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The Environmental Design Pocketbook 2nd ed places the information you need for sustainable, low energy building design at your fingertips. Packed with diagrams, tools and tips, it cuts through the complex mass of technical data and legislation that faces the designer, and distils all the key guidance into a single reference that is quick, easy to use and points to the facts, figures and performance data that are most important. This 2nd edition is now fully up-to-date with the latest Building Regulations Part L and F legislation (England and Wales), RIBA Plan of Work 2013, new information on the Green Deal and Zero Carbon and contains revised references and further reading sections throughout. Whether used in the classroom, office or on-site, the book guides the designer through the entire process; from the fundamentals to the building details. From future-proofing for a changing climate to rainwater harvesting, retrofit, and zero-carbon technologies - the Pocketbook has got it covered.

This practical guide explains how the RIBA Plan of Work 2013 can be applied for optimal results

A guide to understanding and using The CIC Scope of Services and includes numerous examples and illustration.

Comprises lists of tasks which are to be undertaken by the members of the project team. This title helps parties to draw up schedules of services for the appointment of consultants, specialists and contractors by allocating the tasks to whoever is to undertake them from these lists.

Includes 16 detachable postcards that celebrate the work of Le Corbusier, one of 20th century's most influential architects. This title features colour images of his distinctive art works and significant furniture designs with black and white photos of his most famous building designs such as the Maison Dom-Ino and the Notre Dame du Haut chapel.

Explores the various colours and surface consistencies of concrete. This book shows that the interpretation and end results of using tried and tested concrete mixes and commonly used forming materials still offer almost limitless design freedom and scope for expression.

Offers an illustrated analysis of the various specific sustainability challenges presented by different building types. This book examines the consequences of contemporary construction methods and the ways in which their environmental impacts can be improved. It is suitable for architects and other building construction professionals.

A form of agreement, which has been designed to be used between the architect and the client where the commission is for work to the client's home. This work provides guidance for both the architect and the client, defining the responsibilities of both parties and also serves as a formal agreement between the architect and the client.

The new edition of the best-selling Designing for Accessibility is a completely up-to-date and user-friendly good practice guide in the context of the Equality Act 2010. Aimed at all those seeking to fulfil their service provider duties under the Equality Act as well as architects, designers, facilities managers and a range of consumers.

The requirements of the Building Regulations Part L are difficult to assimilate and apply. This guide will explain the meaning and importance of each clause, and where cross-reference documents are not available in the Approved Documents, the guide aims to either fill in the gaps or provide alternative solutions.

Risk and Value Management, the fifth release in the Construction Companion series, offers an introductory toolbox of techniques for managing risk and value in construction projects for architects and other building professionals. Risk and Value Management, the fifth release in the Construction Companion series, offers an introductory toolbox of techniques for managing risk and value in construction projects for architects and other building professionals. Identifying and assigning risk to deliver good value has become an increasingly important objective as projects become more complex and non-traditional procurement routes proliferate. This book describes the social and psychological dimensions of risk and value through a series of fascinating examples, whilst also examining the dominant trend towards partnering and its specific impact upon the assignment of risk and, consequently, upon value.

Prepared by the RIBA, this straightforward guide is for clients wishing to build a sustainable building. It will help them to make the best use of available professional advice and knowledge and to communicate your vision to the design team. Along the way, it outlines why sustainability matters in building projects, how it can serve clients' wider objectives and, most importantly, their vital role in achieving it.

This essential guide is for all professional advisors and contractors who advise on or make a contract with a consumer.