Becoming an Architect : A Guide to Careers in Design

Becoming an Architect : A Guide to Careers in Design

Lee W. Waldrep

 What do architects do? What are the educational requirements for architects? What does an architectural internship involve? How does one become a licensed architect? What is the future of the architectural profession?

If you're considering a career in architecture, start with this highly visual guide to preparing for and succeeding in the profession. Through fascinating interviews with working professionals in the field, Becoming An Architect, Second Edition gives you an inside view of what it takes to be an architect, including an overview of the profession, educational requirements, design specialties from which to choose, the job search, registration requirements, and the many directions in which a career in architecture can go.

Expanded and revised to include the most current issues that are impacting architects' work, such as BIM and integrated practice, this essential guide will prepare you for successfully entering this competitive yet rewarding profession.

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25 Tropical Houses in Indonesia

25 Tropical Houses in Indonesia

 Amir Sidharta

25 Tropical Houses in Indonesia offers a selection of the best contemporary architecture in the archipelago, ranging from a new type of urban shop house to dramatic and flamboyant buildings emerging from the countryside. Drawing on classical Indonesian aesthetics and conventions and blending these with dynamic, cutting-edge design ideas, modern architecture in Indonesia has become dramatically aligned with international concepts of space, incorporating stunning local elements and materials.

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Building Construction Handbook, 8th Edition

Building Construction Handbook, 8th Edition

 Roy Chudley, Roger Greeno

Building Construction Handbook contains everything you need to know about the construction process. Up-to-date examples of everyday practices and processes, accompanied by detailed drawings to illustrate the construction building elements, make this text a core reference for both students and professionals.

The eigth edition has been fully revised and updated with additional examples of building practice. New material on the following areas is included: energy conservation, sustainable construction, environmental and green building issues and fire protection to elements of construction.

Building Construction Handbook is an essential, easy-to-use resource for undergraduate and vocational students on a wide range of courses including NVQ and BTEC National, through Higher National Certificate and Diploma, to Foundation and three-year degree level. It is also a handy reference for building designers, contractors and others working in the construction industry.

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Design of Reinforced Concrete Structure - Volume 3

Design of Reinforced Concrete Structure - Volume 3

DR. Mashhour A. Ghoneim

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Design of Reinforced Concrete Structure - Volume 2

Design of Reinforced Concrete Structure - Volume 2

 DR. Mashhour A. Ghoneim

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Design of Reinforced Concrete Structure - Volume 1

Design of Reinforced Concrete Structure - Volume 1

DR. Mashhour A. Ghoneim

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The SketchUp Workflow for Architecture

The SketchUp Workflow for Architecture : 

Modeling Buildings, Visualizing Design, and Creating Construction Documents 

with SketchUp Pro and LayOut.
Michael Brightman

If you want to go beyond the basics and start using SketchUp 3D modeling software in all phases of your design, The SketchUp Workflow for Architecture is the perfect place to start. From preliminary schematics to construction documentation and everything in between, the book sketches out a workflow that is flexible enough to use from start to finish. You'll discover helpful techniques, smart tips, and best practices that will make your design process easier, as well as helping you easily export your models into BIM programs.

The book includes in-depth coverage of the lightly-documented LayOut toolset and video tutorials on more advanced methods.

• Goes beyond the basics into intermediate and advanced techniques for architects, designers, and engineers who want to use SketchUp in all stages of design
• Guides you from basic schematics through design development to construction documentation
• Includes best practices for organizing projects and workflows and helpful tips
• Provides special coverage of the LayOut toolset, an often-underused component of SketchUp Pro

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New Japan Architecture Recent Works by the World's Leading Architects

New Japan Architecture :

Recent Works by the World's Leading Architects

by Geeta Mehta, Deanna MacDonald

The global changes taking place in the architectural world are crystallizing right now in Japan, with the past five years being considered one of the most innovative periods in current Japanese design history. Observed by architects and designers from around the world, these changes are illustrated and articulated in New Japan Architecture.

By documenting 48 important projects by 42 established and avant-garde architects, this book takes the reader through a journey of current trends in contemporary Japanese architecture and predicts future directions. While some buildings strive for the ultimate Zen white cube, others exemplify the search for the 'Wow' factor. Cutting edge modernity in some buildings is countered by a concern for sustainability in others. The selection of buildings in New Japan Architecture includes projects that are big and small, private and public, residential and commercial. The informative writings complement beautiful photographs that highlight the remarkable aspects of each building. A must-have book for those interested in architecture and Japan.

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