Traditional Buildings

2009-09-18 Architecture

Author : Allen Noble
Release : 2009-09-18
Genre : Architecture
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Download or read book Traditional Buildings written by Allen Noble. This book was released on 2009-09-18. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on a lifelong professional and personal interest, "Traditional Buildings" presents a unique survey of vernacular architecture across the globe. The reader is taken on a fascinating tour of traditional building around the world, which includes the loess cave homes of central China, the stilt houses on the shores of Dahomey, the housebarns of Europe and North America, the wind towers of Iran, the Bohio houses of the Arawak Indians of the Caribbean, and much more. Professor's Noble's extensive travels have allowed him to examine many of the building at close quarters and the richly illustrated text includes photographs from his personal collection. With its comprehensive and detailed bibliography, the work will be welcomed by experts and non-specialists alike.

Survey and Repair of Traditional Buildings

2015-11-17 Architecture

Author : Richard Oxley
Release : 2015-11-17
Genre : Architecture
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Download or read book Survey and Repair of Traditional Buildings written by Richard Oxley. This book was released on 2015-11-17. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding the unique requirements of traditional buildings is crucial to providing appropriate guidance on their care and repair. This book will help practitioners identify the particular issues relating to older buildings and the problems they may encounter when surveying and repairing them. With the use of examples, the author provides invaluable information on how traditional buildings perform, emphasizing the need for a sensitive and sustainable approach which also takes account of the specific needs of the building. The book examines all aspects to be included in any assessment for survey and repair, and points out in detail the potential pitfalls. It also explores the controversial issues surrounding the treatment of damp and timber decay, advocating solutions that are appropriate to older buildings rather than using standard, often damaging, methods of treatment. The extensive case studies not only illustrate good conservation in practice but also how projects can go badly wrong, and how mistakes could have been avoided. This title explores the causes of movement and the actions required. It advises on alternatives to chemical treatment for damp and timber decay. It provides fully illustrated case studies with numerous photographs. It emphasizes a sustainable approach to conservation. It outlines the key legislation issues. It includes the Historic Buildings Prosecution Fines Database and other useful appendices.

Structural Appraisal of Traditional Buildings

2015-12-22 Architecture

Author : Patrick Robson
Release : 2015-12-22
Genre : Architecture
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Book Rating : 494/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Structural Appraisal of Traditional Buildings written by Patrick Robson. This book was released on 2015-12-22. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Structural appraisal is important to professionals concerned with the repair, maintenance or refurbishment of traditional buildings. It involves recognizing and establishing the cause of any structural damage and, if the damage is still active predicting its course. Such knowledge forms the basis for appropriate and efficient action. This book offers a comprehensive guide to the common causes of structural damage. It examines the techniques for collecting evidence including desk study, visual inspection, distortion survey, testing and ground investigation as well as offering advice on managing liability. Each appraisal is unique. A wide range of investigative techniques are described covering most of the circumstances that are likely to occur in practice. The second edition has been substantially re-written and includes more than 150 diagrams illustrating the main principles. There is additional material on; structural behaviour; initial appraisal; building types; use of iron in buildings; and the problems that occur with buildings built on clay.

Structural Repair of Traditional Buildings

2015-11-17 Architecture

Author : PEB Robson
Release : 2015-11-17
Genre : Architecture
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Download or read book Structural Repair of Traditional Buildings written by PEB Robson. This book was released on 2015-11-17. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will be of interest to everyone involved in the repair, maintenance and refurbishment of traditional buildings. Its purpose is to promote the successful structural repair of masonry, timber and unfired earth. The book begins by explaining how traditional structures work and how they are affected by the behaviour of the soil that supports them. It goes on to explain how the structural design of buildings has to cope with uncertainty. Techniques for doing so are well established for new buildings, but the viewpoint changes when existing buildings need to be repaired or refurbished. The most common sources of structural damage are listed. The more serious and progressive ones are described in detail, as an aid to diagnosis and prognosis. An understanding of prognosis enables repairers to decide whether urgent intervention is necessary or whether the problem can be allowed to run its course. A straightforward method is proposed for arriving at the most suitable remedy. Several typical repairs are illustrated. The book covers many allied topics, including the principles of conservation, health and safety and preventative maintenance. A chapter is devoted to the special needs of insured perils.

Traditional Buildings of India

1998 Architecture

Author : Ilay Cooper
Release : 1998
Genre : Architecture
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Book Rating : 612/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Traditional Buildings of India written by Ilay Cooper. This book was released on 1998. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the rural towns and villages of India and comments on the buildings constructed according to ancient and sometimes religious practice to suit local conditions

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