Deals with a range of techniques used in the urban design process. This book develops a logical framework for a process, which includes problem definition, survey, analysis, concept generation, evaluation and implementation. It is this framework which leads toward the development of an urban design method.

By examining the revitalization of a number of historic urban quarters, this book synthesizes urban design and urban regeneration. It focuses on areas with significant concentrations of historic buildings; with places and area-based approaches.

Provides insights into how we can protect our buildings, cities, infra-structures and lifestyles against risks associated with extreme weather and related social, economic and energy events. This work explores the growing urgency for mitigation and adaptation responses that deal with the resulting challenges.

Intended for use as a reference for landscape designers and as a time-saving tool, this title is useful for the design office. Each section begins with technical guidance notes on design and construction and then provides a list of points against which specifications can be checked. This is followed by a set of drawn-to-scale details sheets.

Buildings are the greatest energy wasters and for those of us concerned about the environment, and household bills, this book presents the key design changes that we can implement to our own homes to remedy energy loss. It covers a range of design changes. It is intended for architects, designers and homeowners.

Addresses the design needs of older people in the outdoor environment. This book provides the six design principles for streets for life and their many individual components. It features illustrations and maps. It is intended for professionals and researchers from a number of disciplines including urban designers, planners and gerontologists.

Intended for students and professionals of architecture, urban design and planning, this guide introduces the reader to the key aspects of housing design, and outlines the discussion about form and planning of urban housing. It features case studies that illustrate the best in high density, sustainable housing design.

Covering the topics of architecture, materials and technology, this work explores the interrelation between these three subjects. It shows the impact of technology and materials on architecture. It provides a survey of contemporary architecture, as affected by construction technology. It gives an insight into evolution of architectural structures.

Providing information on school architecture, this book views school building design as a particularly specialised field cover the educational theories, the subtle spatial and psychological requirements of growing children and practical issues related to these types of building. It also explores the functional requirements of individual spaces.

Presents the wealth of possible RF morphologies, and investigates the geometrical, structural and practical design issues of reciprocal frames. This book explores the impact of structural choices on the aesthetic impact of a building. It features illustrated case studies from across the globe.

Contains essays which outline a number of case studies from Europe, North America, Australia and Asia and provides first hand accounts of the experiences that planners, architects and politicians have had in reshaping cities. This book provides insights in the assessment of the challenges and constraints posed by changing patterns of urban growth.

Illustrates the connection between brain and hand in conceiving structural concepts and details as possible solutions to structures in architecture. This edition features 100 sketches, which illustrate alternative structural concepts, ideas and details developed by Tony Hunt for over one hundred projects throughout his professional life.

Presents everyday information for the architect/designer. This work focuses on kitchen design. It outlines information needed to design a workable kitchen, including ergonomics, services such as water and waste, appliances, and material choices for the floor, walls and ceiling. It is an easy to use reference for the drawing board, and on site.

Intended for architects, landscape architects, other professionals and students, this edition covers pergolas, arbours, arches, gazebos, summer houses, sheds, shelters, decks, footbridges, furniture and roofs. Each section begins with technical guidance notes on design and construction. This is followed by a set of drawn-to-scale detail sheets.

Sets out the activities and inter-relationships involving the client organization and multi-disciplinary design team. This book guides the client through the preliminary steps needed to start up work; seeking out and appraising a site, studying the feasibility of all ideas and proposals, and showing how to work with the architects and consultants.