The Access Manual: Auditing and Managing Inclusive Built Environments

The Access Manual:

 Auditing and Managing Inclusive Built Environments

Second Edition

 This manual covers the design, improvement, maintenance and management of accessible environments. As a building designer or manager, it will show you how to provide and run buildings, services, and employment facilities to enable independent and convenient use by everyone.

With its comprehensive information on standards, legislation and good practice, the manual will make sure you can:
 

• be fully aware of the issues involved in accessibility
• understand and commission access audits
• create and manage an access improvement programme
• maintain accessibility in buildings and working practices
• respond effectively to the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act.

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Managing quality in architecture

Managing quality in architecture :

A handbook for creators of the built environment

 PDF | 320 pages | 7.50 MB


This handbook addresses the question of how best to manage quality in architecture for the mutual benefit of design practices and their clients. Based on research from the last two decades, it explores the general principles, tools and techniques that can be adapted to the unique culture of any design practice.

The book addresses all aspects of quality in creating the built environment, with international contributions representing some of the best thinking that exists in design practice management. 

It is aimed at the entire design team - those who have a role in design inputs, design processes and design execution; including project managers, contractors, suppliers and clients. An accompanying website also provides commentary and updates on the text.

Topics are linked to relevant sections of the current quality standard, and the standard is interpreted as to its application to design practice. Practices interested in establishing an ISO 9001-compliant quality system will find all the tools they need.
The interpretation of quality is comprehensive.

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Construction Superintendent Operations Manual

Construction Superintendent 

Operations Manual

2008 | PDF | 475 pages | 17,3 mb

Turn to the updated Second Edition of Construction Superintendent's Operations Manual for step-by-step guidance on managing every aspect of complex construction jobs. From handling construction contracts to managing construction components and technology, this hands-on resource will help you ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.
 

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Managing quality in architecture

Managing quality in architecture : 

A handbook for creators of the built environment

PDF | 320 pages | 7.50 MB

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The Access Manual : Auditing and Managing Inclusive Built Environments

The Access Manual : 

Auditing and Managing Inclusive Built Environments

Second Edition

Ann Sawyer, Keith Bright

This manual covers the design, improvement, maintenance and management of accessible environments. As a building designer or manager, it will show you how to provide and run buildings, services, and employment facilities to enable independent and convenient use by everyone. 

With its comprehensive information on standards, legislation and good practice, the manual will make sure you can: 

• be fully aware of the issues involved in accessibility 
• understand and commission access audits 
• create and manage an access improvement programme 
• maintain accessibility in buildings and working practices 
• respond effectively to the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act. 

Inclusive design is about people and their needs; The Access Manual shows you how to achieve an accessible, inclusive built environment that enables people to participate fully in all aspects of society.

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Managing quality in architecture : A handbook for creators of the built environment

Managing quality in architecture : A handbook for creators of the built environment

Charles Nelson, Charles E. Nelson - 

2006-07-27 |  | PDF | 320 pages | 7.50 MB

This handbook addresses the question of how best to manage quality in architecture for the mutual benefit of design practices and their clients. Based on research from the last two decades, it explores the general principles, tools and techniques that can be adapted to the unique culture of any design practice.

The book addresses all aspects of quality in creating the built environment, with international contributions representing some of the best thinking that exists in design practice management. It is aimed at the entire design team - those who have a role in design inputs, design processes and design execution; including project managers, contractors, suppliers and clients. An accompanying website also provides commentary and updates on the text.

Topics are linked to relevant sections of the current quality standard, and the standard is interpreted as to its application to design practice. Practices interested in establishing an ISO 9001-compliant quality system will find all the tools they need.

The interpretation of quality is comprehensive. The focus is completely practical, rather than theoretical, affording readers a concise picture of how the issues of excellence and quality performance flow across every aspect of design practice. This focus provides the vital link that distinguishes truly successful practices from the rest, Here, simply, is the answer to the forces of commoditization that challenge all designers in today's competitive environment.

The text is augmented and supported by chapters from twenty-two authoritative contributors, a foreword authored by Eugene Hopkins, and illustrations by graphic artist Michael Lindell.

Key case studies are also provided focusing on:

Anderson-Brulé Architects, San José CA

Add, Inc., Cambridge MA

Geyer Pty Ltd, Melbourne, VIC Australia

Harley Ellis Devereaux, Southfield MI

RVK Architects, San Antonio, TX

* The only book for the design and construction industry that references the current (2000) version of the Quality Standard ISO 9001

* Over 20 expert contributions from around the world represent the best thinking in design practice management

* Accompanying website will enable readers to access nearly 1000 pages of related information; a virtual encyclopaedia on the topic

Download

Managing quality in architecture : A handbook for creators of the built environment

Managing quality in architecture : A handbook for creators of the built environment

Charles Nelson,

2006-07-27 | PDF | 320 pages | 7.50 MB

This handbook addresses the question of how best to manage quality in architecture for the mutual benefit of design practices and their clients. Based on research from the last two decades, it explores the general principles, tools and techniques that can be adapted to the unique culture of any design practice.
The book addresses all aspects of quality in creating the built environment, with international contributions representing some of the best thinking that exists in design practice management. It is aimed at the entire design team - those who have a role in design inputs, design processes and design execution; including project managers, contractors, suppliers and clients. An accompanying website also provides commentary and updates on the text.
Topics are linked to relevant sections of the current quality standard, and the standard is interpreted as to its application to design practice. Practices interested in establishing an ISO 9001-compliant quality system will find all the tools they need.
The interpretation of quality is comprehensive. The focus is completely practical, rather than theoretical, affording readers a concise picture of how the issues of excellence and quality performance flow across every aspect of design practice. This focus provides the vital link that distinguishes truly successful practices from the rest, Here, simply, is the answer to the forces of commoditization that challenge all designers in today's competitive environment.
The text is augmented and supported by chapters from twenty-two authoritative contributors, a foreword authored by Eugene Hopkins, and illustrations by graphic artist Michael Lindell.
Key case studies are also provided focusing on:
Anderson-Brulé Architects, San José CA
Add, Inc., Cambridge MA
Geyer Pty Ltd, Melbourne, VIC Australia
Harley Ellis Devereaux, Southfield MI
RVK Architects, San Antonio, TX
* The only book for the design and construction industry that references the current (2000) version of the Quality Standard ISO 9001
* Over 20 expert contributions from around the world represent the best thinking in design practice management
* Accompanying website will enable readers to access nearly 1000 pages of related information; a virtual encyclopaedia on the topic

Download