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glass
Glass Construction Manual (Construction Manuals (englisch))
by
Christian Schittich (Author)
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Gerald Staib (Author)
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Dieter Balkow (Author)
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Matthias Schuler (Author)
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Werner Sobek (Author)
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Birkhäuser Basel (Editor)
The distinguishing feature of the construction manuals from Edition Detail and the internationally renowned journal Detail is the exceptional quality of the information it imparts. These books have set new standards and become indispensable in the daily work of planning and building. They are now being published in English for the first time. This volume shows the wide range of possibilities for using glass in construction, beginning with a historical overview of glass in architecture. It goes on to explore the principles of construction, providing information on the physical properties of glass together with the practical aspects such as fixing systems. Also investigated are different types of glass, energy-saving aspects, norms and guidelines. The entire spectrum in contemporary glass building is documented with a large number of international examples.
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glass
Glass in Architecture
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Michael Wigginton (Author)
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Phaidon Press (Editor)
This is the first comprehensive overview of the art and science of glass in architecture, an essential manual for architects and constructors worldwide. From the cathedrals of medieval Europe to the Parisian grand projets, glass has made a special contribution to architectural design. The central section of the book presents twenty international case studies of contemporary glass architecture, showing its applications in a variety of situations. Michael Wiggington is Professor of Architecture at the University of Plymouth and an architect in private practice. He has been responsible for some of the pioneering glass buildings of the last decade.
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glass
Glass: Structure and Technology in Architecture (Art & Design)
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Stefan Behling (Author)
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Sophia Behling (Author)
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Stefan Behling (Editor)
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Sophia Behling (Editor)
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Prestel Publishing (Editor)
An up-to-date, practical aid for architects, engineers, clients, and anyone interested in the field of glass technology, this publication is essential as the paths of glass and architecture have never been as intertwined in the past as they are today. The dynamic fields of glass craft and industrial high-technology are generating new architectural constructions that require highly integrated solutions. Whether sustainable buildings or complex facade systems, the prerequisites for any such developments are high-performance materials.
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glass
See-Through Houses: Inspirational Homes and Features in Glass
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Catherine Slessor (Author)
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James Morris (Author)
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James Morris (Photographer)
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Ryland Peters & Small Ltd (Editor)
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metal
Aluminium Architecture: Construction and details
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Hugues Wilquin (Author)
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Birkhäuser Architecture (Editor)
Aluminium is an extremely versatile material, its light weight and its resistance to corrosion make it a particularly suitable material for some specific building requirements. Even in the post-war years, aluminium was already playing an innovative role as can be seen in the work of the French engineer, Jean Prouve. For today's sophisticated architecture, aluminium is highly rated with its clear aesthetical qualities and great strength.This book provides a systematic overview of the applications of aluminium as a building material, giving information on the properties of the metal and highlighting the latest technical advances. A selection of some 25 international projects document the application of aluminium in load-bearing structures, facades, roofs and windows. Amongst the projects included are Toyo Ito's Aluminium House in Tokyo, Renzo Piano's Mercedes Benz Design Centre in Stuttgart, SOM's Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, and Norman Fosters Greenwich Transport Interchange.
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plastic
Blow-Up: Inflatable Art, Architecture, and Design (Art & Design)
by
Sean Topham (Author)
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Prestel Publishing (Editor)
Ever since the first hot-air balloons sailed over the French countryside in the eighteenth century, both delighting and terrifying those watching below, the world has had ambivalent feelings towards air-filled forms. This first up-to-date history explores the fear and wonder evoked by inflatable technologies in all aspects of life: from children ?s toys to military craft and everything in between.
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stone
New Stone Architecture
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David Dernie (Author)
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McGraw-Hill Professional (Editor)
Here's the guide architects and building professionals need to meet the exploding demand for using stone in contemporary architecture and understand why stone is an attractive and practical option for new construction. Magnificently illustrated with 300 illustrations (200 in beautiful full-color), the author covers every type of structure, including:
* Residential
* Religious
* Civic
* Commercial Extensive case studies, primarily for structures built within the last decade, cover:
* Plans and elevations
* Creative ideas for using technological innovations to work with stone
* How to select and work with stone in conjunction with light conditions, water, and other materials
* The basics of cutting, surface treatment, and weathering
* How to incorporate stone into natural or urban landscapes With a vast array of stone from all over the world now readily available, there is no better guide to using it in today's structures than New Stone Architecture.
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wood
Wood Architecture
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Ruth Slavid (Author)
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Laurence King Publishing (Editor)
Timber is having a renaissance as an architectural material, as more architects come to understand its properties, and enjoy adding it to their repertoire of materials. With a growing crop of good new timber buildings, architects are coming to realise that this is no longer the sole preserve of the traditionalist, but a material that has an important role to play in the contemporary world. The book's introduction examines the ways in which a raw material of diminishing quality (but abundant quantity) can be 'stretched' to perform as it has never done before using new technology and careful detailing. The 40 case studies are devoted to some of the most interesting new wood projects from around the world. The projects are grouped in seven themed chapters. Featured architects from around the world include Steven Holl, Foster and Partners, Rural Studio, Renzo Piano and Shigeru Ban.
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concrete
Concrete Architecture: Design and Construction
by
Burkhard Fröhlich (Author)
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Burkhard Fröhlich (Editor)
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Birkhäuser Architecture (Editor)
Approximately half of the new buildings today are made from concrete - it can be shaped, it is long-lasting and it is economical. Yet to work successfully with the material concrete the architect requires great technical expertise, experience and a knowledge of highly developed techniques. In this book some 12 European projects are presented, illustrating the wide spectrum of applications for concrete in construction. The examples show that concrete is not just a functional material which depending on the composition and processing can fulfill the most diverse requirements, it can also be used to meet aesthetic demands. Amongst the buildings documented are the Art Museum Liechtenstein by Meinrad Morger + Heisi Degelo, the Museum PasquArt by Diener & Diener, the Museo de la Illustracion by Vasquez Consuegra, a residential area in Regensburg by Fink + Jocher. Full details, plans and colour illustrations are provided. The final part of the book includes detailed practical information on using and manufacturing concrete, new applications and the composition of the material. An index completes the volume. This book is the first in a new series which will look at various topics in the field of architectural engineering. Each volume is intended as a concise introduction to the subject, providing a low-price overview which will be of interest to a wider market in particular students.
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