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Book NKBA Professional Resource Library  9 Volume Set

Download or read book NKBA Professional Resource Library 9 Volume Set written by NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association) and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-04-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expert Kitchen & Bath Planning Guidance from NKBA – in one comprehensive package The NKBA Professional Resource Library is a complete reference set for students, professionals, and those working toward earning their credentials in the kitchen and bath industry. This nine-volume set covers the fundamentals of planning, design, construction, products, and project and business management with updated content approved by NKBA staff, accredited college and university course instructors, and experts in the field. This unique set includes nine individual guides packed with full-color photographs and detailed illustrations that cover the latest industry trends and practices – from CAD tools, sustainability features, and more. The NKBA Professional Resource Library includes full-length editions of the following books: Bath Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards, 2nd Edition Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Cabinetry, Equipment, Surfaces, 2nd Edition Kitchen & Bath Residential Construction and Systems, 2nd Edition Kitchen & Bath Business and Project Management, 2nd Edition Kitchen & Bath Design Principles: Elements, Form, Styles, 2nd Edition Kitchen & Bath Lighting: Concept, Design, Light Kitchen & Bath Sustainable Design: Conservation, Materials, Practices Kitchen Planning: Guidelines, Codes, Standards, 2nd Edition Get the insight you need to bring your innovative and functional kitchen and bathroom designs to life – on time, on budget, and within code – with the NKBA Professional Resource Library, 9-Volume Set.

Book Kitchen   Bath Sustainable Design

Download or read book Kitchen Bath Sustainable Design written by Amanda Davis and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-01-07 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The leading industry association's handbook for going green in the kitchen and bath Kitchen & Bath Sustainable Design is the National Kitchen and Bath Association's complete guide to "greening" these important rooms. The first book to focus exclusively on kitchen and bath sustainability, this full color guide covers every consideration for both remodels and new construction, making it a handy reference for any kitchen and bath professional. Case studies of award-winning projects demonstrate how space, budget, and sustainability can come together to create beautiful, functional, efficient rooms, and illustrations throughout provide visual examples of the techniques discussed. The book includes information on greening one's practice for the client's benefit, plus an appendix of additional resources and instructional materials for classroom use. Outside of general heating and cooling, kitchen appliances use the bulk of a household's energy. Kitchens and baths together use an average of 300 gallons of water per day for a family of four, and both rooms are high-use areas that require good air quality. Kitchen & Bath Sustainable Design provides a handbook to designing these rooms for sustainability, without sacrificing comfort or livability. With comprehensive guidance on approaching these rooms sustainably, readers will: Communicate better with builders, clients, and potential clients Understand technical considerations, and the criteria that make a design "green" Conduct a full design analysis, including life cycle costing and efficiency Learn the ratings systems and standards in play in the green kitchen and bath The biggest elements of sustainable interior design—energy efficiency, water use, and materials selection—are all major players in the kitchen and bath. Clients are increasingly demanding attention to sustainability issues, and designers must be up to date on the latest guidelines, best practices, and technology. Kitchen & Bath Sustainable Design is the complete technical and practical guide to green design for the kitchen and bath professional.

Book NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards

Download or read book NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards written by NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association) and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-12-28 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential kitchen and bath design reference, updated with the latest codes NKBA Kitchen & Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards is the industry standard reference, written by the National Kitchen and Bath Association and updated with the latest codes and standards. This new second edition features revised guidelines for cooking surface clearance, electrical receptacles, and ventilation for kitchens, as well as ceiling height, shower size, electrical receptacles, and ventilation for bathrooms. Revised to reflect the 2015 International Residential Code and the ICC A117.1-2009, all illustrations have been expertly redrawn using 2020 Design and Chief Architect Software to provide clearer visual reference for real-world application. With thirty-one kitchen guidelines and twenty-seven bathroom guidelines, this book provides full planning recommendations, code references, and access standards for today's kitchen and bath design professional. Kitchens and bathrooms are the two most functional rooms in the house, and also the most code-intensive. It is imperative that design professionals stay up to speed on the latest guidelines to ensure the safety and efficiency of their projects. Get up to date on the latest kitchen and bath codes Reference a new range of standards for clearance, ventilation, and more Design for storage based on the results of university research Examine illustrative and descriptive plans, sections, and perspective views The NKBA guidelines are based on a composite of historical review, current industry environment and practices, emerging trends, consumer lifestyles, research, and building codes. These factors combine to help kitchen and bath professionals create designs that are beautiful, functional, accessible, and safe. The NKBA Kitchen & Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards is the complete reference professionals turn to for the latest in kitchen and bath design.

Book Bath Planning

    Book Details:
  • Author : NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association)
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2013-01-22
  • ISBN : 1118362489
  • Pages : 464 pages

Download or read book Bath Planning written by NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association) and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-01-22 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The leading resource for student and professional bath designers—completely revised and updated Bath Planning is the most authoritative resource available on the subject, containing everything a professional needs to know to design a safe, functional, effective, and attractive bath. Based on the National Kitchen and Bath Association's Kitchen and Bathroom Planning Guidelines and the related Access Standards, this book presents the best practices developed by the Association's committee of professionals through extensive research. This Second Edition has been completely revised and redesigned throughout, with new full-color photographs and illustrations and a special emphasis on client needs, research, and references to industry information. Features include: New and expanded information on universal design and sustainable design The 2012 edition of the NKBA Planning Guidelines with Access Standards and up-to-date applications of the 2012 International Residential Code New information about storage, cabinet construction, and specifying cabinets Metric measurement equivalents included throughout A companion website with forms and teaching resources for instructors

Book Kitchen   Bath Products and Materials

Download or read book Kitchen Bath Products and Materials written by Ellen Cheever and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-10-13 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Objective guidance on kitchen and bath fitting choice to suit any client and any space Kitchen and Bath Products and Materials describes the typical materials, equipment, and surfaces used in all facets of residential kitchen and bath design. Part of the National Kitchen and Bath Association's Professional Resource Library, this comprehensive reference is fully updated and expanded to include new technologies, materials, and finishes, with considerations of sustainability throughout. Full color illustrations and a revised design help visual learners better absorb the information, and the companion website provides an image bank and instructor's guide for classroom use. Each chapter includes a summary and review questions, allowing readers to test their grasp of the material at every step. Kitchen and bath design is the most popular and lucrative area within residential interior design. As such, the enormous amount of options available for surfaces, fixtures, and materials is far too vast to be navigated by taste and aesthetics alone. Kitchen and Bath Products and Materials provides the background designers need to choose what's best for the client and the space, based on a number of objective factors and technical details. This complete handbook allows readers to: Explore material options for storage systems, fixtures, fittings, and surfaces Become familiar with sizing systems, efficiency ratings, and certifications Consider factors like manufacturing processes, engineering, and configuration Learn the terms and nomenclature used to describe materials, fixtures, and appliances Design is about more than just aesthetics – whether the project is a remodel or new construction, there are codes, standards, and functional requirements that must be met. Kitchen and Bath Products and Materials is a practical reference, providing the information designers need to make informed decisions.

Book Kitchen Planning

    Book Details:
  • Author : NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association)
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2013-01-30
  • ISBN : 1118404629
  • Pages : 496 pages

Download or read book Kitchen Planning written by NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association) and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-01-30 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The leading resource for student and professional kitchen designers completely revised and updated Kitchen Planning is an essential reference for any designer working in the kitchen field, containing everything a professional needs to know to design kitchens that are convenient, functional, and efficient, and that meet the needs of today's lifestyles. Based on the National Kitchen and Bath Association's Kitchen and Bathroom Planning Guidelines and the related Access Standards, this book presents the best practices developed by the Association's committee of professionals through extensive research. This Second Edition has been completely revised and redesigned throughout, with new full-color photographs and illustrations and a special emphasis on client needs, research, and references to industry information. Features include: New and expanded information on universal design and sustainable design The 2012 edition of the NKBA Planning Guidelines with Access Standards and up-to-date applications of the 2012 International Residential Code® New information about storage, cabinet construction, and specifying cabinets Metric measurement equivalents included throughout A companion website with forms and teaching resources for instructors

Book Kitchen   Bath Design Presentation

Download or read book Kitchen Bath Design Presentation written by Margaret Krohn and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-02-27 with total page 541 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The leading text on design communication, updated and expanded Kitchen and Bath Design Presentation is the National Kitchen and Bath Association's complete guide to preparing clear and accurate project documents and plans. This updated second edition has been expanded to include more information on hand drafting, specifications, and project presentation, with additional CAD coverage featuring software programs approved for the NKBA certification exams. This full-color guide includes detailed information on the NKBA graphics and presentation standards, plus extensive reference appendices including sample documents, cabinet nomenclature, and metric conversions. Each chapter includes a summary and review questions, and samples of NKBA drawings throughout provide ample illustration of the techniques discussed. Design presentation is the key communication between designer and client, contractor, and supplier. Accuracy and precision are essential, and mistakes can be costly in terms of both time and money. The National Kitchen and Bath Association established the standard guidelines for safe and effective kitchen planning, and Kitchen and Bath Design Presentation provides a thorough breakdown of the NKBA standards in design communication. Learn the secrets to accurate measurement with tips from the pros Master the art of hand drafting, and review the fundamentals of CAD Understand drafting conventions, dimensioning, and construction planning Study the NKBA's graphics and presentation standards, including specs, titling, copyright, and more Comprehensive coverage and clear instruction make this book ideal for CKD and CBD exam prep, and easy navigation and strong visual design make it a useful reference for professionals needing to communicate their vision. Designers must be skilled at translating idea to reality, and Kitchen and Bath Design Presentation is the industry standard guide to doing it right.

Book Kitchen and Bath Design Principles

Download or read book Kitchen and Bath Design Principles written by Nancy Wolford and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-01-05 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The industry standard, full-color guide to practical kitchen and bath design Kitchen and Bath Design Principles is The National Kitchen and Bath Association's complete guide to uniting function and style in these important rooms. This full-color guide is heavily illustrated, with a revised layout and graphic design that presents information more clearly for visual learners. The updated second edition has been expanded to adhere more closely to the standards of interior design, including new information on unity, proportion, scale, and variety, plus a new glossary to clarify unfamiliar terms. Stylistic themes remain a major component, with emphasis on the architecture, furniture, styles, and fashions of each era, and all technical and aesthetic information is presented in clear, concise language. The companion website features a teacher's guide and image bank that facilitate use in the classroom, providing additional examples of design principles in action. The National Kitchen and Bath Association established the standard guidelines for safe and effective kitchen and bath design, and this book is the complete guide to incorporating code and aesthetics from the very beginning. Function is just as important as style in these rooms, so Kitchen and Bath Design Principles teaches readers to: Apply the elements and principles of design to real-life situations Discover how best to apply the tools of design in daily business practice Explore the global and cultural influences reflected in popular stylistic themes Translate the aesthetics of an era into a workable theme for a kitchen or bath To best serve clients, designers must learn to meet all codes, regulations, and expectations with a balance of substance and style. Kitchen and Bath Design Principles is the industry standard reference, from the industry-leading provider of kitchen and bath design education.

Book The Fundamentals of Interior Design

Download or read book The Fundamentals of Interior Design written by Simon Dodsworth and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-01-29 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of The Fundamentals of Interior Design provides a thorough introduction to the key elements of interior design and the ideas that underpin them. The book describes the entirety of the creative process, from researching initial ideas to realizing them in three-dimensional form. Throughout the text, guidelines are given to provide structure to the interior design process and the reader is encouraged to adapt and initiate methodologies to suit individual project needs. This approach is intended to give designers a belief in their own abilities, and the confidence to tackle different projects with the unique challenges that each one brings. The book features a variety of diagrams and talking points to encourage students and practitioners to think about key issues such as understanding spatial relationships and the use of sustainable materials. This second edition includes new case studies focusing on well-known international interior design studios, such as Conran and Partners, UK, Slade Architecture, US, Gensler, US and award winning architects Chae-Pereira in South Korea. The introduction of interviews with contemporary interior designers allows readers an insight in to the working world of interior design. The new projects allow students to explore what they have learned in each chapter through experimentation and these activities encourage creativity and further learning.

Book Residential Interior Design

Download or read book Residential Interior Design written by Maureen Mitton and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 844 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical approach to planning residential spaces Residential Interior Design: A Guide To Planning Spaces is the industry-standard reference for all aspects of residential space planning, with a practical focus on accessible design, ergonomics, and how building systems affect each space. This new third edition has been updated with the most recent code information, including the 2015 International Residential Code and the International Green Construction Code, and new content on remodeling. Packed with hundreds of drawings and photographs, this book illustrates a step-by-step approach to design that applies to any residential space, and ensures that the most important factors are weighted heavily in the decision making process. Daily use is a major consideration, and the authors explore the minimum amount of space each room requires to function appropriately while examining the host of additional factors that impact bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, and more. Detailed information about accessibility is included in each chapter, making this book a reliable design reference for "aging in place" and universal design. The new companion website features teaching tools and a variety of learning supplements that help reinforce the material covered. Interior design is a fundamental component of a residential space, and a required skill for architecture and design professionals. This book is a complete reference on all aspects of residential design, and the factors that make a space "work." Design spaces with primary consideration of daily use Account for building systems, accessibility, human factors, and more Get up to date on the latest residential interior building codes Plan interiors for any home, any style, and any budget Designing a residential interior is about more than choosing paint colors and furniture—it's about people, and how they interact and use the space. It's about shaping the space to conform to its function in the best possible way. Residential Interior Design provides clear, comprehensive guidance on getting it right every time.

Book Kitchen   Bath Residential Construction and Systems

Download or read book Kitchen Bath Residential Construction and Systems written by NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association) and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-10-29 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised edition of Residential Construction and Kitchen & Bath Systems combines the thorough guides to typical North American building systems for homes for the kitchen and bath industry into one comprehensive, expanded volume, completely updated and revised throughout. Learning to "read a house" is an essential skill for anyone in the kitchen and bath field. This book provides clear, concise explanations of the home's structural systems and components, including the inner workings of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

Book Architectural Drafting for Interior Designers

Download or read book Architectural Drafting for Interior Designers written by Lydia Sloan Cline and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2014-07-10 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This resource on architectural drafting introduces the topic specifically for beginning interior designers. This second edition adds a new chapter 14, 'Incorporating the Computer,' which covers integrating software with hand drafting. Content reorganization - like new chapter 3, '2D and 3D' - makes this edition even more intuitive, with specific topics easy to locate.

Book PPI Interior Construction   Detailing for Designers   Architects  6th Edition     A Comprehensive NCIDQ Book

Download or read book PPI Interior Construction Detailing for Designers Architects 6th Edition A Comprehensive NCIDQ Book written by David Kent Ballast and published by PPI, a Kaplan Company. This book was released on 2019-03-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers & Architects, Sixth Edition is a comprehensive guide for students, interior designers, and architects involved in commercial and residential construction. Clear and complete explanations of how to select suitable materials and components and determine appropriate construction techniques make this book an essential, time-saving reference. Topics Covered Acoustics, Decorative Metals, Partitions Architectural Woodwork, Doors and Hardware, Security Systems Audiovisual Spaces, Flooring Construction and Finishes, Signage Systems Barrier-Free Design, Glazing, Structural Coordination Building Codes and Regulations, Licensure, Sustainable Design Building Investigation, Means of Egress, Wall Finishes Ceilings, Mechanical and Electrical Systems, Coordination Interested in a prep course for the NCIDQ® IDFX, IDPX, or Practicum? Click here to learn more. Comprehensive Reference Designed to provide easy access to essential information, this book’s key features include: Over 350 figures and tables. More than 2,500 index entries. Applicable Construction Specification Institute MasterFormat numbers in section heads. Quick-reference boxed text containing supplementary information. A chapter-by-chapter list of additional references. Binding: Paperback Publisher: PPI, A Kaplan Company

Book Branding   Interior Design

Download or read book Branding Interior Design written by Kim Kuhteubl and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2016 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The home goods market in the United States is the largest market in the world. Then why do some interior design firms thrive while others barely survive? The answer lies in one powerful little word: brand. More than a pretty logo, it involves telling the story of your distinct point of view--who you want to serve and why you do business, and it's a process that happens from the inside out. This book bridges the gap between designer and design leader and shows pros how to define, value, and communicate their vision; find clients who are a fit; and master the art of being visible. Worksheets give designers the tools to learn these strategies and apply them to their work. It also includes candid conversations with design leaders such as Barbara Barry, Rose Tarlow, Kelly Hoppen, Vicente Wolf, Christiane Lemieux, Clodagh, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, and others.

Book Smart Growth

    Book Details:
  • Author : Whitney Johnson
  • Publisher : Harvard Business Press
  • Release : 2022-01-11
  • ISBN : 1647821169
  • Pages : 132 pages

Download or read book Smart Growth written by Whitney Johnson and published by Harvard Business Press. This book was released on 2022-01-11 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Wall Street Journal bestseller Named one of 10 Best New Management Books for 2022 by Thinkers50 Creating a culture of learning and growth. Growth is the goal. Helping people develop their potential—enabling them to articulate and become the self they want to be, are capable of being, and that best serves them and others in the short and long term—is what we as individuals and leaders strive toward. But how do we grow? It turns out it happens in a predictable way, which means we can understand where we are in our growth and chart a way forward. In this compact, complete guide, Whitney Johnson dives more deeply than ever into the S Curve of Learning so that you can envision how growth happens and direct yourself and others in your organization to create a culture that fosters it. The growth and learning journey comes in three phases: the Launch Point, the Sweet Spot, and Mastery. Compelling examples of successful people will show you when and why growth is slow, how to keep going, what to do when growth and learning are almost too fast to keep up with, and how to leap from one growth journey to another. As individuals grow, so do organizations and societies. Growth is learning put into action—action that betters the world as we better ourselves and our small niches, both personal and professional, within it. Growth occurs when learning is internalized—when we try something new and invest the effort to move it from being something we do to something we are.

Book The Architecture Reference   Specification Book Updated   Revised

Download or read book The Architecture Reference Specification Book Updated Revised written by Julia McMorrough and published by Rockport. This book was released on 2018-01-09 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most architectural standards references contain thousands of pages of details, overwhelmingly more than architects need to know to know on any given day. The updated and revised edition of Architecture Reference & Specification contains vital information that's essential to planning and executing architectural projects of all shapes and sizes, all in a format that is small enough to carry anywhere. It distills the data provided in standard architectural volumes and is an easy-to-use reference for the most indispensable--and most requested--types of architectural information.

Book Publishing 101

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jane Friedman
  • Publisher : MBA for Writers
  • Release : 2014-12-04
  • ISBN : 0986312606
  • Pages : 302 pages

Download or read book Publishing 101 written by Jane Friedman and published by MBA for Writers. This book was released on 2014-12-04 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the basics of the publishing industry