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Design-Build: Planning Through Development
	Written by an architect and an engineer, this definitive guide examines the technical, administrative, and legal aspects of Design-Build (D-B) -- the project delivery system in which one firm contracts to provide all of the architectural, engineering, and construction services on a project. Focusing on cost-effective solutions to real-world problems, it clearly explains the D-B process and its variations and shows readers how to take a project from start to completion. Included is expert advice on procuring services, developing RFQs and RFPs, organizing and managing contracts, estimating, allocating, risk, obtaining insurance and bonding, and more. Design-Build: Planning Through Development
The Adaptable House
	Written by an internationally recognized flexible housing advocate, THE ADAPTABLE HOUSE provides specific design approaches and techniques that facilitate flexible design--both on the inside and outside--making it simple to alter a dwelling layout, demolish partitions or build new ones, upgrade heating systems, change the location of stairs, etc. The book is divided into three logical sections: the first sets the stage for adaptibility, the second outlines relevant principles, and the last shows their actual application. Packed with floor plans, drawings, photos, and charts to fully and clearly illustrate his suggestions, THE ADAPTABLE HOUSE includes detailed coverage of: * Interior layouts and room configurations * Exterior elements such as roofs and facades * New building materials and methods * Easy add-on and remodels * Single-family and multiple dwelling housing THE ADAPTABLE HOUSE is a master blueprint for those interested in creating homes that can be quickly, easily, and inexpensively redesigned to meet the dynamic nature of the o The Adaptable House
The Ecological Design Handbook
	Provides a source of inspiration, job simplifying details, and how-to's for the real-world structures and plans. Covers everything from alternative energy source hardware to design aesthetics, and interior air quality to the New Urbanism. The Ecological Design Handbook

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