Builders Practical Director Buildings Classes (34 results)

Condition: New. In.

Condition: New. In.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Delve into the captivating realm of building and architecture with this comprehensive guidebook, penned by a seasoned professional with over four decades of experience. This book is not just a manual; it's a journey through the history of construction, encompassing everything from humble cottages to grand mansions. It unravels the intricate relationship between geometry and architecture, using practical examples to illustrate how mathematical principles shape the structures we inhabit. More than just a collection of techniques, this book delves into the very essence of building, exploring the significance of site selection, drainage, and the importance of choosing the right materials. It empowers readers with the knowledge to become their own surveyors and builders, making informed decisions about their construction projects. The book's insights extend beyond the practical, delving into the aesthetic and ergonomic considerations that make a house a home. It's a treasure trove of valuable information for aspiring builders, homeowners, and anyone fascinated by the intricate world of architecture and construction. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Hardback. Condition: V.g. iv, 264pp 132 full-page plates. with ground plans and elevations many coloured, glossary of technical terms. Plates by Gardner and Sons. Bound with a Supplementary Series.126, [ii] pp. 60 full page plates. Original fine half calf binding with marbled boards. Gilt decorated compartments with morocco label. Joints cracked. Sometimes found as a two volume set this is single volume containing both volumes. 30cms.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Hardback. Three quarters leather. Undated, but ownership name to front pastedown dated 1865. Supplementary series not included. 264pp text and frontispiece plus 132 plates at rear, many hand coloured. Marbled edges to text block. Handwritten index of general subjects on reverse of tp. Binding weak after inexpert repair, but boards just holding and stitching tight. Frontispiece detached with frayed edges. Paper a little toned with moderate foxing to some pages. Overall a fair reference copy. A heavy book, likely to require additional postage above standard rates.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. No markings or inscriptions. Paper toned, occasional foxing. Half leather, spine with raised bands and gold decorations. What looks like a small paint stain on bottom of inside back cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. hardback, large 4to, iv,266pp with 132 numbered plates, some coloured; bound with Supplementary series pp1-100, plates 1-46, the pages after that point damaged or destroyed, moderate foxing throughout otherwise clean and sound until the final section which has been damaged possibly by vermin. rebound in red cloth, gilt titles, rubbed, a sound copy but damaged, thus Fair condition only.

First Edition. Finely rebound in contemporary gilt-blocked buckram. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling and rubbing to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 2 pt. in 1 (iv, 264, [2] p., 132 [i.e. 134] leaves of plates; 126, [2] p., 60 leaves of plates) : ill., plans (some col.) ; 30 cm. Subjects; Architecture Handbooks, manuals, etc. Building Handbooks, manuals, etc. 4 Kg.

First Edition. Finely rebound in contemporary gilt-blocked buckram. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling and rubbing to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 2 pt. in 1 (iv, 264, [2] p., 132 [i.e. 134] leaves of plates; 126, [2] p., 60 leaves of plates) : ill., plans (some col.) ; 30 cm. Subjects; Architecture Handbooks, manuals, etc. Building Handbooks, manuals, etc. 2 Kg.

Blue hardback cloth cover. Condition: Good. First Edition. G: in good condition. Rebound with new eps. Some age toning, browning and pencil annotation throughout. 300mm x 220mm (12" x 9"). 264pp + plates. 134 plates (50 in colour). Heavy item - shipping supplement may apply for overseas.

Gothic pictoral title-page, iv, 266pp, 132 single sided plates, some coloured. 29x23, half bound in calf over textured boards Spine rubbed and faded, slight foxing, good thus. This influential early 19th century work aimed to place before the reader "the whole art of Building". Included are very nice designs for masonry, roofs, brickwork etc; and for various building types: gentlemen's villas, town houses, cottages, schools, "a first class tavern", conservatory etc. The work is particularly interesting for the several early model schemes for workmens' houses and cottages illustrated. Author unstated but was A H Payne.Originally published as two periodical series, this is the main first series and does not contain the subsequently published supplements. [Very heavy item, will require additional postage to most destinations].

Leather. Condition: G/NO DUSTJACKET. Color, Black & White Illus. (illustrator). London, UK: Leipzig and Dresden. G/NO DUSTJACKET. 1858. . Leather. 192 plates many coloured. . 4to., v. p., cover rubbed, chipped, frayed, spine label chipped, spine leather cracking and flaking, page foxing and toning, hinges cracked & weak .

Gothic pictoral title-page, iv, 266pp, 132 single sided plates. 29x23, brown cloth half bound in dark green leather, five raised bands on spine, glt text. Some foxing and marks, binding very nice, overall good to very good. This influential early 19th century work aimed to place before the reader "the whole art of Building". Included are very nice designs for masonry, roofs, brickwork etc; and for various building types: gentlemen's villas, town houses, cottages, schools, "a first class tavern", conservatory etc. The work is particularly interesting for the several early model schemes for workmens' houses and cottages illustrated. Author unstated but was A H Payne.Originally published as two periodical series, this is the main first series and does not contain the subsequently published supplements.

Half Calf. Condition: Very Good. Book measures 28.5x22.5.cm. 264pp, circa 134 ful page plates, plus supplementary series, 126,[2]pp, plus 60 plates, many partially coloured. Plates not bound in order. Bound in modern half calf, calf corners, cloth boards, gilt bands, leather labels, full gilt edges, marble endpapers. Binding in very good clean firm condition. Internally, some offsetting, light persistant spotting, browning, about 5 pages stained on top left-hand corner. Pages and plates in good condition. A very good well bound copy. F Size: Quarto.

First Edition. Two Volumes in One [Complete with the rare Supplement]. Quarto (23 cm wide x 28 cm high). Volume I: Frontispiece, Illustrated Titlepage, 264, (2) pages plus 132 Lithographic plates (many in multi-colour) / Volume II: "Supplement" - 126 pages plus an additional 60 Plates. Hardcover / Original, very decorative half-leather-binding with gilt lettering and ornament on spine. Very good condition with only minor signs of wear. Some signs of foxing. This stunning Handbook for Architects, Builders and Plasterers / Plaster Details for Stucko- Work, Headstone - Creators etc. is full of ancient designs and a very underrated publication. Please look at the stunning imags of the Plates we showcase here and on our website. Images include for example: Headstone - Designs for Cemetery Grounds / Plasterer's Details / Fireproof Construction of the 19th century Architecture / Fittings of Benches and Desks for Schools (Advice for Joiners) / Design for a Large Conservatory / Design for Circular Skylight / Design for Chimney Piece & Mirror / Mason's Details for Shop Fittings / Design for a Suburban Villa / Masonry / Illustrations for Timber Roof Constructions of the 19th century / Design for a Gentleman's Residence / Elevation of Coach House and Stables / Bridge of One Span of 100 Feet over the Mohawk River near the City of Rome (USA) / Design for a First Class Tavern / Design for a Seven Rom Cottage adapted for two or more small allotments / Labourers Cottage / Adaptation of Timber / Sprache: english.

Disbound. Condition: Fair. First Edition. 264 + 132 plates.+ Supplement 126pp + 60 plates. No cover but still well bound between title page & marbled end-page. Some foxing - worst on 1st 25 pages & a light stain on last few pages. About 10 of the plates have childish writing or drawing in pencil or crayon on the blank verso. One page of text has some pencil scribbles. All 182 plates are present (as called for) and the vast majority in good clean condition. Ideal as a referemce copy or for rebind. Overweight Volume - Weighs 2.2 Kg additional P&P will apply, please ask for a quote before ordering.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Hardback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1855 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 792 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 792 Language: English.

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LeatherBound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 810. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1858 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 810.

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 418. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1858 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Volume 1 Pages: 418 Volume 1.

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 478. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1858 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Volume 2 Pages: 478 Volume 2.