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At a time when female architects were still as rare as hen's teeth, a seemingly unlikely entrant to the profession, a middle-aged vicar's wife - Annabel Dott, was taking tentative steps on building projects in South Africa. A few years later she built ten houses in a North Yorkshire moorland village. Intended at first as holiday lets nine of the houses were then donated for the use of disabled officers of the First World War, which she claimed as...
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Embark on a captivating literary journey with "Caribbean Odyssey: Exploring 40 Island Paradises." This immersive travelogue takes you on an enchanting exploration of the Caribbean archipelago, unveiling the unique treasures of 40 diverse and captivating islands. Discover the rhythm of reggae in Jamaica, savour the flavors of Creole cuisine in Saint Lucia, and lounge on the pristine beaches of Barbados.From the azure waters of the Bahamas to the cultural...
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The behind-the-scenes story of the world's most famous palace, painting a picture of the way its residents truly lived and examining the palace's legacy, from French history through today
The story of Versailles is one of historical drama, under the last three kings of France's old regime, mixed with the high camp and glamour of the European courts, all in an iconic home for the French arts. The palace itself has been radically altered since 1789,...
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These chapters provide a comprehensive exploration of sacred landscapes in Celtic territories, covering the spiritual geography, pilgrimage traditions, specific sites and rituals, the role of druids, and the contemporary perspectives on pilgrimage within the context of modern Celtic spirituality.
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Natural ventilation stands at the intersection of architectural ingenuity, environmental sustainability, and human well-being. In the pursuit of creating healthier and more sustainable built environments, architects, designers, and engineers have long recognized the importance of harnessing the elements to facilitate airflow, regulate temperatures, and enhance indoor air quality. The following exploration delves into fifteen innovative strategies...
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This book is about biblical project management, principles, tools, techniques, and practices used by Nehemiah, a cupbearer to the King of the Persian Empire in the re-building of the wall around Jerusalem and its revitalization. It can be used as a manual for project recovery by project sponsors, owners, leaders, project managers and teams managing projects.
The book has three parts:
Part One deals with the characteristics and definitions of a project...
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In "The Scrum Master's Journey: Navigating Agile Waters," readers are invited on an enlightening voyage through the intricacies of Agile methodologies, with a spotlight on the pivotal role of the Scrum Master. This comprehensive guide is tailored for both new and seasoned Scrum Masters, offering a deep dive into the principles and practices that define Agile and Scrum's transformative power. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical advice,...
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Material culture in Eastern Europe under state socialism is remembered as uniformly gray, shabby, and monotonous-the worst of postwar modernist architecture and design. Politics in Color and Concrete revisits this history by exploring domestic space in Hungary from the 1950s through the 1990s and reconstructs the multi-textured and politicized aesthetics of daily life through the objects, spaces, and colors that made up this lived environment. Krisztina...
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The authors of Knights: Chivalry and Violence let readers inside the walls of the Medieval period's most iconic structure.
In ancient and medieval times castles were the ultimate symbol of power, dominating their surroundings, and marking the landscape with their imposing size and impregnable designs. This concise and entertaining short history explores the life of the castle, one that often involved warfare and sieges. The castle was a first and...
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In "The Power of Sustainable Technology: Transforming Industries for a Greener Future," embark on an inspiring journey through the realms of innovation and environmental stewardship. As the world faces unprecedented challenges from climate change and resource depletion, the urgency for sustainable solutions has never been greater. This groundbreaking book explores the pivotal role of technology in revolutionizing industries, driving change, and shaping...
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En cinquante ans, le centre-ville de Montréal a vu s'implanter un réseau piétonnier protégé de près de 30 kilomètres, donnant accès à ce qu'on appelle maintenant la ville intérieure. Le « RÉSO », entièrement accessible au public, comprend des stations de métro et des gares, des halls d'immeubles, de bureaux et d'habitation, des galeries marchandes, des pavillons universitaires et bien d'autres structures. Toronto a connu avec le «...
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A history of the Indiana county's thirteen covered bridges, featuring charming stories from local residents and stunning archival photographs.
The covered bridge has long been a symbol of Indiana's past, evoking feelings of romance and nostalgia. These feats of engineering span the rivers and streams that crisscross the county. Jeremy Boshears' photographs capture the beauty of the bridges dotting the riverbanks of Monroe County. With 121 color photographs,...
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Essays on architecture in Kuwait, Iran, Israel, and other nations in the region, and how it can and must address the needs of local residents.
As oil-rich countries in the Middle East are increasingly associated with soaring skyscrapers and modern architecture, attention is being diverted away from the pervasive struggles of social housing in those same urban settings. Social Housing in the Middle East traces the history of social housing-both gleaming...
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