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Now Available! The square-foot estimating guide created specifically for architects. The 2023 Architect's Square Foot Costbook puts right at your f...

Now Available! Printed book PLUS instant pdf eBook download Unlike other building cost estimating resources, the 2023 Interiors Square Foot Costboo...

Architects must be proficient in a variety of business practices to contribute to, manage, or launch a successful firm. They are responsible for th...

Since 1932, the twelfth edition of Architectural Graphic Standards have been referred to as the "architect's bible." From site excavation to struct...

Your one-stop guide for strategies on building proctions and occupancy. Compliance is necessary but doesn’t have to be difficult with the brand-ne...

Answers all your questions about preparing competitive landscape construction estimates, with up-to-date cost estimates. RS Means Landscape Estimat...

This is the perfect reference for architects and designers! Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders gives you the best introduction to b...

Written by a successful practitioner of both residential and commercial architecture, this hands-on resource enables you to transfer and expand you...

Technical Sketching and Drawing presents both the basic and advanced skills needed to visually communicate technical information with speed and acc...

Go green with BIM with this timely and up-close look at two of the fastest growing movements in the architecture, engineering and construction indu...

Significantly updated with revisions to nearly all 200-plus details, this Second Edition of Architect's Handbook of Construction Detailing provides...

Discover BIM: A better way to build better buildings Building Information Modeling (BIM) offers a novel approach to design, construction, and facil...

What’s the key to a successful building design? Wonder no more with Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructability, Aesthetics. This is a fant...

There are many books that go through the International Building Code in sequential order. Sometimes that is very helpful and exactly what you need,...

Kitchen and Bath Design: A Guide to Planning Basics is your all-in-one reference manual for kitchen and bathroom design or remodel.  In our day and...

Tired of looking at your old backyard?  Trying to add some more value to your property before you sell?  Landscaping Ideas That Work is the perfect...

Architectural Drafting and Design is a must-have for all CAD operators and architectural drafters at any skill level. This comprehensive text comes...

This book is designed to serve as an introduction for architects wanting to make intelligent decisions on how to pick glazing for their building de...

An all-in-one architectural practice toolkit! AIA Kemper Award winner James R. Franklin's Architect's Professional Practice Manual is a no-nonsense...

Contract negotiation is an essential function in the marketing process. Learn how to reach agreements and satisfy all parties involved. For archite...

The Architect’s Studio Companion: Rules of Thumb for Preliminary Design 6th Edition is the labor-saving design that helps architects, engineers and...

Architecture: Residential Drafting and Design, an ADDA-approved publication, provides comprehensive instruction for preparing architectural working...

Printreading for Heavy Commercial Construction covers information on construction materials and methods, building process participants, project del...

The definitive guide to land development--fully updated to cover the latest industry advances. This thoroughly revised resource lays out step-by-st...

The gold-standard design and documentation reference for students. Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition condenses key information from ...

The perfect manual for students learning about steel design as well as professionals who have been in the business for years. The new edition has b...

The Design of Buildings for Wind: A Guide for ASCE 7-10 Standard users and Designers of Special Structures, 2nd Edition is for identifying minimum ...

An indispensable tool for the beginning stages of designing and planning a building projectThis new edition of a classic, bestselling text provides...

With an incredible foreword by Melinda Gates, wife of billionaire Microsoft founder Bill Gates, Design for Good: A New Era of Architecture for Ever...

What once was the mindset of living in the city and being close to the action has shifted to more of a suburbia desire. As our cities fill up and s...

Carbon emissions from our business and office buildings are only getting worse each year. This essential guide will help you create ZNE (Zero Net E...

As time goes on what should we do with the architecture of the past?  This is a question that will continue to press society as we move into bigger...

This is a one-stop-shop to materials used in landscape design.  Materials and Their Applications in Landscape Design will help you map out and dete...

This is the perfect reference guide for interior designers and architects.  Choosing the perfect material for your project is the most important pa...

If you design buildings, or live in an area that is heavily affected by water and moisture, then this is the perfect guide to use on your next proj...

This guide is a great introduction to the world of Urban Design and everything associated with it.  From vocabulary terms to structures, tools and ...