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Author
Pub. Date
2014
Description
The host of Animal Planet's Treehouse Masters and the world's best-known treehouse designer and builder, Pete Nelson wants to put you in a tree. His motto: "Get 'er done, so you can BE in a TREE." With this book he provides a comprehensive source of inspiration and practical information about treehouse design and construction, and shares the basics of treehouse construction with his own recent projects as case studies.
Using photographs taken especially...
Author
Pub. Date
[1997]
Description
Two decades ago, Tedd Benson helped kindle the dramatic rebirth of timer framing in this country. Today Benson and others are combining centuries-old timber-framing techniques with modern building materials to create houses that are as beautiful as they are durable and comfortable. In this book, Benson traces the history of the timber frame and tells how to create a new house in the tradition of old-world craftsmen. This new edtiion brings the latest...
Author
Pub. Date
c2006
Description
Earth Spirit Living is a revolutionary approach to lifestyle design and personal space. Author Ann Marie Holmes, an expert on earth energy systems, reveals that by picking up subtle cues from the natural world, we can create healthy, enjoyable, and sustainable living spaces. She shows how we can effectively incorporate principles of sacred geometry, human intuition, and the power of space, shape, and layout to become aware of--and collaborate with--the...
12) Business center
Pub. Date
2014
Description
Links to information on how to do business with the Colorado Department of Transportation. Areas of interest: bidding opportunities, design/construction support, permits, data/traffic counts/maps, procurement bidding, financial mgmt & budget, CDOT rules, civil rights & business resource center, and Connect2Dot
Author
Pub. Date
2013.
Description
The purpose of this review is to assess the effectiveness and consistency of Work zone safety and mobility (WZSM) policies and practices for design, construction, maintenance and operations. The WZSM Process Review Team assessed the effectiveness and work towards consistent implementation and better understanding of current policies and practices throughout CDOT. The focus of this WZSM Process Review is to improve the safety and efficiency of work...
Author
Series
CER volume 68/69-16
Pub. Date
1968.
Description
This project was initiated July 1, 1964, to study the feasibility of recharging excess or flood waters to an unconfined aquifer. The study included the selection of a site; design, construction, and maintenance of structures; data collection, analysis, and economic evaluation of artificial recharge.
Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Description
The study found that FAST systems have demonstrated the potential to reduce the number of crashes and reduce the cost of winter maintenance activities, if sited at appropriate locations (e.g., high-traffic-volume ice-prone ramps). However, improved installation techniques and involvement of maintenance crews during FAST installation are necessary to further increase the cost-effectiveness of a FAST system deployment. Extra effort will be made in sharing...
Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Description
The advent of solar energy utilization in highway infrastructure around the country has been increasing in recent years. Right of Ways (ROWs) have several advantages for energy development such as the existing electrical infrastructure aligned with the major highways, a secured boundary, and easy maintenance access. To understand the potential impacts on driver safety, environmental resources, and maintenance operations, case studies are presented...
Author
Series
Special publication volume 43
Pub. Date
1997.
Formats
Description
"The purpose of this book is to assist Colorado homebuyers and homeowners in reducing damage caused by swelling soils. Although risks from swelling soils cannot be completely eliminated, they can be significantly reduced through proper site investigation, design, construction, landscaping, and maintenance practices. An awareness of these topics may be critical for the Colorado homewoner whose house is built on swelling soils."--Cover.
19) Theaters
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the history, design, construction, and uses of theaters and describes some notable examples.
20) Arms & armor
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A photo essay examining the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West.
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