Modular construction can dramatically improve efficiency in construction; through factory production of pre-engineered building units and their delivery to the site either as entire buildings or as substantial elements. The required technology and application are developing rapidly; but design is still in its infancy. Good design requires a knowledge of modular production; installation and interface issues and also an understanding of the economics and client-related benefits which influence design decisions.Looking at eight recent projects; along with background information; this guide gives you coverage of:generic types of module and their applicationvertical loading; stability and robustnessdimensional and spacial planninghybrid constructioncladding; services and building physicsfire safety and thermal and acoustic performancelogistical aspects ndash; such as transport; tolerances and safe installation.A valuable guide for professionals and a thorough introduction for advanced students.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. can relate to any of the members of The Breakfast Club or think of Pretty in Pink as your high school soundtrackBy carilynpIf you grew up on John Hughes movies or found them later in life; can quote every line in Ferris Buellerrsquo;s Day Off or still dream of taking that day off; can relate to any of the members of The Breakfast Club or think of Pretty in Pink as your high school soundtrack; then Jason Diamondrsquo;s memoir SEARCHING FOR JOHN HUGHES might be just what you want to read. Just a warning; it is sad and has some very dark moments. Diamond; who grew up on the North Shore; which Chicagoans and Hughes fans will know all too well; had probably one of the most unpleasant childhoods I have ever heard/read about. In fact; I am still haunted by it and commend him for his strength to not only write about it but to have survived it. I admire his quest to become a writer; to pursue Mr. Hughes to such lengths; and to have the determination to stick with something even at great financial loss. But; stick with it he did and without giving any spoilers; he knew what his end goal was and did it all on his own. It is a remarkable story.I am shocked at both of his parentsrsquo; behavior and I hope that in the not-too-distant future; Diamond might share what became of his mother and father and how he came to peace with how they treated him. There was both abuse; physical and emotional; as well as abandonment; and no resolution shared in the course of the book. The parts about his childhood were so painful to read; and although Diamond was resourceful; he shouldnt have had to be; as only a teen; and the cruelty that they showed to him was unforgivable.Loving Chicago and the North Shore as well as Hughesrsquo; movies; I was inclined to read the book and relive the movies in all their glory. Each of them brings back memories of not only life as a teen; but of the city that I adore; which the director so lovingly captured on film.This is a heartfelt memoir that shows you really can follow your dreams; get knocked down a lot; get back up again and again; and if you donrsquo;t give up; you might just be surprised where you land.5 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Searching for a great read?By E. MCI came into this as a huge Hughes fan thinking it would be lot of commentary on movies; but I was surprised at how personal and powerful of a memoir this turned out to be. For those whove ever felt out of place; left behind; or otherwise discarded by a world that just doesnt understand -- this is a book for you. Diamond turns from a painful childhood toward the bucolic cinematic universe of John Hughes; in turn finding that one can only hide in film for so long. While the story is dark and at times difficult to read; the book is a testament to the will of young artists and the power of media to provide solace even when we are the most vulnerable. It reminded me of another moving book about teens; The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Diamonds earnest prose and deeply personal connection to Hughes makes for a great read; especially if youve ever struggled to find somewhere and something to call your own.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Misleading titleBy damsel41Not a book about John Hughes or his movies but a memoir. Misleading!
