Building Architecture

Journeying through time and place, from the ancient Egyptian pyramids to the soaring skyscrapers of Manhattan, renowned architectural historian Dan Cruickshank explores the most impressive and characterful creations in world architecture. His selection includes many of the world’s best-known buildings that represent key or pioneering moments in architectural history, such as the Pantheon in Rome, Hagia Sophia in Turkey, the Taj Mahal in India and the Forbidden City in China.

The success of today’s most advanced technologies—AI, machine learning, data mesh, and analytics—depends on one critical element: a solid foundation of high-quality, well-architected data. In Data Architecture: Building the Foundation, bestselling author Bill Inmon and seasoned data expert Dave Rapien deliver a definitive guide to creating, managing, and evolving a data architecture that truly supports modern business needs. Whether you're implementing AI, driving business analytics, or transforming legacy systems, this book equips you with the foundational strategies and ...

AI agents are no longer experimental—they are becoming core building blocks of modern software systems. From document analysis and workflow automation to enterprise decision support, AI agents now operate at the intersection of reasoning, data, and action. Building AI Agents Using Modern Platforms and Frameworks is a practical, architecture-first guide to designing, implementing, and scaling AI agent systems across today’s most widely used tools and platforms. Rather than focusing on a single vendor or framework, this book teaches you how to think like an AI agent architect. You will ...

What you need to know to protect your designs and get them built as you envision them; how to get and keep clients and become their trusted advisor and professional—every architect needs the answers in this concise, thorough, and listenable guide.

Disability critiques of architecture usually emphasize the need for modification and increased access, but The Architecture of Disability calls for a radical reorientation of this perspective by situating experiences of impairment as a new foundation for the built environment. With its provocative proposal for "the construction of disability," this book fundamentally reconsiders how we conceive of and experience disability in our world.

The theory of architecture implicit in our world today, Christopher Alexander believes, is bankrupt. More and more people are aware that something is deeply wrong. Yet the power of present day ideas is so great that many feel uncomfortable, even afraid, to say openly that they dislike what is happening, because they are afraid to seem foolish, afraid perhaps that they will be laughed at. Now, at last, there is a coherent theory which describes in modern terms an architecture as ancient as human society itself.

A visionary carpenter shares meditations on work, creativity, and design, revealing powerful lessons on building a meaningful life through his experience constructing some of New York’s most iconic spaces. For forty years, Mark Ellison has worked in the most beautiful homes you’ve never seen...

New Happy Hills? Now that Jeff and Lila are free again, Jeff has one thing on his mind — winning the house building competition. But there’s another architect in town. And he’s got plans for Happy Hills that are really going to upset Governor Zion… Jump into this continuing tale of adventure today! Disclaimer: This book is an unofficial Minecraft book, a work of fan fiction. It is not endorsed, authorized, licensed, sponsored, or supported by Mojang AB, Microsoft Corp. or any other entity owning or controlling rights to the Minecraft name, trademarks or copyrights. Tags: Great ...

Beginning with their introduction in the 11th century, and ending with their widespread abandonment in the 17th, Marc Morris explores many of the country's most famous castles, as well as some spectacular lesser-known examples. At times this is an epic tale, driven by characters like William the Conqueror, King John, and Edward I, full of sieges and conquest on an awesome scale.

Here's what you'll learn from this book about Frank Gehry Buildings. Innovative Design Principles: You'll discover how Gehry's unconventional approach to architecture has redefined the boundaries of design, integrating complex forms and flowing lines that challenge traditional aesthetics. Material Experimentation: Gehry's creative use of materials like titanium, stainless steel, and glass will inspire you to see the potential in using diverse and unexpected materials in construction. Sculptural Architecture: Learn how Gehry views buildings as works of art, blending sculpture and ...

Building Inclusion: A Practical Guide to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Architecture and the Built Environment is just that—a manual to support and provide essential guidance to the profession on these key issues. Acknowledging that the existence of EDI procedures does not necessarily ensure their use, it focuses on demonstrating behaviors that help create, implement, and enforce policies, procedures, and practices to deliver inclusion.

A duel with Herobrine. There’s a chance to make original Happy Hills a paradise again—by beating Herobrine in a duel. Two candidates are up for the job. Who will win and what will happen to the loser? Disclaimer: This book is an unofficial Minecraft book, a work of fan fiction. It is not endorsed, authorized, licensed, sponsored, or supported by Mojang AB, Microsoft Corp. or any other entity owning or controlling rights to the Minecraft name, trademarks or copyrights. Tags: Great Minecraft Books for kids age 6-12, and older. Minecraft adventure stories for kids. Computer games tie-in....

Read by the author. Declutter Your Heart and Your Home provides tips, tricks, and tools to rid yourself of the internal and external clutter weighing you down, as well as relatable stories and soul-nourishing truths from Scripture to fill your heart and home with what truly matters. Do you long...

Learn how to design a passive solar house on the cheap. For owner-builders, this book covers how to utilize the frugal buy-and-barter method to find used and free building materials to build your own green building or alternative construction home. Included are straw bale house examples that the author and another solar expert have built with up to 90% energy efficiency, and how to obtain that level of efficiency in your own home through passive solar design. Save big on utility bills the rest of your life in your home by greatly reducing the need for heating and cooling, simply through ...

As businesses increasingly rely on cloud technologies, traditional application architectures struggle to keep pace with demands for scalability, agility, and resilience. Cloud-Native Architecture is your essential guide to designing and building modern applications optimized for the cloud environment.

""Traveling easily through a thousand years of history, The Bright Ages reminds us society never collapsed when the Roman Empire fell, nor did the modern world did wake civilization from a thousand year hibernation. Thoroughly enjoyable, thoughtful and accessible; a fresh look on an age full of...

AI Agent Development Designing, Building, Deploying & Scaling Intelligent AI Systems AI is moving beyond chatbots. The next generation of intelligent systems is built around AI agents—software components that can reason, use tools, maintain memory, and operate reliably inside real-world applications. AI Agent Development is a practical, engineering-focused guide for developers and technical professionals who want to design and deploy production-grade AI agents—not demos or experiments. This book treats AI agents as software systems, emphasizing architecture, control, safety, and long-...

Gargoyles have captivated the human imagination for centuries. These often grotesque, carved creatures, typically made of stone, perch high on the roofs and facades of buildings. While commonly associated with medieval Gothic cathedrals, their existence spans various cultures and epochs, transcending mere architectural elements to become symbols of myth and folklore. Stone Guard delves into the vast depths of Gargoyle Mythology and History from around the world to give you an expanded view of these ancient stone guardians that find themselves scattered across our world's civilizations! ...

A counting book that follows the construction of a building, from one plan to twelve stories.

Empire State Building History & Travel Guide: Discover the Legacy, Secrets, and Views of NYC’s Most Iconic Skyscraper is your complete companion to one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Whether you're planning a visit or fascinated by architecture and history, this engaging guide brings the story of the Empire State Building to life. Explore how this American icon rose from a bold idea during the Great Depression to become a global symbol of innovation, resilience, and beauty. Learn about the engineering feats behind its rapid construction, how it evolved through the decades, and...