Bright Communications, 2022. After 12 years of blogging about building science, Allison Bailes has put some of the most important knowledge about how houses work—or don’t—into a book titled: A House Needs to Breathe…Or Does It? This book lays out the basic science of buildings. When it comes to how..... More
ASCE, 2016. ASCE Standard 7 is now published and sold only as a two volume set. Volume 1 being the Provisions, supplement, and errata. Volume 2, the Commentary From the ASCE: Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures, ASCE/SEI 7-16, provides the most up-to-date and coordinated loading..... More
2022. You'll be surprised how easy it is to find what you are looking for using EasiTabs. Industry experts carefully identified the most referenced sections in the California Mechanical Code to create these tabs. Flip through the code and find frequently used sections fast! Contains full-page inserts tabs that have the key sections..... More
ICC, 2022. Available NOW! California Residential Code (CRC) contains building provisions that cover construction of one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses that are three stories or less.This is a fully integrated code based on the 2021 International Residential Code® (Chapters 2-10). California amendments provide consistency with model code format, state and..... More
Rizzoli, 10/01/2020. Biographical Note: Lauren Camilleri and Sophia Kaplan are the brainchildren behind the Sydney-based interior-design nursery Leaf Supply. They have professional backgrounds in interior architecture and advertising, respectively. Together, they have previously authored Leaf Supply and Indoor Jungle for Smith Street Books. Publisher Marketing: This is the definitive text for potting, maintaining, and loving your houseplants. Houseplants have the..... More
The California Existing Building Code, Title 24, Part 10. The California Building Standards Commission (CBSC): adopts certain provisions of the 2018 International Existing Building Code. This code covers repair, alterations, additions and change of occupancy for existing buildings and historical buildings, while achieving appropriate levels of safety. This is a...... More
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. More
ICC, 07/01/2019. Effective January 1, 2020. The California Administrative Code, Title 24 Part 1 provides information that relates to the implementation and enforcement of the standards found in the remaining portions of the code. Part 1 also describes the California Building Standards Commission's procedures for building standards approval and appeals..... More
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..... More
Taunton Press, 12/01/2018. Fifth Edition. From the Publisher; This enlarged, updated, and expanded FOURTH edition of the classic reference on home systems and materials includes the latest code information, new full-color drawings, and a completely new section on making your home green. The Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling is..... More
Harry N. Abrams. Cheng, Darryl (Photographer). For indoor gardeners everywhere, Darryl Cheng offers a new way to grow healthy house plants. He teaches the art of understanding a plant's needs and giving it a home with the right balance of light, water, and nutrients. After reading Cheng, the indoor gardener..... More
Wiley, 2015. From the Back Cover:Structures are an essential element of the building process, yet one of the most difficult concepts for architects to grasp. While structural engineers do the detailed consulting work for a project, architects should have enough knowledge of structural theory and analysis to design a building..... More
Princeton Architectural Press, September 2020. From the Publishers: Recent generations of farmers have reinvented the family farm and its traditions, embracing organic practices and sustainability and, along with them, a bold new use of modern architecture. The New Farm profiles sixteen contemporary farms around the globe, accompanied by plans and colorful images..... More
Island Press, 2019. Paperback. Foreword by Jan Gehl. Imagine waking up to the gentle noises of the city, and moving through your day with complete confidence that you will get where you need to go quickly and efficiently. Soft City is about ease and comfort, where density has a human dimension, adapting..... More
Taunton Press, 12/2020. Michael Casey. From the Publisher; Now in its ninth edition, this timely, invaluable reference guide gives users the information they need to avoid the most common electrical code violations, while emphasizing the central safety principles that underlie the 2020 National Electrical Code. This revised and expanded edition of Code Check Electrical has been completely updated to..... More
Taunton Press, 10/10/2018. Best of Fine Homebuilding: Completely Revised and Updated February 2018. From the Publisher;Foundation work is not the glamorous side of home building. It is hard, dirty work. But it's also the work upon which all other work rests, and so a good foundation is critical to every..... More
ESRI Press, 2021. AVAILABLE 4/15, ORDER NOW!Get an insider look at the US National Park Service to see how they use maps and geospatial technology to protect and manage America’s national parks. Go behind the scenes at the National Park Service to see how maps are used to manage and..... More
John Wiley & Sons, 02/01/2020. With dedicated web site. From the Publisher; The #1 visual guide to building construction principles, updated with the latest materials, methods, and systems For over four decades, Building Construction Illustrated has been the leading visual guide to the principles of building construction. Filled with..... More
Gestalten. Ladybugs, dogs, owls, otters: Charley Harper’s geometric illustrations are more than a source of delight. With a never-ending curiosity for the natural world, especially for wildlife and flora, Harper developed a unique style that influenced generations of artists and designers. Wild Life celebrates the centenary and legacy of Charley Harper..... More
Gestalten, 2020. From tiny spaces...to not so tiny...innovative gardens around the world. Publisher Marketing: Step into innovative little gardens of Eden created on small terraces and city rooftops, as well as out in the suburbs and countryside. As our lifestyles become more sustainable, so does the way we interact with..... More
Princeton Architectural Press, 12/07/2021. The story of modernist designers Russel and Mary Wright and their collaboration to transform their Hudson Valley estate, Dragon Rock at Manitoga, into an artistic haven.In the mid-century era of TV dinners and suburban conformity, Russel and Mary Wright were individualists. Their home Dragon Rock at..... More
Gestalten, 3/2020. From the Publisher: Reclaimed, reused and virtually indestructible: The gestalten bestseller Container Atlas comes in a long awaited updated edition. In recent years container architecture has become an essential part of our twenty-first-century surroundings, with it being used to create modular structures for pavilions, brand showrooms, retail premises..... More
International Association of Electrical Inspectors, 2020. Learn the most essential changes to the 2020 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC)®. Don't let a change in code catch you unaware! Written by our industry experts from the International Office of IAEI with input from our IAEI representatives who sit on the..... More
ICC, 9/15/2022. Available NOW! From the Publishers: If you are seeking a solid understanding of the latest updates to the California Residential Code, Significant Changes to the California Residential Code, 2022 Edition provides just that – all in a single, easy-to-use resource! The book focuses on provisions that have special significance, are utilized..... More
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