Oxford University Press, 09/87. So many people swear by this book, it almost has cult status. Amazingly satisfying solutions to design problems. In A Pattern Language Christopher Alexander and his group of coauthors; Sara Ishikawa, Murray Silverstein, Max Jacobson, Ingrid Fiksdahl-King and Shlomo Angel present a theory of architecture, building...
Princeton Architectural Press, 01/02. From the Publisher: In a time of unexampled prosperity, when architectural attention focuses on big, glossy urban projects, The Rural Studio provides an alternative of substance. In addition to being a social welfare venture, The Rural Studio-- "Taliesin South" as Mockbee calls it--is also an...
IAPMO, 07/15/2016. Effective January 1, 2017. Reprints and amends the 2015 UMC. Part 4. The California Mechanical Code contains mechanical building standards of state adopting agencies. Part 4 incorporates and reprints the Uniform Mechanical Code 2015. (2016 edition published by IAPMO) Complete list of the other Title 24 codes for 2016 available HERE. Don't forget: TABS for the CMC!
IAPMO, 2019. Part 4. The California Mechanical Code contains mechanical building standards of state adopting agencies. Part 4 incorporates and reprints the Uniform Mechanical Code 2018 with amendments and additions. (2019 edition published by IAPMO) Don't forget TABS for your codes.
IAPMO, 2019. Title 24 Part 5. The California Plumbing Code contains plumbing standards of state adopting agencies. Part 5 incorporates and reprints the Uniform Plumbing Code 2018. (This 2019 edition is published by IAPMO for the CBSC)Your purchase includes all amendments, revisions, and errata for the 3 year cycle.
ICC, 07/01/2013. Reprints, amends, and supplements the 2018 International Building Code (IBC) effective Jan 2020. The 2019 California Building Code (CBC) is a fully integrated code based on the 2018 International Building Code. (With Extensive amendments and additions) This code comes in a 2 volume set. Included is a free...
ICC, July 2019. Reprints, amends, and supplements the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC 2018) Effective January 1, 2020. This is a fully integrated code based on the Building Provisions of the 2018 International Residential Code® (Chapters 2-10).California amendments provide consistency with model code format, state and federal laws and regulations...
International Code Council, 05/15/2016. CalGreen became Effective January 1, 2017. The California Green Building Standards Code (CGBSC), also referred to as CALGreen, was the nation’s first mandatory green building code. Updated, It contains regulations for energy efficiency, water efficiency and conservation, material conservation and resource efficiency...
ICC, July 2019. The California Green Building Standards Code (CGBSC), also referred to as CALGreen, was the nation’s first mandatory green building code. *Updated, It contains regulations for energy efficiency, water efficiency and conservation, material conservation and resource efficiency, environmental quality, and more. *It contains mandatory provisions for the following types of.....
NFPA, 2019. From the NFPA:The 2019 California Electrical Code, California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 3 is based on the 2017 edition of NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code (NEC) -- the widely adopted Code containing regulations for electrical wiring, overcurrent protection, grounding, and installation. Updated every three years to...
Wiley, 05/2011. 5,000 terms defined, impressive illustrations! A Visual Dictionary of Architecture, Francis D.K. Ching, defines over 5,000 terms relating to architectural design, history, and technology. It is the only dictionary available that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed, hand rendered drawings, each executed in Mr. Ching's signature...
Oxford University Press. The inspiring theoretical base for the widely acclaimed Pattern Language. The inspiring theoretical base for the widely acclaimed Pattern Language. Beautifully written and illustrated. 552pp. hc.
Homeowners Education Association, 02/01/2014. From the Publisher; A practical guide for owners of new homes! The Home Book, a Complete Guide to Homeowner and Homebuilder Resposibilities is useful for builders and homeowners alike, aligning expectations with responsibility and practical care. Many years ago, governmental officials decided...
Tuttle, 02/93. Blueprints, joinery, diagrams, and photographs. An invitation to apply Japanese architectural achievements of form, system, and component directly to modern living and contemporary homes. Blueprints, joinery diagrams, and b&w photos throughout. 152pp. pb.
John Wiley & Sons, 02/01/2014. With dedicated web site. From the Publisher; The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with a 3D digital building model for interactive learning For over three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building...
WoodenBoat Books, 11/01/2004. From the Publisher: The almost forgotten craft of shifting large weights with brains instead of engines. Beginning with practical rules for moving like "Get the Ming vase out of the Room. All the way out," and "What goes up comes down heavier." This is a fascinating description...
ICC, 07/01/2017. An Interpretive Manual and Checklist. From the ICC: Understanding new accessibility requirements for public buildings, public accommodations, commercial facilities, and public housing in California is made easier with this newly updated bestseller. CalDAG is the only book available combining and cross-referencing the 2016 California Building Code (CBC) regulations...
Taunton Press, 09/05. From the Publisher: Looking for inspiration and direction in the design or remodel of your home? Clearly written and profusely illustrated, Patterns of Home brings you the timeless lessons of residential design. The 10 patterns described in the book -- among them, "capturing light" and "the flow...
Heyday, 09/17/2017. From the Publisher: Winner of the 2018 NCIBA Book of the Year Award (Regional Interest). This lavishly illustrated atlas takes readers off the beaten path and outside normal conceptions of California, revealing its myriad ecologies, topographies, and histories in exquisite maps and trail paintings. Based on decades...
Heyday, May 2019. Publisher Marketing: Obi Kaufmann, author of the best-selling California Field Atlas, turns his artful yet analytical attention to the Golden State's single most complex and controversial resource: water. In this new book, full-color maps unravel the braided knot of California's water infrastructure and ecosystems, exposing a history of.....
Builder's Book, Inc., 12/30/2013. An Ilustrated Guide to Title 24 2016 and the ADA Requirements for Accessible Design and Const, 2010 (Includes CD-ROM companion). Available Now... From the Publishers: The California Accessibility Reference Manual (CARM) is a quick and easy-to-understand reference guide that presents, delineates and illustrates the requirements of accessibility found...
Taunton Press, 06/15/2016. Meticulous drawings cover every detail of frame construction, from basement to roof. From the Publisher; The newly revised and updated edition of this classic reference volume reflects all the latest innovations in residential frame construction. Ideal for builders, architects, students or anyone interested in building their own...
Taunton Press, 01/02. From Booklist, Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved Architect Susanka has big ideas about small home design. Her 1998 bestseller, The Not So Big House, showcased examples of excellent designs in small houses. Her new book continues to promote well-designed, efficient, interesting modest-size homes. Reacting...
USG Corporation / Wiley, 08/01/2014. 7th Edition. From the Publisher: An invaluable reference of construction procedures for gypsum drywall, cement board, veneer plaster, and conventional plaster. An illustrated, comprehensive, and authoritative guide on all facets of gypsum construction. You'll find the newest product developments, installation methods, fire- and sound-rated construction...
