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Landscape Architect's Pocket Book [Minkštas viršelis]

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(Austin-Smith: Lord, UK), (TGP Glasgow, UK), (TGP Glasgow, UK)
  • Formatas: Paperback / softback, 312 pages, weight: 340 g
  • Serija: Routledge Pocket Books
  • Išleidimo metai: 23-Jan-2009
  • Leidėjas: Architectural Press
  • ISBN-10: 0750683481
  • ISBN-13: 9780750683487
Kitos knygos pagal šią temą:
  • Formatas: Paperback / softback, 312 pages, weight: 340 g
  • Serija: Routledge Pocket Books
  • Išleidimo metai: 23-Jan-2009
  • Leidėjas: Architectural Press
  • ISBN-10: 0750683481
  • ISBN-13: 9780750683487
Kitos knygos pagal šią temą:
An indispensable tool for all landscape architects, this is time-saving guide answers the most frequently asked questions in one pocket-sized volume. A concise, easy to read reference that gives instant access to a wide range if information needed on a daily basis, both out on site and in the office.

Covering all the major topics including Hard Landscaping, Soft Landscaping as well as Planning and Legislation, the pocket book also includes a handy glossary of key terms, useful calculations and helpful contacts. Not only an essential tool for everyday queries on British standards and procedures, this is a first point of reference for those seeking more extensive, supplementary sources of information, including websites and further publications.

. A comprehensive overview of the field of landscape architecture

. Gain immediate access to the most frequently asked questions, both out on site and in the office

. Save time with the handy glossary of key terms, essential contacts and useful calculations
Preface ix
Acknowledgements xi
Hard Landscape
1(90)
Natural Stone
1(7)
Metals
8(6)
Stainless Steel
14(9)
Timber
23(10)
Exterior Finishes to Timber
33(4)
Bricks and Brickwork Construction
37(14)
Concrete
51(3)
Mortar
54(5)
Damp-proof Courses
59(6)
Damp-proof Membranes
65(1)
Lighting
66(7)
Drainage
73(3)
Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS)
76(6)
Sustainability of Materials and Life Span
82(2)
Recycled Materials and Products
84(2)
Typical Footpaths
86(2)
Typical Footpath Edging
88(3)
Soft Landscape
91(60)
Definition and Specification of Tree Sizes
91(3)
Definition and Specification of Shrub Sizes
94(3)
British Native Trees and Shrubs
97(5)
Plants for Encouraging Wild Life
102(3)
Common Poisonous Plants
105(2)
Grass Seed Mixes
107(3)
Wild Flower Mixes
110(2)
Topsoil
112(5)
Times of Year for Planting
117(1)
Tree Planting
118(5)
Plant Protection
123(4)
Composts, Mulches and Manufactured Soil
127(6)
Soft Landscape Maintenance
133(7)
Soft Landscape Maintenance Programme - Routine Operations
140(2)
Green Roofs
142(6)
Geotextiles
148(3)
Planning and Legislation
151(40)
Planning and Development Control
151(4)
Listed and Protected Areas for Heritage, Amenity, Landscape Quality, Cultural and Natural Habitat
155(6)
Tree Preservation Orders
161(2)
Hedgerow Legislation
163(2)
Notifiable Weeds
165(2)
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
167(3)
Landscape and Visual Assessment
170(2)
Landscape Character Assessment
172(2)
Planting and Water Bodies Near Airfields
174(3)
Guidelines for Construction Around Trees
177(3)
Glossary of Contracts
180(5)
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007
185(6)
Design Guidelines
191(54)
Dimensional Data
191(12)
Senses, Communication and Space
203(1)
Walkable Neighbourhoods
204(2)
Creation of Positive Outdoor Space
206(1)
Steps and Ramps
207(4)
Guarding and Handrails
211(2)
Tactile Surfaces and Warning Paving
213(6)
Design of Cycleways
219(1)
Playgrounds and Playground Equipment
220(3)
Designing for Schools: Rules of Thumb
223(3)
Standard Sports Markings
226(7)
Construction of Free Standing Walls
233(4)
Water Features and Ponds
237(5)
Signage
242(3)
General Information
245(20)
Landscape Architectural Work Stages
245(2)
Setting a Sundial
247(4)
Conversions and Calculations
251(2)
Gradients
253(2)
Weights of Materials
255(5)
Volumes in Relation to Depth and Area
260(3)
Rules of Thumb for Planting Plans
263(1)
Quantities and Rates of Sowing Grass Seed for Sports Use
264(1)
Graphics
265(10)
Paper Sizes
266(1)
Common Digital File Extensions
267(1)
AutoCAD Printing Scales
268(1)
Typical Survey Annotations
269(4)
Common Graphic Symbols
273(2)
Glossary 275(4)
Associations, Institutes and Further Sources of Information 279(8)
Bibliography 287(2)
Index 289
Nicola Garmory went into partnership with Rachel Tennant in 1994. She qualified as an Associate of the Landscape Institute in 1996 and has taught a series of professional practice seminars since 1987.