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Introduction to natural and man-made disasters and their effects on buildings

By: Language: English Publication details: Oxford Architectural Press 2003Description: xvi, 240p. ill 25cmISBN:
  • 0750656700
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 690.22
Summary: A comprehensive guide to all types of natural and man-made disasters and their effects on buildings. Provides overall guidance and a basic technical understanding of prevention, mitigation and management of disaster, and outlines a checklist of preventive design elements for each situation. With case studies, bibliography and websites.

A comprehensive guide to all types of natural and man-made disasters and their effects on buildings. Provides overall guidance and a basic technical understanding of prevention, mitigation and management of disaster, and outlines a checklist of preventive design elements for each situation. With case studies, bibliography and websites.