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Fundamental Building Technology 2nd Edition ( January 2013)

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'The second edition of this excellent text builds on the detail of the original – each chapter contains clear and concise information on all parts of the construction process from site investigations to finishes using high quality diagrams to support the text. Each chapter also contains self-assessment questions which help the student gauge their understanding of the main concepts – I would recommend this book not only to academics but to new vocational practitioners as an essential read. Brilliant.'

Ian Butt, Programme Leader HNC/D Construction and the Built Environment, City of Bath College

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Building Surveys 8th Edition (February 2013)

2013-01-11T13:43:03Q

Building Surveys has been a trusted guide for both students and professionals for over 30 years, evolving throughout its eight editions to address the challenges and responsibilities of the building surveying role. It covers everything needed for initial inspections such as equipment, know-how and procedures to writing an accurate report, making it indispensable to those practicing in or studying this field.

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The Tall Buildings Reference Book (April 2013)

2013-01-11T13:27:13Q

The Tall Buildings Reference Book addresses all the issues of building tall, from the procurement stage through the design and construction process to new technologies and the building’s contribution to the urban habitat. A case study section highlights the latest, the most innovative, the greenest and the most inspirational tall buildings being constructed today.

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RIBA Publishing titles now available from Routledge

2013-01-09T14:56:50Q

We are delighted to announce that RIBA Publishing books are now available via Routledge, for customers outside of the UK and Ireland.

RIBA Enterprises remains the exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland.

RIBA Publishing is one of the leading providers of high quality information for architects, built environment professionals and students around the world and is therefore an ideal complement to our own Routledge Architecture, Construction, Planning and Landscape lists. For full details of this distribution deal click here

See below for some of the key, new and forthcoming titles from RIBA Publishing.

A Guide to the Use of Urban Timber (November 2012)

2012-11-23T12:26:17Q

An authoritative guide to using timber culled from the UK’s urban timber resource (street, park and urban woodland trees). This BRE Trust report provides guidance on the selection and identification of high value stems, processing, drying, transport, storage and the logistical problems associated with felled material. The report aims to promote the use of many common and exotic urban tree species for high-value solid wood products rather than processed for firewood, chipped to produce mulch or sent to landfill. To order your copy of the book click here

Low Flow Water Fittings: Will People Accept Them? ( November 2012)

2012-11-23T12:19:58Q

With the challenges of global warming, climate change and population growth, and increasing concern in the UK that the demand for wholesome water will soon begin to exceed supply, a study was conducted to survey the acceptability of introducing low flow water fittings to domestic buildings. The study included: an experiment to test public opinion about low flow water fittings, focus group, survey of manufacturers and installers, and a literature review of public attitudes and behaviour regarding water use. The results give an improved understanding of the barriers and enablers to water-efficient behaviour which is essential to the appropriate installation of low flow rate appliances and their acceptance by the public.

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2012-11-23T12:11:11Q

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15 Bestselling books from Routledge Building and Construction

2012-11-23T12:03:42Q

The top 15 best selling Building and Construction books published by Routledge. For more comprehensive list of what books are availble in this area see our catalogues

Construction Economics, 3rd Edition (December 2012)

2012-11-23T11:59:38Q

Construction Economics provides students with the principles and concepts underlying the relationship between economic theory and the construction industry. The New Approach adopts an argument that economics is central to government initiatives concerning sustainable construction. This edition has been revised to explain the effects of the current economic crisis on the construction industry. In addition, sections relating to less developed countries, the economics of sustainable development and theories relating to a firm's bid strategy have all been rewritten.

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Building Construction Handbook 9th Edition (October 2012)

2012-11-23T11:46:07Q

Building Construction Handbook is an authoritative reference for all construction students and professionals. It is full of detailed drawings that clearly illustrate the construction of building elements. The principles and processes of construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice and techniques, representing both traditional procedures and modern developments, are also included to provide the most comprehensive and easy to understand guide to building construction.

This new edition has been updated to reflect the 2011 changes to the building regulations, as well as new material on energy performance, and substantial revisions of the section on structures.

Building Construction Handbook is the essential, easy-to-use resource for undergraduate and vocational students on a wide range of courses including NVQ and BTEC National, through to Higher National Certificate and Diploma, to Foundation and three-year Degree level. It is also a useful practical reference for building designers, contractors and others engaged in the construction industry.

5 minutes with Eric Shapiro and David Mackmin (November 2012)

2012-11-21T14:37:38Q

Chartered surveyors, and authors of our new Property title, Modern Methods of Valuation (11th Edition), Eric Shapiro and David Mackmin, have taken 5 minutes out of their busy schedules to talk about the books success, challenges of their careers, and some advice for students currently studying real estate.

1. Why do you think the book has proved so successful and reached an 11th edition? What’s new in this edition?

Eric: The book takes the novice valuer into the world of property valuation in increasing depth so that by the end he/she understands the complexity of the subject and can undertake the task of valuing. It isn’t condescending and it allows both the beginner and the more experienced reader to develop their skills. This edition updates the knowledge base and renders the book suitable for today’s problems.

David: It is comprehensive and maintains a balance between theory and practical guidance; and is regularly updated to reflect changes in the law relating to Real Estate.

2. What other Routledge/EG Books title would you recommend to complement Modern Methods?

Eric: Valuation: Principles into Practice (6th Edition) edited by Richard Hayward

David: All, but especially Statutory Valuations (4th Edition) by Andrew Baum, Gary Sams, Jennifer Ellis, Claire Hampson and Douglas Stevens and The Income Approach to Property Valuation (6th Edition) By Andrew Baum, Nick Nunnington and David Mackmin.

3. What advice would you offer to students studying Real Estate?

Eric: Understand the theory before venturing on to tackle the practical. Understand the position which property has in the wider investment world.

David: This subject requires a combination of skills - some technical such as building, but also legal and economic. Appreciating how markets work is critical. Learning how all the subjects link to impact on the value of real estate is essential if sound professional advice is to be given.

4. What has been the greatest challenge you have come across in your career?

Eric: Keeping up with the changes in the law relating to property and also the changes in the economic scene both macro and micro, namely the shifting sands of the position of property in the wider context.

David: Recognising how economic forces such as those being experienced at the current time cause prices and values of real estate to rise and fall.

5. Which alternative career paths may you have chosen had you not gone down the route of chartered surveying?

Eric: I would have liked to be a barrister.

David: Possibly law.

6. Can you tell us one unknown or unusual fact about yourself?

Eric: I grew up in the East End of London in the 1950’s in a very poor household. However, I was determined to go to university at a time when most students of my background didn’t and was encouraged by my parents, whose motto was that whilst you may be poor you didn’t have to think poor.

David: Used to run Bingo sessions for our children’s Parent Teachers Association.

About the Authors

Eric Shapiro is Director of Valuations at Chesterton Humberts, Chartered Surveyors. He has over 45 years' experience in dealing with the management, valuation, sale and letting of residential and commercial property. He is also a co-author of Valuation: Principles into Practice.

David Mackmin BSc, MSc, FRICS is a chartered surveyor, Emeritus Professor of Real Estate at Sheffield Hallam University, and Visiting Professor in Valuation at the Technische Universität Wien. He is the author and co-author of a number of valuation books, including Valuation and Sale of Residential Property and, with Professor Andrew Baum and Nick Nunnington, The Income Approach to Property Valuation

Portfolio and Programme Management Demystified (November 2012)

2012-11-02T14:19:51Q

You’re now responsible for a programme, or you’ve got a portfolio to manage? Where do you start? Right here!

This overhauled second edition now combines portfolio management as a parallel theme with programme management, and it is brought in line with the current thinking of the Association for Project Management and the Project Management Institute. It is written for managers in both the public and private sectors. This new edition includes half a dozen short case studies (from Belgium’s Fortis Bank, a software company, local government, and central government), along with more on cross-functional management.

Building Services Engineering 6th Edition ( November 2012)

2012-10-12T13:46:41Q

…a well-structured, all-inclusive introduction of the essential materials for BSE study. On top of the classic competencies required of building services engineers (i.e. air conditioning, electrical installations, fire protection, and water services) the increasingly important contexts in which building services engineers have a vital role to play (i.e. climate change, energy economics and post occupancy), are also covered." - Dr. Joseph H.K. Lai, Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Best Tall Buildings 2012 (October 2012)

2012-10-12T11:35:21Q

Best Tall Buildings 2012 contains overviews of the nominees and winning projects from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat’s annual awards. The book provides vital statistics, images, plans and in depth accounts of the architectural design and sustainability features of the year’s best tall buildings. Additionally included is the official list of the World’s Tallest Buildings with the judging criteria from the foremost authority on tall buildings. Full colour illustrations and photographs throughout.

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Highlight for 2013 - Construction of Houses 5th edition (February 2013)

2012-10-12T10:51:21Q

The fifth edition of Construction of Houses is aimed specifically at those students and practitioners who require a broad understanding of building construction as part of a wider sphere of professional activity. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of modern construction and services.

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