{"title":"Andrew Orton","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAndrew Orton\u003c\/strong\u003e explores contemporary challenges and innovations in construction and engineering. His work offers insightful analysis into modern building practices, blending technical knowledge with thoughtful perspectives on design and sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a nuanced approach to the evolving landscape of technology in construction, with a focus on practical solutions and the future of urban development. \u003cem\u003eThe Way We Build Now\u003c\/em\u003e exemplifies his commitment to examining how engineering shapes our built environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-way-we-build-now-by-andrew-orton-9780419157809","title":"The Way We Build Now","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book examines the structural and construction design of buildings. The first part presents an overview of materials and structural forms from the perspective of the designer, architect and engineer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second part offers an extensive examination of over 70 case studies. These cases have been carefully selected and structured to summarise established modern methods of building construction. It contains copious ready-reference charts of design information, numerous photographs and meticulous axonometric drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Way We Build Now\u003c\/em\u003e is international in scope. Dual units are used throughout (SI and Imperial), with nearly half the case studies taken from the USA. Additional cases are drawn from Canada, Europe, Africa, Malaysia, Hong Kong, as well as 25 from the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47588833493228,"sku":"9780419157809","price":282.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780419157809-the-way-we-build-now.jpg?v=1777598916"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/andrew-orton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}