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Routledge now publish an extensive list of books to help with all of your refurbishment and renovation needs from regulations to conservation and energy efficiency to design and planning. Below is a selection of the titles we currently publish. Watch this space for an online catalog, coming soon.
Bringing together titles previously published under the Donhead, Butterworth Heinemann and Routledge imprints, we now publish an extensive list of books covering building conservation, preservation and architectural history. In addition, we offer a number of classic reprints on building and construction topics such as lime and plastering, covering the period from 1830 to 1950. This list specialises in publishing original material for professionals, academics, students and historic building owners.
To take a look at the online catalog click here
We publish a great range of titles to help you along all aspects of your refurbishment and/or renovation project under the Routledge and Earthscan from Routledge brands.
Bringing together titles previously published under the Donhead, Butterworth Heinemann and Routledge imprints, we now publish an extensive list of books covering building conservation, preservation and architectural history. In addition, we offer a number of classic reprints on building and construction topics such as lime and plastering, covering the period from 1830 to 1950. This list specialises in publishing original material for professionals, academics, students and historic building owners.
Below are a few highlights. A a full product catalog is coming soon!
This fourth edition of Understanding Building Failures has been updated and expanded to cover the latest diagnostic procedures and research. It also includes Appendices and a new Bibliography, and provides an extensive list of books on building pathology and related topics in the UK and North America. It is essential reading for all students and practitioners interested in building surveying and building conservation.
For more information about the book or to order your copy click here
This seventh edition of Hall and Greeno's leading textbook, Building Services Handbook has been reviewed and updated in relation to the latest building and water regulations, new technology, and new legislation, and even more design calculations have been added. In addition, topics such as: alternative sources of natural energy, solar, ground source, heat pumps, renewable energy sources, geothermal methods, and wind power, are now covered.
For more information about the book click here Building Services Handbook
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.
To order a copy of this book click here
Fully updated to reflect the latest materials and their applications, this second edition of the Construction Materials Reference Book remains the definitive reference source for professionals involved in the conception, design and specification stages of a construction project.
For more information about the book or to pre-order your copy click here
With so many great titles publishing during March it is impossible to pick out one favorite so we have listed them all below.
For a full list of new and key backlist titles click here to go to the latest Building and Construction catalog.
Did you know the 20% discount on the books we took to Ecobuild is still valid until April 5th? All you have to do is use the code ECOBUILD13 when you check out. For a full listing of all the books we took to the conference click on the catalog link below
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.
For more information about the book or to order your complementary exam copy click here
