The fifth edition of this successful textbook is aimed specifically at those students and practitioners who require a broad understanding of building constructi

The sixth edition of The Construction of Houses builds on the success of the previous five editions. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the princ

Houses are built with many different materials, and in many shapes and sizes. Step by step, this picture book explains how homes are built—from the architect'

An illustrated guide to the materials, tools, and methods used in exterior and interior construction.

As an innovative thinker about building and planning, Christopher Alexander has attracted a devoted following. His seminal books--The Timeless Way of Building,