Timber Press, 5/1/2021. Atkinson, Caitlin (Photographer). From the Publisher:"From windswept deserts to misty seaside hills and verdant valleys, the natural landscapes of the American West offer an astounding variety of climates for gardens. Under Western Skies reveals thirty-six of the most innovative designs--all embracing and celebrating the very soul of..... More
Braun Publishing, 2018. Publisher Marketing:A key symbol of globalization, containers have connected the globe for many decades, 20 or 40 feet of pure steel reduced to the essentials. Now the networking is entering its second round: Architecturally redesigned containers are present in our direct living environments as an expression of..... More
Houghton Mifflin, 10/2020. ROMAN MARS is the creator and host of the podcast 99% Invisible , boasting over one million downloads per episode. He also founded Radiotopia, a leading collective of innovative independent podcasts. He lives in Berkeley, California. KURT KOHLSTEDT is the digital director and producer of 99% Invisible. Before joining the show..... More
Taunton Press, May 2019. 5th Edition 2019. The “bible” for home renovators for over 35 years, Renovation has now been completely revised and updated to reflect the new realities of planning carefully, spending wisely, maximizing space, and building durably.•Planning•Tools•Building Materials•Roofs•Doors & Windows•Exteriors•Structural Carpentry•Masonry•Electrical Wiring•Foundations•Kitchens & Baths•Plumbing•Finish Surfaces•Tiling•Energy Conservation•Painting•Finish Carpentry•Wallpapering•Flooring And moreAbout the..... More
ICC (International Code Council), 2020. 2020. Shipping Now! CalDAG is one of the only publications available that immediately places at your fingertips all of the applicable scoping and technical requirements for disabled access, including the specific exceptions and exclusions, that apply to a particular project. Author Michael P. Gibbens, who..... More
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4/1/2022. From the #1 San Francisco Chronicle best-selling author Obi Kaufmann comes a reverential ode to the Golden State’s world-famous coastline: The Coasts of California: A California Field Atlas The Coasts of California explores the rhythms of the tides, the lives of sea creatures, the shifting of rocks and sand..... More
Heyday Books, 2023. A magnificent illustrated journey into California's famed deserts and the astonishingly abundant life they contain. From Obi Kaufmann, author-illustrator of the best-selling California Field Atlas, comes a grand adventure through time, geography, and ecology in California's deserts. Of a piece with his richly illustrated books The Forests of California and The..... More
Storey Publishing. It's a whole new world of houseplants, so make yourself at home in it! If you love the idea of keeping houseplants, but struggle to care for them, you'll find solace and invaluable advice in this comprehensive guide from expert gardener Barbara Pleasant. Even experienced houseplant enthusiasts will..... More
Oro Editions, 2020. Gathering is focused on the non-residential works of BCJ From the Publisher: Good buildings require an understanding of the principles of structure, light, space, and material, but great buildings require an understanding of people. The most successful inspire through the interactions and connections made within them. Gathering..... More
SEAOC / ICC, 2020. 2018 IBC® SEAOC Structural/Seismic Design Manual, Volume 3: Examples for Concrete Buildings This series provides a step-by-step approach to applying the structural provisions of the 2018 International Building Code® and referenced standards. Volume 3 contains code application examples of concrete construction. Moment frames, braced frames, and..... More
Ten Speed Press, 09/21/2021. In an era of ambiguous, messy problems--as well as extraordinary opportunities for positive change--it's vital to have both an inquisitive mind and the ability to act with intention. Creative Acts for Curious People is filled with ways to build those skills with resilience, care, and confidence.At Stanford University's..... More
Island Press, 10/2019. "Better Buses, Better Cities is likely the best book ever written on improving bus service in the United States." — Randy Shaw, Beyond Chron"The ultimate roadmap for how to make the bus great again in your city." — Spacing"The definitive volume on how to make bus frequent, fast, reliable, welcoming, and..... More
Gestalten, 11/23/2021. As one of the most recognizable brands in the world, Marvel has spent the last 80-plus years inspiring generations of creatives through its approach to visual storytelling. Marvel's comic books, in particular, established a distinct graphic language that has found its way into mainstream culture, including 1960s Pop..... More
Thames & Hudson, 2020. From the Publisher: "In Japanese life and culture, there has never been a clear distinction between art, craft and design. Generations of artisans have for centuries forged and refined their crafts, which have become the envy of the modern world. Regions of Japan are renowned for..... More