Dr. Le Thi Thu Huong
- Academic Coordinator of ARC
- huong.ltt@vgu.edu.vn
Yen Nguyen
- Scholarly and Communication officer
- yen.ntk@vgu.edu.vn
Dominik Eirich
- Librarian
- dominik.eirich@vgu.edu.vn
Dr. Le Thi Thu Huong
- Academic Coordinator of ARC
- huong.ltt@vgu.edu.vn
Yen Nguyen
- Scholarly and Communication officer
- yen.ntk@vgu.edu.vn
Dominik Eirich
- Librarian
- dominik.eirich@vgu.edu.vn
The future of modular architecture
Description
This book examines how modular design can reshape global construction through open-source systems and industrialized housing production. It outlines a model where architecture, sustainability, and globalization intersect to create more equitable urban environments.
Source: WorldCat
Manual of Section
Description
This work introduces a clear framework for analyzing and understanding the architectural section as a fundamental design tool. Through seven section types and detailed drawings, it demonstrates how spatial organization and structure define modern architectural form.
Source: WorldCat
Modern architecture and climate: design before air conditioning
Description
This study explores how twentieth-century architects adapted their designs to climate before the advent of mechanical cooling. It traces a global history of environmentally responsive architecture grounded in material, form, and shading strategies.
Source: WorldCat
Architects’ data
Description
This title is an essential aid in the initial design and planning of a building project. Organised largely by building type, it covers user requirements, planning criteria, basic dimensions and considerations of function and siting.
Source: WorldCat
Southern Vietnamese modernist architecture: mid-century vernacular modernism
Description
This book explores the emergence of a uniquely Vietnamese form of modernist architecture shaped by climate, culture, and independence. Drawing on extensive research and photography, it presents southern Vietnam as an important yet often overlooked center of mid-century modernism.
Source: WorldCat
Handbook of modern sensors: physics, designs, and applications
Description
This book provides an in-depth overview of the principles, design, and applications of modern sensors across scientific, industrial, and consumer fields. Emphasizing new smart and miniature sensing technologies, it serves as a key reference for understanding how physical phenomena are converted into electronic information.
Source: WorldCat
International practice for architects
Description
Drawing on the experience of leading practitioners, this book examines both the opportunities and challenges of working across international markets. It combines professional insights with practical guidelines for architectural practice in more than 185 countries, making it an essential reference for globally oriented designers.
Source: WorldCat
Energy performance of buildings: energy efficiency and built environment in temperate climates
Description
This book analyzes how buildings in temperate climates can achieve higher energy efficiency, comfort, and resilience through design and technology. Combining theory with real-world examples, it explores strategies for reducing energy use, integrating renewables, and adapting buildings to climate change and net-zero goals.
Source: WorldCat
Introduction to architectural science: the basis of sustainable design
Description
Introducing the basics of architectural science, this book provides an understanding of the physical basis of architectural design. Each chapter presents an outline of the basic and relevant physics of heat, light, sound and energy, followed by an examination of human requirements.
Source: WorldCat
English for Architects and Civil Engineers – All Project phases in English with vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, exercises and practical advice
Description
This textbook builds on existing school-level English to prepare readers for professional work in English-speaking countries. Through specialized texts, dialogues, and correspondence examples, it offers practical language training for all planning and construction phases of a project, including exercises, vocabulary, and tips for applying abroad.
Source: WorldCat
Construction and engineering manual: rational design of structural building systems
Description
This book presents theoretical and experimental research on the design and construction of optimized structural systems. It introduces new energy principles, computational methods, and testing approaches for assessing and improving the performance, durability, and efficiency of reinforced concrete and steel structures.
Source: WorldCat
Heating, cooling, lighting: sustainable design strategies towards net zero architecture
Description
Focused on creating net-zero energy buildings, this book integrates heating, cooling, and lighting into a unified approach to environmental design. With updated standards, design tools, and retrofit strategies, it equips architects and students with practical methods for achieving energy-efficient and sustainable architecture.
Source: WorldCat
Construction materials: geology, production and applications
Description
Providing a thorough overview of materials used across construction processes, this book explains their properties, standards, and applications. It covers everything from concrete, mortars, ceramics, and metals to sustainable practices and recycling, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals in civil and construction engineering.
Source: WorldCat