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Fundamentals of Building Energy Dynamics assesses how and why buildingsuse energy, and how energy use and peak demand can be reduced. It provides a basisfor integrating energy efficiency and solar approaches in ways that will allowbuilding owners and designers to balance the need to minimize initial costs, operating costs, and life-cycle costs with need to maintain reliable buildingoperations and enhance environmental quality both inside and outside the building.Chapters trace the development of building

On Weathering illustrates the complex nature of the architectural projectby taking into account its temporality, linking technical problems of maintenanceand decay with a focused consideration of their philosophical and ethicalimplications.In a clear and direct account supplemented by many photographscommissioned for this book, Mostafavi and Leatherbarrow examine buildings and otherprojects from Alberti to Le Corbusier to show that the continual refinishing of thebuilding by natural forces adds to, rathe

You work indoors. You're not on your feet all day and you do no heavy lifting. You have escaped from the brutal nature of most human labor. And yet at the end of the day you feel exhausted. You have vague aches and pains that you are embarrassed to mention to your doctor. If you do, the doctor gives you some equally vague advice: take it easy; don't p

Refined simplicity, thoughtful attention to detail, and a clear architectural design -- these are the hallmarks of Mariette's style. Filled with breathtaking photography, "Rooms" is a guided tour of the designs that have made Mariette one of the most respected and sought-after tastemasters in the country. Peek behind the scenes as she divulges the secrets of the trade that will help you transform your o

In "The Paris Apartment," Claudia Strasser, the founder and owner of the shop, offers readers the quintessential guide to achieving this romantic Parisian look without

Rachel Ashwell uses her signature style to make any event a special occasion.

This beautiful, accessible book proves that entertaining need not be expensive. Making every day into an elegant extravaganza is a matter of inspiration and imagination, and shopping is a great way to get inspired. Travel with her to unique locations like a Chinese grocery store, local antique mall, a flower market, or a flea market to search for the perfect accents that will give your event unexpected charm without breakin

One of our most important requirements as humans is the dwelling. Designing a home is thus one of the most important challenges architecture has to deal with. On the one hand, architects must create homes that guarantee with the highest of quality the wellbeing and comfort of their inhabitants. On the other hand, architects must learn how to manage a client's limited budget by reducing costs without affecting the quality of the final result.

Affordable Home Design showcases a wide array of solutions t

An illustrated showcase of the latest innovations in bathroom design

From oversize stone bathtubs with cascading waterfall faucets to steam rooms and saunas with "smart toilets," "Luxury Bathrooms" presents the latest in bathroom design. Featuring detailed information for each of the designs, including easy-to-follow floor plans and specifics on the materials and brand names used, this book is a must-have for homeowners and architects alike, providing all the information needed to create a dream bat

This handsomely illustrated volume will inspire anyone longing for a quiet corner for contemplation. Part One explores how traditional rooms may be furnished, laid out, and decorated to optimize a peaceful ambience. Part Two provides advice on carving out quiet spots from "unseen" spaces like hallways or landings, or creating new ones through attic conversion. More radical options include building a getaway garden gazebo or a balcony with a view. Much has been written on how or where to relax, but this e

The book proposes straightforward, efficient and attractive solutions for kitchens in small spaces. One of the chapters could feature the manufacturers and even include kitchens not only from homes but also from caravans, sailboats, restaurants, mobile homes, home studios...a truly practical book offering solutions.

Now it's easy to create a perfect, stylish space for entertaining and relaxing. Playing House is the bible for the girl who knows she has an aspiring domestic goddess inside her but doesn't know how to make those impulses meet reality. Page after page of advice on cooking, decorating, cleaning, and entertaining will provide you with everything you need to turn your bachelorette pad into a welcoming, cozy haven, including a stress-free formula fo

Following up on the successful book "25 Houses under 2500 Square Feet," this title will continue to explore, though case studies, the joys of living in compact, well designed homes. The 25 houses presented in the book offer an extraordinary range of architectural solutions for designing functional yet exciting, dramatic living spaces within a small envelope. The houses will range in size from a few hundred square feet up to 1500 square feet of heated space. As with "25 Houses," projects will be located t

From the first cooking fires of antiquity to the modern kitchens of today, this communal space has served as a gathering place and a setting for conversation. Its warm, inviting atmosphere often makes it the heart of our domestic space. Kitchen styles have evolved over time and adapted to the needs of each period. Today, designers from around the world look to the American kitchen for inspiration, with its open-plan scheme and its integration into the living areas of traditional apartments, lofts, and s

Color is interior design's hardest-working tool.It's the one element that can alter our mood, influence the way we see space, camouflage imperfections, give us an instant taste of drama or serenity. Paint is the easiest, most effective, and most inexpensive way of achieving those effects -- the quickest, most powerful way to transform any room.

But sifting through hundreds or thousands of color chips in the paint store can be daunting. You can start with your favorite colors, or copy a scheme you saw

One of the pioneers of incorporating the green movement into home design, David Pearson now offers a complete guide for creating an eco-home. Informative, clear, and with factual advice, tips, and beautiful color photos, Designing Your Natural Home takes readers through each step of the process, from defining the scope of the project to choosing materials and building methods to decorating the new abode.

Along with practical, how-to information, photo essays present inspiring and stylish examples of

Take the guesswork out of choosing colors for your home

When it comes to choosing colors, most people make selections by trial and error. Now, you can take the anxiety out of home color design with this accessible and easy-to-use guide with more than 65,000 color combinations at your fingertips.

Color Your Home features:

A mix-and-match format -- showing the ceiling, walls, furniture, and floor for 16 sample rooms -- that allows you to see which color combinations will work for you

Three bas

Kit homes have been around for nearly a century, but they've gained popularity in recent years thanks to fresh new designs and consumers looking for more affordable housing options in an expensive real estate market. A kit home -- even more do-it-yourself friendly than the average prefab home -- arrives mostly preassembled and requires less time and labor to put into place.

Kit Homes Modern explains everything homeowners need to know about this low cost/high design alternative, offering a comprehens

Lifestyles today are often defined by hectic schedules, and more and more people want a special room in their own home where they can relax and enjoy their leisure time. And with the sophisticated technology and wide range of products -- inlcuding plasma TVs, home theater, game stations, and surround sound -- now available to the general public, any room can be transformed into an incredibly fun and engaging space.

Rooms for Fun contains everything consumers need to know to renovate or convert unuse

Following the successful "25 Houses Under 2500 Square Feet" and "25 Houses Under 1500 Square Feet," this book continues to explore the joys of living in compact, well-designed spaces. The twenty-five homes presented here, all recently constructed, offer an extraordinary range of architectural solutions for designing functional yet interesting, dramatic living spaces, ranging from a few hundred to 3,000 square feet.

Each of the projects illustrates an innovative use of materials and careful attention

New Apartments presents an exclusive collection of stunning apartments that form part of mulit-residential buildings designed by some of the most respected contemporary architects in the world.

Each project in New Apartments is illustrated with full color photographs and includes complete floor plans. The exterior of each building is pictured, along with the lobby and entryway, as well as the private interior units that make up the housing scheme. The renowned architectural firms whose work is featu

Design solutions that show how to get the best out of small loft living.

Small Lofts presents more than twenty-five residences, ranging in size from 175 to 2,000 square feet. Each converted space demonstrates how creativity and imagination can transform factories, attics, and dance halls into functional and beautiful lofts.

The homes in Small Lofts -- all presented in stunning full-color photographs -- cover four continents and are located in both urban and rural areas, showcasing the diversity and

Most homeowners would like to turn their small space into a home that looks and feels bigger, and Small Spaces: Good Ideas will help them do just that. The perfect "idea" book, it's full of photographs and organized by the key element rfor the best use of space -- furniture, decor, lighting, and more.

The wide range of examples in Small Spaces: Good Ideas makes it a helpful companion for homeowners looking to maximize living spaces between 110 and 910 square feet. This practical reference not only s

"Cool Homes in Hot Places" showcases real homes from the hottest territories around the world. Featuring a wide variety of environments and styles--from wilderness to hillside, from waterside to woodside, and from cultivated to streetside--this book shows how careful decisions around layout, materials, color, and furniture can create elegant yet functional and comfortable spaces in even the world's hottest climates. By designing each home holistically and taking into consideration all of the factors tha

"Infinity Pools" is a lavish array of the world's most beautiful private pools. With edges that seem to blend into a neighboring body of water, infinity pools recreate the sensation of an open body of water. The combination of their extraordinary location and impressive design achieves a boundless effect and seamless union between architecture and landscape. This lush, beautifully illustrated book explores this growing architectural trend, highlighting some of today's most evocative designs. As it captu

Learn how to soothe sunburns, dry-clean your dog, and perform other household miracles with baking soda

Want to relieve your stuffy nose? Make your musty old books smell better? Kill roaches without pesticide? You can do it all with baking soda, and this updated edition of "Baking Soda Bonanza" shows you how Cheap, ecologically sound, and more effective than most household cleaners, baking soda can be used to fix all sorts of household problems, from baking the perfect muffins to soothing bee sting