David Bennett Books

First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

As a building material, precast concrete allows a wide range of sculptural forms and design options. By treating the surface in various ways, fascinating textures and fine finishes can be produced. This book provides a systematic overview of the variety of applications for such concrete elements throughout Europe. Author David Bennett provides in-depth information on newly developed, especially lightweight forms of concrete such as GRC (Glass-Fibre Reinforced Concrete), Ductal and CRC (Compact Reinforced Composite). A selection of some 24 projects which are of particular significance, are documented in detail and provide a wealth of inspiring design ideas. The appendix comprises an overview of the building practices in the individual European countries and the availability of concrete elements. Amongst the buildings documented are the Scottish Parliament Building in Edinburgh by Enric Miralles Benedetta Tagliabue, the Synagogue in Dresden by Wandel, Hoefer, Lorch + Hirsch, and the Mexican Embassy in Berlin by González de León.

This volume contains four concept books in one. The books teach about shapes, sizes, colours and numbers by the use of rhyme. The reader first follows the rhyme and then has to find the answer to the question - who am I?

Immerse yourself in a whimsical universe filled with fantastical elements like flying rabbits, dragons, and typhoons on pedestals. Experience a blend of surreal imagery and quirky scenarios, including blue traffic lights, ancient songs, and viking buffets. The narrative invites readers to explore a realm where the ordinary meets the extraordinary, featuring amusing concepts like carefully-folded underpants and huckster shrikes, all woven together in an imaginative tapestry that sparks curiosity and wonder.

Featuring an extraordinary array of jewelry images, this collection stands out for its dazzling variety and captivating presentation. Created by the authors of Understanding Jewellery, it offers a visual feast that showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of jewelry design, making it a must-have for enthusiasts and collectors alike. The book promises to immerse readers in the beauty and intricacies of jewelry, highlighting its cultural significance and aesthetic appeal.

"Understanding Jewellery" is a comprehensive guide to 19th and 20th Century jewelry, featuring nearly 1000 color illustrations and clear explanations. It covers identification, dating, and valuation factors, making it an essential reference for collectors and dealers, while also serving as an educational resource on jewelry history.

Connect & Succeed is an excellent book for managers who want to get their employees engaged and motivated. Connect & Succeed is a communication style that enhances mere communication to connection-level. There are three principles to Connect & Succeed: Energetic Listening, Targeted Speaking, and Common Ground Connection. Each principle is introduced with in-depth information and insight. Additionally, active and positive ways to implement the concepts in real-life work situations are included.

Writer and engineer David Bennett presents the remarkable story of the rise of underground travel over the past 160 years. He traces technological progress and explores the architecture of the most dramatic and inspiring stations ever built, including the Bauhaus-influenced lines of Berlin's U-Bahn, the grandeur of the Moscow Metro's "socialist" architecture, and the exuberance of the Hollywood Red Line in Los Angeles. Thought-provoking, informative, and entertaining, Metro reveals historical facts, heroic achievements, and beautiful architectural details.

Die Untergrundbahnen der Welt sind nicht nur alltägliches Verkehrsmittel, sondern auch Ort ungewöhnlicher Architektur und reizvoller Kunstwerke. Metrostationen von Prag bis Shanghai haben jede für sich ihr eigenes und unverwechselbares Flair. Der Autor dieses attraktiven und reich ausgestatteten Titels nimmt den Leser mit auf eine Fahrt über die beeindruckendsten U-Bahnstrecken der Welt und beschreibt dabei Geschichte, Bau und Bauwerke. Mehr als 200 faszinierende Abbildungen - Fotos, Zeichnungen, Plakate und Fahrkarten - runden das Werk ab, das nicht nur Nahverkehrsliebhaber in seinen Bann ziehen, sondern auch Architektur- und Kunstinteressierte begeistern wird.