Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
The challenges of adapting traditional housing, preserving historic features whilst introducing modern concepts. Project examples demonstrate new glazing methods, developments in flat roof construction and structural innovations using steel and timber.
Author
Wilkcock, R.
History
Published June 2016.
ISBN
9781859465028
Subjects
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Building types
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Housing/residential facilities
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Rehabilitation and conversion, housing
Publisher History
RIBA Publishing produce best practice, legal, management and technical design guides for architects and other built environments professionals.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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