Building Construction

We are living in a new urban age and its most tangible expression is the "supertall": megastructures that are dramatically bigger, higher, and more ambitious than any in history. In Supertall, TED Resident Stefan Al—himself an experienced architect who has worked on some of the largest buildings in the world—reveals the advancements in engineering, design, and data science that have led to this worldwide boom.

This practical guide gives you easy-to-follow and customizable plans for building the backyard chicken coop that works best for you. You'll get the basic construction know-how and key information you need to design and build a coop tailored to your flock, whether you live in a small city loft, a suburban backyard, or a small rural farm.

Tiny houses on wheels are glamorous and solve a lot of problems for people, but actually building one is a different story entirely. Maybe you've spent a lot of time researching and planning, but you're not quite sure you are ready. Or perhaps you are having a tiny house built for you but don't know what your builder will really do or how to communicate with them. Whatever your situation, this audiobook will arm you with construction knowledge in simple terms.

Introducing "Shade Houses," the definitive guide to cultivating a thriving garden oasis for shade-loving plants! Whether you are a novice gardener or an experienced horticulturist, this comprehensive eBook is the ultimate resource to help you master the art of shade house gardening. Delve into the fascinating world of shade-loving plants and learn about their unique characteristics and importance in the garden landscape. Discover how to identify the shade tolerance levels of various plant species, select the ideal location for your shade house, and apply design principles to create a ...

In the construction industry, reputation is everything. Whether you’re a distributor, manufacturer, builder, or installer, you want the pride of building something that will last and make a difference. While you may be an expert in your craft, marketing your business may feel like trying to drive a nail with a tape measurer—it just doesn’t work. In Building Better Brands, Elton Mayfield provides you with the tools and raw materials to plan and build a business marketing plan.

This book provides a detailed, step-by-step account of how fraud can be committed in the construction industry, narrated through the experiences of Robert, a former project manager who orchestrated a sophisticated scheme to siphon funds using a fake vendor. Combining his personal story with actionable insights, Robert reveals the vulnerabilities that allow fraud to thrive, the devastating consequences of unethical behavior, and the strategies businesses can adopt to protect themselves.

Just before midnight on April 14, 1912, the RMS Titanic, the largest ship in the world, hit an iceberg, starting a chain of events that would ultimately make it history's most famous, and notorious, ship. In the over-100 years since it sank on its maiden voyage, the Titanic has been the subject of endless fascination, as evidenced by the efforts to find its final resting spot, the museums full of its objects, and the countless books, documentaries, and movies made about the doomed ocean liner.

Domina el Sector de la Construcción: Tu Guía para Desarrollar Habilidades y una Carrera como Obrero y Ayudante de Construcción es un recurso integral que prepara a los aspirantes para destacarse en el dinámico mundo de la construcción. Esta guía cubre desde las tareas básicas, como la preparación del sitio y el manejo de materiales, hasta habilidades avanzadas, como la operación de maquinaria pesada y el uso de tecnologías modernas, incluyendo equipos robotizados y colocación láser. La seguridad es un tema central, con un enfoque detallado en las normas OSHA, el uso adecuado de ...

This book will walk you through everything you need to consider as you plan for your retaining wall project utilizing segmental concrete blocks. You will find step by step instructions on how to construct the wall, what tools are required, and how to calculate the required materials. In addition, the book will go through all the planning required, including when to file for a building permit and when to contact an engineer. There are specific instructions for various design features including curves, corners, and stairs. With a combination of pictures and detailed drawings, you can easily ...

Many of the problems relating to mold and mildew proliferation are a direct result of poor decision-making in the design stages of construction and in the methods and materials used in the construction process itself. By adhering to the recommendations herein described, the occurrence of mold and mildew problems can be substantially reduced and thereby provide a more allergy-free environment for the new homeowner.

Decades in the making, This Old Casa is a must read guide for anyone considering building a home in Mexico, whether as a do-it-yourselfer or using an architect or builder. An easy to read bible that takes the reader through every step of the process, from lot selection to selecting a designer to choosing a builder to contract do's and don'ts to the nitty gritty of the actual construction, from compacting the dirt all the way to inspecting the finished home - and everything in between. The NY Times and USA Today bestselling author of Expat Secrets of Mexico is a 20 year Mexican full-time ...

From mud huts to impenetrable forts to gleaming skyscrapers, construction shapes society. The Secret Surveyor takes you to the heart of the UK construction industry, looking at what it does, who it employs, the amazing things it makes, and why things often go horribly wrong. This user-friendly guide includes chapters on the numerous roles in construction, the different types of projects, and their timelines and costs. There is advice for homeowners on how to choose a good builder and not get ripped off, guidance for developers and contractors on how to deliver successful projects, and ...

A man from Arizona buys a piece of land in the middle of a lava field while vacationing in Hawaii and returns to the island in search of a deeper sense of home and to build his midlife crisis tropical dream house. In this assemblage of journal entries during the trying year of construction, the author tells some of the secrets of rural Hawaii, revealing her dark underbelly. Meet the crazy neighbors in Puna’s “open air asylum,” get lost on a late night lava walk, join a lynch mob against the coqui frogs, and find the true meaning of ‘aloha’ in the jungle. “What do you do when ...

At the end of this audiobook, you would have found your niche in the industry, which is the first step to venturing into a successful business online. You will know why niche marketing is viable. You will learn why you should focus on a specific target audience to ensure success in the business.

In this section you will learn all the key information you need about web hosting and hosting services in order for you to get your WordPress site up and running. After giving you a general look into what it is and what it can do for you, this section will also explain the most important factors that you have to consider when looking for the best hosting services that will complement your needs.

In this section, you'll be taken through the basics of creating quality content. About 10 years ago, it was enough to have a mildly interesting site bloated with banner ads and links because of pay per click (PPC) advertising and spammy/blackhat SEO. Today, people are becoming more critical and vigilant of the sites they visit. It's easy to mislead people and trick them into visiting and viewing your blog, but as the cliché goes, you can fool people only once.

This audiobook is a discussion on how to choose and buy domain names. It includes a simple explanation of what a domain name really is and why a monetized blog needs to have its own domain name. Other important topics include how to choose the best domain name for a website or blog, registering one's chosen domain name, and what to do when the domain name is already taken.

This audiobook will take you through some useful tips for making money behind your keyboard. You'll be taken through the important pointers in each method, and, where applicable, you'll be given reviews of relevant resources (complete with pros and cons) you can use to increase your output. You'll also gain valuable insights on existing strategies you may have to exploit.

Building a good website using WordPress is only the first part of making a presence in the online market. You also need to improve its online visibility to drive traffic, which is crucial for your goals in marketing and brand building. Among these goals are driving traffic to your site, improving your conversion rates, and ultimately getting the visitor to buy your products or services.

Leslie isn’t your average architect. She is sexy as all hell and needs her new plans for the City’s newest and most popular high rise to go perfectly, just like her. She wants it her way and isn’t about to let a dirty construction worker tell her what has to change in order to get it right...Doug isn’t your average construction worker. Sure, he is tough, built like a Roman God and has the cock of a stallion, but he has a mind of his own and some ideas for Leslie that he’ll give to her whether she likes it or not.