Nano Materials: in Architecture, Interior Architecture and Design

Sylvia Leydecker, "Nano Materials: in Architecture, Interior Architecture and Design"
Birkhäuser Basel | 2008 | ISBN: 3764379952 | 192 pages | PDF | 12,7 MB

Nanotechnology is widely regarded as one of the twenty-first century’s key technologies, and its economic importance is sharply on the rise. In architecture and the construction industry it has potentials that are
already usable today, especially the coating of surfaces to lend them functional characteristics such as increased tensile strength, self-cleaning capacity, fire resistance, and others. Additives based on nanomaterials make common materials lighter, more permeable, and more resistant to wear. Nanomaterials are not only extremely useful for roofs and facades; they also expand design possibilities for interior and exterior rooms and spaces. Nano–insulating materials open up new possibilities for ecologically oriented architects.

In this book, with a foreword by nobel prize winner Harold Kroto, architects, interior designers and designers will find an introduction to the scientific background specifically tailored to their needs, a critical discussion of the advantages and limits of the technology, and above all a comprehensive presentation of sixteen characteristics and functions of nanomaterials that are specially relevant for building and design, illustrated by numerous international project examples.

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Dictionary of Architecture and Building Construction

Nikolas Davies, Erkki Jokiniemi "Dictionary of Architecture and Building Construction"
Architectural Press | 2008-07-23 | ISBN: 0750685026 | 736 pages | PDF | 23,8 MB

With more than 20,000 words and terms individually defined, the Dictionary offers huge coverage for anyone studying or working in architecture, construction or any of the built environment fields.
The innovative and detailed cross-referencing system allows readers to track down elusive definitions from general subject headings. Starting from only the vaguest idea of the word required, a reader can quickly track down precisely the term they are looking for.
The book is illustrated with stunning drawings that provide a visual as well as a textual definition of both key concepts and subtle differences in meaning.
Davies and Jokiniemi's work sets a new standard for reference books for all those interested in the buildings that surround us.
* Comprehensive coverage of architecture and building terms
* Detailed and innovative cross-referencing system
* Beautifully illustrated with detailed technical drawings

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Architecture In Detail

Graham Bizley “Architecture In Detail"
Architectural Press | 2007-11-25 | ISBN: 0750685859 | 200 pages | PDF | 29,2 MB

This book is a collection of detailed studies of recent construction projects that will help all architects learn and expand the possibilities of their own work. Projects have been selected for their use of innovative techniques, and these insights could help overcome problems, reduce a project's cost, speed up work on site or help with an idea that is hard to achieve.
Each project within the book consists of striking detailed drawings, supplemented by color photographs and explanatory text. These details are an excellent way to see how others are using new materials and techniques that may be relevant to an architect's own work.
It can seem daunting for a student, or even a qualified architect, to see high-quality, interesting buildings when the project or daily workload is a lot more humdrum. This book demystifies construction and spreads knowledge of good practice.
The author is well known as he has a biweekly feature in Building Design, the UK's most read magazine by architects. The projects have been carefully selected from those published and have been adapted and expanded to create a really useful reference.
* 3-dimensional detail drawings demystify innovative construction projects and help to spread knowledge
* Detailed information of 40 innovative projects help architects overcome a multitude of problems they may be facing
* Color photographs and drawings provide inspiration

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Smart Materials in Architecture, Interior Architecture and Design

Smart Materials in Architecture, Interior Architecture and Design By YAxel Ritter
Publisher: Birkhäuser Basel | ISBN: 376437327X | 2006 | PDF | 191 pages | 19 Mb rared PDF

Smart materials are architectural innovations that merge research, development, and function. With their reversible characteristics and amazing ability to respond to stimuli such as light and temperature, they have become a popular resource for architects. One of the most fascinating developments is the advent of Phase Change Materials. These materials make it possible, for example, to develop self-acting, kinetic facades and wallpaper that changes its color and pattern based on temperature, light, or touch. Smart Materials presents the development of these materials and describes their use in the contexts of architecture, design, and art. It offers a systematic overview with a detailed discussion of properties, technologies, products, and projects.

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Interior Color by Design

Jonathan Poore "Interior Color by Design: A Design Tool for Architects, Interior Designers, and Homeowners"
Language: English | Rockport Publishers | ISBN: 1564960374 | September 1994 | PDF | 155 pages | 65 Mb

Aims to help designers and homeowners use colour effectively in architectural and interior design. A key concept is the interactive effects of adjacent colours and materials, both of which have a strong influence on the overall design.

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How to Start and Operate Your Own Design Firm, Second Edition: A Guide for Interior Designers and Architects

Albert W. Rubeling, "How to Start and Operate Your Own Design Firm, Second Edition: A Guide for Interior Designers and Architects"
Allworth Press | 2007 | ISBN: 1581154747 | 256 pages | PDF | 1,2 MB

For interior designers and architects who have always dreamed of having their own design firm…this book can make that dream a reality. How to Start and Operate Your Own Design Firm takes readers step-by-step through the process of establishing a business, from developing a business plan to running an office. This comprehensive guide is packed with nuts-and-bolts information on such topics as getting financing, setting fees, establishing a client base, advertising and marketing, dealing with insurance and banking, and getting accounting and legal assistance. There’s even valuable help with the psychological challenges of starting a business—fear, risk, guilt, success. Filled with real-life success stories, business checklists, and self-evaluation forms, this invaluable guide offers everything designers and architects need to make their dreams come true.

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Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors: Basic Skills

W. Otie Kilmer, Rosemary Kilmer, Kilmer, Stephen Hanessian “Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors: Basic Skills"
Wiley | 2001-02-15 | ISBN: 0471109533 | 256 pages | PDF | 23,4 MB

Get a realisitic guide to producing construction documents that clearly communicate the interior space of new construction, remodeling, or installation projects with Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors. This highly visual book:
includes such details as furniture, finishes, lighting, and others.
features authors drawings as well as those from practicing professionals.
covers drafting fundamentals and conventions; drawing types, plans, and schedules; and computer-aided design.
addresses graphic language as a communication tool.
details the process of creating construction documents, the use of computers, and various reproduction systems and standards.
includes examples of both residential and commercial interiors.
is an essential reference for NCIDQ examination.

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