one of the world’s
longest cable-stayed suspended decks. Its width is 28 meters — it has
two vehicle lanes per direction, an emergency lane and a pedestrian
walkway.
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Itaipu Dam
In the Paraná River of South America, lies the Itaipú Dam. Costing 20
billion dollars, the Itaipú Dam is the world’s largest and most
powerful hydroelectric power plant. It is a representation of the
efforts and accomplishment of two countries, Brazil and Paraguay. The
episode examines the efforts undertaken and the sacrifices made to
construct the dam, including how the largest diversion channel was
constructed to divert water from the world’s 7th largest river away
from the main construction site.
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Sears Tower
For 20 years, the Sears Tower held the record for the world’s tallest
building. Completed in 1973, the 110 stories high building is almost
half a kilometer tall. And it still holds the record for having the
world’s highest antenna. John Zils, structural engineer and designer of
this mega-structure shares some of the secrets about the tower. And get
a behind-the-scenes look at some of the various systems and controls
that are vital to the building, like security monitoring, the
elevators, and the water and power distribution to the various levels,
and even the machines that cleans the windows.
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Port Of Rotterdam
The Port of Rotterdam is a marine freeway and one of the busiest ports.
And on this particular day, the Harbour Control’s skills and machines
are put to the test when three most challenging ships in the world:
‘The Berge Star’, ‘The Savana Express’ and ‘The Mighty Servant III’,
respectively known as ‘The Mega Deep’, ‘The Mega Wide’ and ‘The Mega
Tall’ are received.
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Golden Gate Bridge
In 1906, an earthquake of magnitude 7.9 rocked San Francisco. An
earthquake of similar or greater proportions is expected to occur in
San Francisco again, and soon. The episode takes a look at the efforts
that are being made to retrofit and strengthen America’s most
recognized bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge, before the next big
earthquake happens. It also gives a brief history about the
construction of the suspension bridge, and the people who were involved
in its construction.
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Time-saver Standards For Urban Design
ISBN 0-07-068507-X
Copyright © 2003 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Size:77mb if unrared
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Architectural Design Portable Handbook
By Andy Pressman
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
Number Of Pages: 624
Publication Date: 2001-02-22
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0071352147
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780071352147
Binding: Paperback
Integrate key information to facilitate optimal design solutions
Essential for any working architect, Architectural Design Portable
Handbook guides you through projects every step of the way,
summarizing, synthesizing, and systematizing the core tasks of design.
Developed by noted architect Andy Pressman, this handy take-along
reference is certain to become an indispensable tool. You’ll find
value-added features such as quick tips and case studies, quotes from
leading architects, checklists, and a customizable layout that
encourages you to add your own helpful notes and reminders. And that’s
in addition to expert, time- and error-sparing information on:
* Design strategies
* Site analysis methods
* The use of CAD and other graphics
* Working with clients
* User-needs evaluation
* Data compilation
* Concept development
* Exploring design alternatives
* Computing and design
* Presentations
* More!
Essential for any working architect, Architectural Design Portable
Handbook guides you through projects every step of the way,
summarizing, synthesizing, and systematizing the core tasks of design.
Developed by noted architect Andy Pressman, this handy take-along
reference is certain to become an indispensable tool.
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Introduction to Architectural Science: The Basis of Sustainable Design
Contents:
PART 1 Heat: The Thermal Environment
PART 2 Light: The Luminous Environment
PART 3 Sound: The Sonic Environment
PART 4 Resources References
By Steven Szokolay
* Publisher: Architectural Press
* Number Of Pages: 320
* Publication Date: 2003-10
* ISBN / ASIN: 0750658495
* EAN: 9780750658492
Size:5.12 MB
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