LibGuides: Architectural Design: Ebooks

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Architecture ebooks by subject

Australian Architecture by Davina Jackson
A comprehensive narrative history of building and design styles in Australia, from traditional Aboriginal gunyahs; to the local interpretations of northern hemisphere trends; to the sustainable, climate sensitive and high-tech constructions of the 21st century.
Iconic : Modern Australian Houses 1950-2000 by Karen McCartney
An essential guide to Australian modernist architecture. Showcases the best residential projects from the previously published works 50/60/70 and 70/80/90/ in a new format with revised introduction.
Australia : Modern Architectures in History by Harry Margalit
This book tells the story of the architects and buildings that have defined Australia's architectural culture since the founding of the modern nation through Federation in 1901.
50/60/70 Iconic Australian Houses : three decades of domestic architecture by Karen McCartney
Presents 15 significant examples of homes from the modernist period of the 1950s to the 1970s in Australia, each designed by a different architect. A detailed introduction places the period in social, historical and architectural context, before each of the selected homes is individually reviewed in an informed and engaging style.
70/80/90 Iconic Australian houses : three decades of domestic architecture by Karen McCartney
The author has compiled a selection of significant examples of Australian houses of the 1970s, 80s and 90s, each brilliantly photographed. A detailed introduction places the period in social, historical and architectural context, before each of the selected houses is individually reviewed in an informed and engaging style.
The Australian Ugliness by Robin Boyd
Brilliant, witty, scathing, The Australian Ugliness is the classic postwar account of Australian society, how we live in the environments we create, and the consequences of our failure to think about how we live.
Great Australian Historic Hotels by Barry Stone
In Great Australian Historic Hotels each hotel provides its own tantalising insight into the development of our nation as seen from its windows, porches and balconies.

The Fundamentals of Architecture by Lorraine Farrelly
An introduction to the basic ideas that inform architecture. It guides students through the rich history of the discipline, and introduces aspects of contemporary theory and practice.
The Visual Dictionary of Architecture by Gavin Ambrose; Paul Harris; Sally Stone
This book is a guide to the many and varied terms used frequently within architecture. More than 270 common architecture terms are distilled and illustrated.

RETHINK Design Guide : Architecture for a Post-Pandemic World by Nicola Gillen; Pippa Nissen; Julia Park; Adam Scott; Sumita Singha; Helen Taylor; Ian Taylor; Sarah Featherstone
This innovative design guide draws together expert guidance on designing in the immediate aftermath of the pandemic for key architectural sectors. It provides design inspiration to architects on how they can respond to the challenges and opportunities of a post-pandemic environment and how architects ensure they are at the forefront of design in this new world.
Environmental Design Sourcebook : Innovative Ideas for a Sustainable Built Environment by William McLean and Pete Silver
Highly illustrated with practical information and simple explanations for design ideas, this book is the perfect introduction to sustainable design for architecture students. It presents key concepts in relation to the embodied energy of construction, material properties and environmental performance of buildings in an accessible way.
Metric Handbook (4th edition) by Pamela Buxton (Editor)
The major handbook of planning and design data for architects and architecture students. Covering basic design data for all the major building types it is the ideal starting point for any project. For each building type, the book gives the basic design requirements and all the principal dimensional data, and succinct guidance on how to use the information and what regulations the designer needs to be aware of.
Architecture, Building Design & Copyright by James Cheatley; Australian Copyright Council
As part of their day-to-day work, architects and building designers create and use a wide variety of copyright materials. This practical guide is full of real life examples and shows you how to work effectively with copyright and protect your rights.
Architectural Graphics by Francis D. K. Ching
This essential guide offers a comprehensive introduction to using graphic tools and drafting conventions to translate architectural ideas into effective visual presentations. Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that present the state of the art in construction processes and materials.
Design Drawing by Francis D. K. Ching; Steven P. Juroszek
Guides the reader step-by-step through the entire drawing process, examining different drawing techniques and how they can be applied to achieve stunning results. This edition unites imaginative vision with fundamental architectural principles to cover the traditional basics of drawing, including line, shape, tone, and space.

SketchUp for Dummies by Bill Fane; Mark Harrison; Josh Reilly
From creating a basic 3D model to showing off your work via 3D print or animation, this all-access guide pulls back the curtain on using SketchUp to do anything from redesigning your house to mocking up the next great invention.
AutoCAD 2019 Beginning and Intermediate by Munir Hamad
Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Includes over 100 exercises or "mini-workshops," that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting.
The SketchUp Workflow for Architecture by Michael Brightman
A guide for leveraging SketchUp for any project size, type, or style. Offers guidelines for taking SketchUp to the next level in order to incorporate it into every phase of the architectural design process. Written by a noted expert in the field, the text is filled with tips and techniques to access the power of SketchUp and its related suite of tools.
Mastering Autodesk Revit 2018 by Lance Kirby; Eddy Krygiel; Marcus Kim
This book provides expert guidance for all skill levels and is packed with focused discussions, detailed exercises, and real-world examples to help you get up to speed quickly. Hands-on tutorials allow you to dive right in and start accomplishing vital tasks. Available online downloads include before-and-after tutorial files and additional advanced content to help you quickly master this powerful software.
AutoCAD for Dummies by Ralph Grabowski
This book walks you through the very basics of pixels, vectors, lines, text, and more, before moving on to more advanced step-by-step tutorials on three-dimensional drawings and models.

Rawlinsons Construction Cost Guide 2021 by Rawlinsons Quantity Surveyors
Publication Date: 2021
Australia's largest library of construction cost information, providing vital data to all those involved in small projects.
Rawlinsons Construction Handbook 2021 by Rawlinsons Quantity Surveyors
The Rawlinsons Construction handbook is an essential reference book for the smaller builder, architect/consultant and many others in the construction industry.
Building Construction Illustrated by Francis D. K. Ching
Offers students and practicing professionals the information needed to understand concepts in residential and commercial construction, architecture, and structural engineering. It features new illustrations and updated information on sustainability and green building, insulation materials, and fire-rated wall and floor assemblies.
Asbestos in Australia : From Boom to Dust by Lenore Layman (Editor); Gail Phillips (Editor)
Asbestos in Australia presents for the first time a multi-dimensional view of Australia's asbestos story featuring contributions from experts in the disciplines of history, journalism, medicine, law and public health. It also includes first-hand accounts of those whose lives have been touched by the mineral.
Modern Construction Handbook by Andrew Watts
A compact and systematic handbook filled with information, produced for students and young architects. It systematically explores the subject and provides a clear and efficient structure to the reader. For the fourth edition, many of the 3D illustrations have been updated and the technical information brought up to date.

Art Deco Architecture by Mike Hope
Offers an in-depth exploration of the origins, inspirations, and political backdrop behind this popular style. Lavishly illustrated with images taken especially for the book, topics covered include a worldwide examination of the spread and usage of Art Deco; short biographical essays on architects and architectural practices; and an introduction to stunning and little-known buildings from around the world.
How to Love Brutalism by John Grindrod
A passionate and personal book about the writer's own love for a controversial architectural style. Whether you love or hate brutalist buildings, this book will explain what it is about them that elicits such strong feeling. You will understand the true power of concrete and of mammoth-sized buildings, but also some of the more subtle aspects of brutalist buildings that you may not have known or considered.
Architectural Styles by Owen Hopkins
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Gothic and Gothic Revival, or how to distinguish between Baroque and Neoclassical? This guide makes extensive use of photographs to identify and explain the characteristic features of nearly 300 buildings. The result is a clear and easy-to-navigate guide to identifying the key styles of western architecture from the classical age to the present day.
Palm Springs Modern Living by James Schnepf
This collection of photographs documents the iconic unparalleled collection of Midcentury Modern architecture and fascinating people of this desert oasis. More than fifty modernists, artists, builders, and architects were interviewed, and their stories and anecdotes provide a perfect complement to Schnepf's vivid photography. Together, they manage to bring Palm Springs to life in a way that most volumes of architectural photos could never hope to achieve.

Environmental Design Sourcebook : Innovative Ideas for a Sustainable Built Environment by William McLean and Pete Silver
Highly illustrated with practical information and simple explanations for design ideas, it presents key concepts in relation to the embodied energy of construction, material properties and environmental performance of buildings in an accessible way. In explaining the principles and technologies by which we heat, cool, moderate and mitigate, it demystifies environmental design as a technical exercise and enables students to create sustainable buildings with impact.
Landscape Architecture and Environmental Sustainability by Joshua Zeunert
Broadly looks at strategies and completed projects to provide the reader with a strong understanding of the sustainability challenges being faced by designers today, and potential routes to addressing them. The book covers essential concepts of landscape architecture and environmental sustainability.
Essential Sustainable Home Design by Chris Magwood
Walks potential homebuilders through the process starting with key concepts, principles, and a project vision that will guide the house to completion. One-page summaries and ratings of popular sustainable building materials and system options. Ideal for owner-builders and sustainable building contractors working with clients aiming to design and build a sustainable home.
Handbook of Green Building Design and Construction by Sam Kubba
Written in an easy to understand style, the book directly addresses the needs of building professionals interested in the evolving principles, strategies, and concepts of green/sustainable design. In addition, readers will find sections that cover the new standards to BREEAM.
Green Building Illustrated by Francis D. K. Ching; Ian M. Shapiro
This comprehensive book offers a graphical presentation to the theory, practices, and complexities of sustainable design using an approach that proceeds methodically. From the outside to the inside of a building, they cover all aspects of sustainability, providing a framework and detailed strategies to design buildings that are substantively green.

Architect's Legal Pocket Book by Matthew Cousins
This handy pocket guide covers key legal principles which will help you to quickly understand the law and where to go for further information. Subjects include contract administration, building legislation, planning, listed buildings, contract law, negligence, liability and dispute resolution. Illustrated with clear diagrams and featuring key cases, this is a comprehensive guide to current law for architects and an invaluable source of information.
Understanding Construction Law by Jeremy Coggins
Designed to provide construction professionals with a good working knowledge of the law necessary to operate effectively within the construction industry. Covering all Australian jurisdictions, it explains and illustrates how legal principles under both common law and statute are applied in construction-related transactions and disputes.
Architecture, Building Design & Copyright by James Cheatley; Australian Copyright Council
As part of their day-to-day work, architects and building designers create and use a wide variety of copyright materials. This practical guide is full of real life examples and shows you how to work effectively with copyright and protect your rights.