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Building Construction IllustratedBuilding Construction Illustrated by Francis D. K. Ching
Buy used from: $3.98
This book is very clear and has many nice line drawings. A bestseller in construction industry.
Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2006 International Building CodeBuilding Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2006 International Building Code by Francis D. Ching
Buy used from: $20.98
A great book that makes the codes easy to understand.
Architectural GraphicsArchitectural Graphics by Francis D. K. Ching
Buy new: $29.70 / Used from: $10.93
Nice line drawings.
Architectural Graphic Standards, 11th EditionArchitectural Graphic Standards, 11th Edition by The American Institute of Architects
Buy new: $174.74 / Used from: $168.76
This is the industry drafting standard for architects.
Planting Design IllustratedPlanting Design Illustrated by Gang Chen
Buy new: $32.35 / Used from: $21.40
An excellent book on planting design. It is also a great book for design in general.
History of Urban Form: Before the Industrial RevolutionHistory of Urban Form: Before the Industrial Revolution by A.E.J. Morris
Buy new: $69.09 / Used from: $50.50
A great book on urban planning and design.
The Landscape of Man: Shaping the Environment from Prehistory to the Present DayThe Landscape of Man: Shaping the Environment from Prehistory to the Present Day by Geoffrey Alan Jellicoe
Buy new: $23.07 / Used from: $7.85
A good book with wonderful photos on gardens and planting design in various cultures.
Landscape GraphicsLandscape Graphics by Grant Reid
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $12.00
A good graphic book
EntourageEntourage by Ernest Burden
Buy new: $37.77 / Used from: $26.38
A good book for drawing people, trees, cars, etc.
The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice, Student Edition (Architecture Student's Handbook of Professional Practice)The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice, Student Edition (Architecture Student's Handbook of Professional Practice) by The American Institute of Architects
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A good book for architectural practice.
Site Design and Construction DetailingSite Design and Construction Detailing by Theodore D. Walker
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A good site detailing book
Time-Saver Standards for Landscape ArchitectureTime-Saver Standards for Landscape Architecture by Charles Harris
Buy new: $106.30 / Used from: $106.29
A comprehensive book.
100 More of the World's Best Houses (100 World's Best Houses, Vol. 3) (Architecture)100 More of the World's Best Houses (100 World's Best Houses, Vol. 3) (Architecture) by Robyn Beaver
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Interesting.
Architect? A Candid Guide to the ProfessionArchitect? A Candid Guide to the Profession by Roger K. Lewis
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A good book.
Becoming an Architect: A Guide to Careers in DesignBecoming an Architect: A Guide to Careers in Design by Lee W. Waldrep
Buy new: $23.10 / Used from: $14.68
Color Drawing: Design Drawing Skills and Techniques for Architects, Landscape Architects, and Interior DesignersColor Drawing: Design Drawing Skills and Techniques for Architects, Landscape Architects, and Interior Designers by Michael E. Doyle
Buy new: $44.07 / Used from: $33.28
Designing Public Consensus: The Civic Theater of Community Participation for Architects, Landscape Architects, Planners, and Urban DesignersDesigning Public Consensus: The Civic Theater of Community Participation for Architects, Landscape Architects, Planners, and Urban Designers by Barbara Faga
Buy new: $64.87 / Used from: $19.94
A Visual Dictionary of ArchitectureA Visual Dictionary of Architecture by Francis D. Ching
Buy new: $32.97 / Used from: $20.00
Architecture Explained (Annotated Guides)Architecture Explained (Annotated Guides) by Neil Stevenson
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The Architecture of HappinessThe Architecture of Happiness by Alain De Botton
Buy new: $17.79 / Used from: $3.50
Mastering AutoCAD 2007 and AutoCAD LT 2007Mastering AutoCAD 2007 and AutoCAD LT 2007 by George Omura
Buy new: $36.49 / Used from: $3.70
Using LANDCADDUsing LANDCADD by Kent A. Gordon
Buy new: $164.95 / Used from: $0.32
Design and Construction of Wood Framed BuildingsDesign and Construction of Wood Framed Buildings by Morton Newman
Buy new: $53.31 / Used from: $21.78
Steel Construction ManualSteel Construction Manual by Helmut C. Schulitz
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Architecture Exam Review, Solved Problems: Multiple-Choice DivisionsArchitecture Exam Review, Solved Problems: Multiple-Choice Divisions by David Kent Ballast FAIA NCIDQ-Cert. #9425
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Architecture Exam Review: Structural Topics, Sixth Edition (Architecture Exam Review)Architecture Exam Review: Structural Topics, Sixth Edition (Architecture Exam Review) by Steven E. O'Hara PE
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Urban and Regional PlanningUrban and Regional Planning by Peter Hall
Buy new: $176.00 / Used from: $80.00
Urban Planning Today: A Harvard Design Magazine ReaderUrban Planning Today: A Harvard Design Magazine Reader by William S. Saunders
Buy new: $13.69 / Used from: $10.00
Planning and Urban Design Standards (Ramsey/Sleeper Architectural Graphic Standards Series)Planning and Urban Design Standards (Ramsey/Sleeper Architectural Graphic Standards Series) by American Planning Association
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Commercial Metal Stud FramingCommercial Metal Stud Framing by Ray Clark
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AISC Manual of Steel Construction: Allowable Stress Design (AISC 316-89)AISC Manual of Steel Construction: Allowable Stress Design (AISC 316-89) by Aisc Manual Committee
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Handbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and DetailsHandbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and Details by Akbar Tamboli
Buy new: $81.90 / Used from: $125.00
The ABCs of Environmental RegulationThe ABCs of Environmental Regulation by Joel B. Goldsteen Ph.D. AICP NCARB
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Professional Planting Design: An Architectural and Horticultural Approach for Creating Mixed Bed PlantingsProfessional Planting Design: An Architectural and Horticultural Approach for Creating Mixed Bed Plantings by Scott C. Scarfone
Buy new: $46.13 / Used from: $41.53
Book of Landscape Gardening (American Society of Landscape Architects Centennial Reprint)Book of Landscape Gardening (American Society of Landscape Architects Centennial Reprint) by Frank A. Waugh
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2006 International Building Code - Softcover Version: Softcover Version (International Building Code)2006 International Building Code - Softcover Version: Softcover Version (International Building Code) by International Code Council
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2006 International Mechanical Code: Softcover Version2006 International Mechanical Code: Softcover Version by International Code Council
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National Electrical Code 2005 Softcover Version (National Fire Protection Association National Electrical Code)National Electrical Code 2005 Softcover Version (National Fire Protection Association National Electrical Code) by NFPA
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2006 International Plumbing Code: Softcover Version2006 International Plumbing Code: Softcover Version by International Code Council
Buy new: $57.80 / Used from: $39.95
Architecture: Form, Space, & OrderArchitecture: Form, Space, & Order by Francis D. Ching
Buy new: $32.40 / Used from: $20.25
A great book for design professionals on form, space and order. Many wonderful line drawings.