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Abacus Construction: Directory of recommended online resources for UK architects, engineers and other construction professionals. Over 1400 resources selected by the former Director General of the Royal Institute of British Architects are featured. Resources are keyword searchable and browsable by category.
Author: Reid, Alex
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: index
Advanced Building Technologies: Searchable collection of information on technologies and practices designed to improve the energy efficiency of commercial and residential buildings. Methods relate to building structure, finishes and furnishings, heating and cooling, plumbing and waterheating, lighting, load management, electricity production, ventilation and air quality, site services, and motors and equipment. Discusses the benefits, limitations, application, experience, and cost for each technology.
Author: Enermodal Engineering
Subjects: architecture education, construction, energy consumption, urban design
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: documents, productinfo
BRE: News of research and development from UK company specialising in building, construction and the prevention and control of fire.
Author: Building Research Establishment
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: news
Building and Fire Research Laboratory: National laboratory dedicated to enhancing the competitiveness of US industry and public safety performance prediction methods, measurement technologies and technical advances needed to assure the life cycle quality and economy of constructed facilities. Its products are used by those who own, design, construct, supply, and provide for the safety or environmental quality of constructed facilities.
Author: National Institute of Standards and Technology
Subjects: construction, public safety
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: institution
Building Technology Newsletters: Newsletters from 1993 onwards concerned with the rational use of energy in building technology. Articles have covered retrofitting in high-density low-cost residential projects and a bioclimatic treatment centre in Zaragoza.
Author: European Commission
Subjects: construction, energy consumption
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: news
CEBE: Centre for Education in the Built Environment: Centre for Education in the Built Environment aims to encourage and support the use of computers in higher education throughout the UK. Includes a software catalogue, resource list, and a newsletter, Habitat, available free of charge to all individuals involved in the teaching of Architecture, Planning, Building Construction and Property Management in UK higher education.
Author: CEBE
Subjects: architecture education, construction, planning
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: index
Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development: Green Buildings: Detailed information for environmentally conscious architects, engineers, and builders. Discusses possible benefits of the 'green building' in relation to the impact that design, construction, and maintenance procedures have had upon the environment. Offers access to full text publications on topics such as building principles and programs, rating systems, affordable housing, and codes and ordinances.
Author: Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development, Department of Energy
Subjects: construction, urban design
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: documents
CIBSE: The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers: Institution researching and publishing information about the built environment. Offers guidance on how to choose a building services engineer, and information about services such as heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, lighting, security, fire protection, lifts, information technology highways (within buildings), and sanitation.
Author: Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers
Subjects: construction, interior design, urban design
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: institution
CIE Web site of the International Commission on Illumination: An organisation devoted to international cooperation and exchange of information among its member countries on all matters relating to the science and art of lighting.
Author: CIE
Subjects: construction, interior design
DeweyClass: 621.32
Resource type: institution
Cities / Buildings Database: Searchable image database of cities and buildings from over 50 countries. Photographs can be accessed by entering a range of parameters including title, site, date of construction, materials, or style. Additional databases can be selected such as the Eric A Hegg Photograph Collection, William E Meed Collection, and the James Patrick Lee Collection.
Author: University of Washington
Subjects: construction, urban design
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: images
CMHC Innovation Centre for High Rise and Multiples: Examines and promotes research into issues surrounding highrise construction, operation, maintenance and repair.
Author: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: institution
Construct IT Centre of Excellence: Online access to reports and a database of projects covering the use of IT in construction projects in the UK. The Centre has been set up to coordinate and promote innovation and research in IT in Construction in the UK to improve competitive performance of the UK construction industry.
Author: Construction Industry Board
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: documents
Construction Europe Magazine: Selected articles from the magazine for Europe's construction sector, covering news, law and contract, business, finance, and equipment.
Author: KHL Group
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: magazine
Construction WebLinks: Collection of links to resources covering various aspects of the construction industry, with a focus on the US. Features listings of construction organisations, along with material relating to financing projects, safety, and insurance, and industry news.
Author: Reid, Thelen & Priest L. L. P.
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 338.47624
Resource type: index, news
Dam Design: Covers aspects of dam design including site investigation, foundations, hydrology, and construction. Considers the design of concrete dams (gravity, arch and buttress), embankment, earthfill and rockfill dams and spillways.
Author: Durham University
Subjects: construction, design education, engineering design, hydrology
DeweyClass: 627.8
Resource type: documents, images
Glossary of Construction Terms: Definitions of over 200 terms commonly used in the construction management process.
Author: Aragon, Sherilee
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 624
Resource type: document
How to Find Out in Building Engineering and Surveying: Guide provided for staff and students at Heriot-Watt University, but the resources are not limited to the campus. The extensive guide lists hard-copy and electronic resources including electronic journals and other Internet resources.
Author: Heriot-Watt University
Subjects: construction, surveying
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: guide
Illustrated Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings: Documents standards governing the rehabilitation of properties, and provides specific information about the restoration of masonry, wood, metals, roofs, windows, entrances, storefronts, features, finishes, and structural and mechanical systems. Further details are given on accessibility and health and safety issues.
Author: National Park Service
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 363.69
Resource type: documents, images
Institution of Structural Engineers: Information about the Institution of Structural Engineers which brings structural engineers from many countries together to contribute to the overall development of the science and art of structural engineering.
Author: Institution of Structural Engineers
Subjects: civil engineering, construction, engineering societies
DeweyClass: 624
Resource type: institution
LTSN Centre for Education in the Built Environment: Aims to promote high quality learning and teaching within the disciplines of architecture, planning, landscape, building, and surveying.
Author: Learning and Teaching Support Network, Cardiff University
Subjects: architecture education, construction, landscape architecture, planning, surveying
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: documents
Master Builder: Monthly publication by the Federation of Master Builders, which represents all medium and small sized building companies in the UK. Topics covered include brown field development, the art of period renovation and designing to minimise storm damage.
Author: Federation of Master Builders
Subjects: construction, urban design
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: journal
Modern Ruins: Photographic collection depicting modern ruins located throughout the world. Ellis Island, Airplane Graveyard, Rockaways' Playland, and Roosevelt Stadium are among the featured sites.
Author: Buehler, Phillip
Subjects: construction, urban design
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: documents, images
Pileline Online: Magazine intended to inform engineers, designers and contractors about materials, accessories, innovations and equipment for deep foundations.
Author: Pipline Publishing
Subjects: construction, engineering industry
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: magazine
Road Design: Articles providing information on historical road design, traffic analysis, site investigation, pavement design and earthworks, including details of soil properties and the diggability of different materials.
Author: Durham University
Subjects: construction, design education, engineering design, road travel
DeweyClass: 625.7
Resource type: documents, images
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: Reference point for information on land, property and construction, with over 2000 pages of information.
Author: RICS
Subjects: construction, housing, surveying
DeweyClass: 333.08
Resource type: institution
SAPLING: the Architecture, Planning and Landscape INformation Gateway: News headlines and annotated links to resources in the areas of architecture, arts and culture, construction, heritage, housing, landscape, planning, regeneration, sustainability, and transport.
Author: Sapling
Subjects: architecture links, construction, housing, landscape architecture, planning, transportation
DeweyClass: 720
Resource type: index, news
SBSE: Society of Building Science Educators: An association of university educators in architecture who support excellence in the teaching of environmental science and building technologies.
Author: Society of Building Science Educators
Subjects: architecture education, construction, environmental science
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: institution
Self Build Guide: Guide aimed at house builders in the UK. Provides information on land assessment, procurement, design, approvals, project management, and financial control. Could also be used as a tool for students of the built environment, to understand the process of development on a small scale, and to assist in appreciating the interdisciplinary dependencies of the construction industry.
Author: theselfbuildguide.co.uk
Subjects: construction
DeweyClass: 690
Resource type: guide
Sistine Chapel in Rome: A brief history and description of Cappella Sistina in the Vatican.
Author: Il Sogno
Subjects: construction, italian history
DeweyClass: 726.4
Resource type: document
Skyscraper Museum: Documents the architectural style of New York, considering the design, technology, creation, and functionality of skyscrapers. Provides access to an exhibition archive, a collection of historical documents and collaborative projects, a timeline showing construction dates of the world's tallest buildings, and information for visitors.
Author: Willis, Carol
Subjects: construction, united states museums, urban design
DeweyClass: 720.483
Resource type: museum
SkyscraperPage.com: Directory of skyscrapers searchable by geographical location, architect, year, type of building, address, and status (built, construction, proposed, vision, cancelled or destroyed). In addition to these search parameters, results returned comprise a scaled diagram of each structure, roof and pinnacle heights, and number of floors.
Author: SkyscraperPage.com
Subjects: construction, urban design
DeweyClass: 720.483
Resource type: images, reference data
Structurae: International Database and Gallery of Structures: Information on works of structural engineering, architecture or construction through time and from around the world. Structurae deals mostly with bridges, tunnels, dams, skyscrapers, stadia and towers. Can be viewed in German, French and English. Contains over 100,000 images and lists relevant people, organisations, products and literature.
Author: Jarnberg, Nicolas
Subjects: architecture, civil engineering, construction, structural engineering
DeweyClass: 624
Resource type: database
Timber Trade Federation: Trade information designed to raise awareness of the debate surrounding timber and environmental concerns. Includes ten environmental reasons for not choosing plastic, aimed at architects, builders, and anyone planning domestic or office building or refurbishment.
Author: Timber Trade Federation
Subjects: construction, environmental news, forestry
DeweyClass: 338.17498
Resource type: documents
Ultimate Civil Engineering Directory: Directory of building and construction resources including departments, research institutes, organisations, associations, links to the Swedish building trade and discussion groups.
Author: Tenlinks.com
Subjects: civil engineering, construction
DeweyClass: 624
Resource type: index