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Timber Decay in Buildings
by Brian Ridout  Publisher Comments This is the first book to tackle all the issues relating to timber decay....
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Preservation of Modern Architecture
by Theodore Prudon Synopsis As todays valued examples of modern architecture age to the point that preservation is called for, the methods and technology used in such preservation must be carefully considered so that the design integrity of the building is maintained. Written by...
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Richer Heritage : Historic Preservation in the Twenty-first Century (03 Edition)
by Robert E. Stipe Publisher Comments Includes bibliographical references (p. [495]-536) and index....
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Reviving Old Houses: Over 500 Low-Cost Tips & Techniques
by Alan Dan Orme Publisher Comments Old houses have very special charms -- and very special problems. In Reviving Old Houses, Alan Dan Orme, lover of old homes and experienced home renovator, shares over five hundred concrete, practical ideas on repairing and caring for those hidden...
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Historic Preservation: An Introduction to Its History, Principles, and Practice
by Norman Tyler Synopsis "Historic Preservation is the only book that covers the gamut of preservation issues in layman's language: the philosophy and history of the movement, the role of government, the documentation and designation of historic properties, establishing a...
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For Historic Buildings #3: For Historic Buildings, Lighting
by Roger W Moss Synopsis How to Light a historic interior appropriately--or create a realistic period look--can be a perplexing problem. Few people want to return to the days when light came mainly from candles, kerosene, gas or available sunlight. But acceptable ways of re...
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Restoration: Discovering Britain's Hidden Architectural Treasures
by Philip Wilkinson Publisher Comments Accompanying a BBC2 series looking for the buildings most deserving of preservation and saving one for posterity, this volume paints a complete portrait of the United Kingdom's architectural heritage and offers an introduction to the buildings of England,...
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Giving Preservation a History
by Max Page Synopsis Throughout the country, historic preservation has become a veritable industry. In New York City alone, the preservation movement has acquired a great deal of power, saving numerous edifices from the wrecking ball. New York is not alone, across the...
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Audubon House: Building the Environmentally Responsible, Energy-Efficient Office (Wiley Series in Sustainable Design)
by National Audubon Soc Synopsis Audubon House is the inspiring story of how the Audubon/Croxton team converted a 19th-century architectural masterpiece into one of the most environmentally advanced buildings ever designed. Providing a model that can be followed by owners, developers...
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New Perspectives: Renovated Houses
by Arian Mostaedi Publisher Comments Want to give an older structure a fresh new look? Get great ideas from New Perspectives: Renovated Houses. Distinguished architect Arian Mostaedi has gathered the finest renovation projects from around the globe, and he presents them here with more than...
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For Historic Buildings #2: For Historic Buildings, Floor Coverings
by Hele Van Rosenstiel Synopsis Wood Planks and Oriental Rugs weren't the only floor coverings found in America's old houses. In fact, a rich array of floor treatments have been used--from brick, tile and linoleum to mats and floorcloths, from rag rugs to ingrain, embroidered and pile...
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Restoring Wooden Houses
by Nigel Hutchins Synopsis Packed with practical information, illustrations and photographs, this essential guide shows how to preserve and restore wooden homes. The author gives advice on everything from care and protection of wood, paint stripping, wet and dry rot, climinating...
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Architecture in Existing Fabric: Planning, Design, Building
by Johannes Cramer Publisher Comments Architectural work on existing structures has become enormously important in recent years. For the majority of architects, this is where future market opportunities will lie. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the field and is thus...
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Powers of Preservation New Life for Hi
by Arthur Cotton Moore Book News Annotation Moore, an internationally recognized architect, proposes a sophisticated and at times controversial retooling of historic preservation in order to reverse our current epidemic of urban decay and abandonment. He offers humorous inside accounts of the...
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The Secretary of the Interior's standards for the treatment of historic properties :with guidelines for preserving, rehabilitating, restoring & reconstructing historic buildings
by Kay D Weeks Publisher Comments Provides guidance to historic building owners and building managers, preservation consultants, architects, contractors, and project reviewers prior to treatment of historic buildings....
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Converted Churches
by Eva Marin Synopsis The re-use of buildings is not only natural and necessary, it's amazing. This book offers a selection of churches, convents and monasteries converted for new uses. Preserving their old structure and very special rooms, these buildings have become modern...
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Walls and Molding: How to Care for Old and Historic Wood and Plaster
by Natalie Shivers Synopsis How to Care for Old and Historic Wood and Plaster What are the best methods for removing stains from wood finishes? How can you determine the type of finish on your molding? How can you repair the cracks in your plaster cornice? You’ ve been told...
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Restoring Houses of Brick and Stone
by Nigel Hutchins Publisher Comments "Restoring Houses of Brick and Stone" is the definitive guide to all facets of the frustrating, expensive, and supremely satisfying business of restoring and rehabilitating old stone houses. Nigel Hutchins' deep appreciation of period homes and buildings...
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New Habitats in Converted Buildings (Architectural Design)
by Arian Mostaedi Synopsis New Habitats in Converted Buildings presents a wide variety of designs and an incredible range of vision exercised by a group of highly reputable architects, all of whom are completely up to date with the latest trends in renovating converted buildings...
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Historic Resource Facilities: 1997
by Aia Staff Publisher Comments From the renaissance of historic homes, libraries, and commercial spaces, to large, long-term, complex projects such as the renovation of the Michigan or Texas state capitols, this book presents the state of the architectural profession as it relates to...
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