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Conservation in Focus eBook Series

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  • Innovative Technology in Art Conservation

    Original Appearance and Viewer Perception

    by W. (Bill) Wei ...
    Series series Conservation in Focus
    Innovative Technology in Art Conservation provides one of the first ever critical assessments of innovation in conservation science and questions what role it should play in conservation and conservation ethics.Written in language understandable for the non-technical reader, the book begins with a brief history of so-called science-based conservation, which is based on chemistry, physics and ... Read more

    $33.99 USD

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    Integrating Form and Space Using the Language of Site Design

    A visually engaging introduction to landscape architectural designLandscape architectural design seeks to create environments that accommodate users' varying lifestyles and needs, incorporate cultural heritage, promote sustainability, and integrate functional requirements for optimal enjoyment. Foundations of Landscape Architecture introduces the foundational concepts needed to effectively ... Read more

    $54.00 USD

  • Full Spectrum

    How the Science of Color Made Us Modern

    by Adam Rogers ...
    "Informative and entertaining...Rogers is a seasoned raconteur, unreeling an eons-spanning tale with skill." — Wall Street JournalA lively account of our age-old quest for brighter colors, which changed the way we see the world, from the best-selling author of Proof: The Science of BoozeFrom kelly green to millennial pink, our world is graced with a richness of colors. But our human-made colors ... Read more

    $17.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Manual of Section

    Along with plan and elevation, section is one of the essential representational techniques of architectural design; among architects and educators, debates about a project's section are common and often intense. Until now, however, there has been no framework to describe or evaluate it. Manual of Section fills this void.Paul Lewis, Marc Tsurumaki, and David J. Lewis have developed seven categories ... Read more

    $19.99 USD

  • Furniture Design

    by Jim Postell ...
    The comprehensive guide to furniture design— expanded and updatedFurniture designers draw on a range of knowledge and disciplines to create their work. From history to theory to technology, Furniture Design offers a comprehensive survey of the essential craft- and practice-related aspects of furniture design.Generously illustrated with photographs and drawings—including a new color section—this ... Read more

    $81.00 USD

  • Matter: Material Processes in Architectural Production

    Beginning with material, this book revolves around physical material making and design decisions that emerge from material interaction.Combining essays from both practice and academia, this book presents some of the most significant projects and thoughts on materiality from the last decade. Beautifully illustrated with a great deal of technical information throughout, it shows work, technical ... Read more

    $79.99 USD

  • Exploring the Math and Art Connection

    Teaching and Learning Between the Lines

    Daniel Jarvis and Irene Naested highlight the natural association between math and art in a series of practical ideas for the classroom, because when students understand the math/art connection, their understanding and confidence increase in both subjects. Through innovative teaching strategies and more than 100 rich learning experiences, Jarvis and Naested give teachers a wealth of engaging tools ... Read more

    $24.99 USD

  • Creating Sensory Spaces

    The Architecture of the Invisible

    Creating Sensory Spaces celebrates spaces enlivened with sensual richness and provides you with the knowledge and tools necessary to create them. Drawing on numerous built case studies in ten countries and illustrated with over 85 full color images, the book presents a new framework for the design of sensory spaces including light, color, temperature, smell, sound, and touch. Bridging across ... Read more

    $68.99 USD

  • Structural Engineering for Architects

    A Handbook

    This book provides an understanding of the fundamental theories and practice behind the creation of architectural structures. It aids the development of an intuitive understanding of structural engineering, bringing together technical and design issues.The book is divided into four sections: 'Structures in nature' looks at structural principles found in natural objects. 'Theory' covers general ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Understanding Color

    An Introduction for Designers

    THE PERCEPTION, UNDERSTANDING, AND USES OF COLOR—EXPANDED AND REFRESHEDUnderstanding Color is an essential resource for those needing to become proficient in color for business applications. The peerless treatment of this critical subject is beautifully illustrated with real-world examples. Designers have turned to this guide for nearly a generation for its authoritative and accessible instruction ... Read more

    $62.00 USD

  • Time And Beauty: Why Time Flies And Beauty Never Dies

    by Adrian Bejan ...
    Time and beauty are two of our most visceral perceptions. Yet, their nature is seldom questioned. In this ground-breaking new work, Adrian Bejan — a true 'original' among physicists — explains, in a scholarly yet colorful style, the scientific basis for the perception of time and beauty.Organized into three main ideas, the book begins first with the perception of time. The author expounds on why ... Read more

    $20.99 USD

  • Color

    An Introduction to Practice and Principles

    The one-stop reference to the essentials of color science and technology—now fully updated and revisedThe fully updated Third Edition of Color: An Introduction to Practice and Principles continues to provide a truly comprehensive, non-mathematical introduction to color science, complete with historical, philosophical, and art-related topics.Geared to non-specialists and experts alike, Color ... Read more

    $103.00 USD