(Paperback)

Oak-framed Buildings is a practical and inspiring guide to their design and construction, written by expert craftsman Rupert Newman.

(Paperback, 2)

An introductory text for tertiary students studying the measurement of building works.

(Paperback)

(Paperback, 2)

'Construction Contract Administration' 2nd edition focuses on two main construction contracts in Australia: ABIC MW - 2003 major works contract and AS4000 - 1997 General Conditions of Contract. Greg Goldfayl demystifies the jargon of contract forms, making the issues involved in contract administration accessible to readers without legal training.

(, 8th edition)

The author is known for his extremely clear, finely crafted text, and the book offers a wealth of excellent worked examples.

This text is designed to be useful, at all levels, to students and practitioners of architecture, construction studies, building services, surveying, and environmental science.

(Paperback, 2nd)

A consumer-oriented and compact handbook written in plain English for a general audience with an interest in protecting their home against termites (and other timber pests such as borers). The revision brings the book right up to date, discussing new termite detection techniques, as well as treatment options for termite infestations.

(Paperback)

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(Paperback)

The Coade stone factory in London was active between 1769 and 1840. Coade stone was fired clay made using a special formula, but it was marketed as 'artificial stone'. This book charts the history of Coade stone, the techniques of production, the sculptors who provided designs, and the architects who used it.

(Paperback, 4th edition)

(Paperback)

This book explains the reasons for building dry stone walls, the story of their development, technical details of their construction, regional styles and the state of the craft today.

(Paperback)

Some of the best-known names in North America's fire service today share their pranks and antics, as well their insight as to why humor in the firehouse--the healthy firehouse--is becoming lore instead of thriving as it once did.

(Paperback)

A comprehensive reference and sourcebook for anyone managing a heritage place. The authors provide a step-by-step guide to identifying a heritage place, assessing and documenting the site, implementing conservation practices, visitor management, and international and Australian legislation.

(Paperback)

(Hardback)

(Paperback)

Sticks (wattle) and clay or earth (daub) has been used to fill gaps in wooden framework buildings. This book explains the technique and mysteries surrounding this building method.

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

A bold new approach to heritage conservation that embraces change and accommodates decay

(Paperback)

Written by leading practitioners, Straw Bale Building Details is the must-have illustrated guide to design and construction details for site-built straw bale buildings. Essential for avoiding costly mistakes, increasing construction efficiency and durability, and achieving desired energy performance goals.

(Paperback)

Home heating that's safe, clean, efficient, and uses 70 to 90percent less fuel than a typical woodstove

(Hardback)

A complete step-by-step course in residential carpentry and construction. It features full-colour drawings of every step in the building process from laying a foundation through to installing the finishing touch on a newel post.

(Paperback)

(Hardback)

Provides a detailed record of types of rural buildings and advice for conversion, including retention of period features where appropriate.

(Paperback)

As the need to respond to climate change becomes a serious requirement for all building projects, so too does our understanding of how these bio-based and renewable materials can help to reduce carbon emissions.