* 12 proven designs for building inexpensive, yet effective, audio studios * Covers basic acoustic theory, construction materials, and applied design * New chapters on blueprint reading and electrical wiring and grounding methods, expanded coverage of materials and construction methods more »

While there is a high demand for knowledge on responsible leadership, there has been, till now, no source able to meet that demand. Enron, Worldcom and other high-profile cases of management and leadership misconduct have highlighted the need for such a book to provide the reader with crucial insights ... more »

... on thousands of rates, each broken down to labour, material overheads and profit. This is the first book to include typical project costs for: * Garden maintenance work on blocks of flats and individual houses * Schools and sports fields * Garden makeovers * Laying patios and paths * Small land drainage ... more »

Drawing on a wealth of experience the authors present an essential and comprehensive coverage of masonry wall construction for students of civil and structural engineering, architecture, building, surveying and related courses. It will also be a useful guide for practising engineers and other professionals ... more »

This highly successful book describes the background to the design principles, methods and procedures required in the design process for reinforced concrete structures. The easy to follow style makes it an ideal reference for students and professionals alike. more »

This is the sixth edition of the bestselling text which has been widely praised for its clarity, depth of explanation and extensive coverage. As with previous editions, the aim is to present the fundamental principles of soil mechanics and illustrate how they are applied in practical situations. This ... more »

Product Info This new edition of a highly practical text gives a detailed presentation of the design of common reinforced concrete structures to limit state theory in accordance with BS 8110. more »

Although the UK's Building Regulations are complex and lengthy, their essential features are relatively straightforward. In this 3rd edition of his bestselling book, Simon Polley brings his brief and practical guide fully up-to-date for Spon, with a number of key changes across the book and the addition ... more »

Inside the Minds: The Laws Behind Technology is an authoritative, insider's perspective on the laws which govern technology, the essential capabilities of the successful practitioner, and the future of this legal discipline, on a global scale. Featuring Department Heads, Group Chairs, and Leading Partners ... more »

This book begins by presenting some of the models which form a part of the typical undergraduate geotechnical curriculum. There is then a description of some of the aspects of soil behavior which contribute to the challenge of geotechnical modelling. The book is derived from courses given to M level ... more »

Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business intelligence from C-Level executives (Chairman, CEO, CFO, CMO, Partner) from the world's most respected companies nationwide, rather than third-party accounts from unknown authors and analysts. Each chapter is comparable to an essay/thought leadership ... more »

Noise and air pollution from motor vehicles have a major impact on the physical and mental well-being of urban residents worldwide. Although control measures have already been implemented in most developed countries, noise and air pollution have only recently become major problems in many developing ... more »