This revised edition of the successful primer thoroughly covers fundamentals of lighting design, and also serves as a handy reference for professional designers. The Fifth Edition is more comprehensive than ever, with new information on LED, energy efficiency, and other current issues. In addition, it includes more information for drawing ceiling floor plans and the application of designs to specific types of interiors projects. Considered a "key reference" for the Lighting Certified exam, no other text combines both technical and creative aspects of lighting design for beginners and novice designers.

Interior Lighting for Designers

Arts & Photography

Gordon, Gary

Architecture

wiley

The inspired illumination of any given space can amplify its aesthetic impact and take it from the pedestrian to the sublime. And, for years, this excellent reference has guided architects and designers in the achievement of lighting artistry. Enhanced with more than one hundred new illustrations, Interior Lighting for Designers, 4th Edition takes readers step-by-step through the lighting design process as it covers lighting terminology, perception, general design strategies, and much more. 
Revised to address recent advances in lighting technology and practice, this edition also covers new equipment as well as revised specifications for existing equipment. Color photos of various design applications beautifully illustrate project concepts. Little wonder that this work has been identified as one of the "key preparation references" for design professionals facing their Lighting Certified examination.

Interior Lighting for Designers, 4th Edition

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

John Wiley&Sons, Inc.

Lighting design is not a mysterious art form. It is a process. And like any process, it can be learned. Regardless of the space you are going to light . . . and regardless of the light sources available for your use, the process is always the same.—Gary Gordon 
Here, at last, is the long-awaited Third Edition of the book that introduced two generations of architects and designers to the principles and practice of interior lighting design. This classic primer continues to be popular because it provides readers with a solid conceptual foundation upon which to build and refine their lighting design skills. Mirroring the teaching philosophy that has been so successful at the prestigious Parsons School of Design, it trains readers in a rational approach to the design process as a whole—an approach that has been proven to work for the lighting of any space, whether it be a gallery, office building, restaurant, or school. While the emphasis is on universal principles, the author also focuses on essential nuts-and-bolts details. Writing in a clear, eloquent, highly accessible style, veteran lighting designer Gary Gordon defines relevant lighting terms; describes lamps, lighting systems, and techniques; delineates key technical aspects of control and integration and the strategic use of daylight; and explores the complex principles of light perception, brightness, contrast, and color. With the help of numerous real-life examples and hundreds of exquisite photographs and professional line drawings, he brings all of the ideas discussed into sharp focus. In its incredible capacity for creating beauty and enhancing the quality of life of all within an inhabited space, lighting design is one of the most powerful tools in any architect's or designer's toolkit. Let Interior Lighting for Designers, Third Edition show you how to use that valuable tool to its fullest. Achieve your design objectives with the book that introduced two generations of architects and designers to the principles of interior lighting. Working from the premise that lighting design is not a mysterious art form, but a rational process that can be learned, lighting design professional Gary Gordon schools readers in an approach to the design process that can be applied to the lighting of virtually any architectural space. In addition to providing a sound conceptual foundation upon which to build and refine their lighting design skills, he offers detailed nuts-and-bolts guidance to every phase of the design process. Revised and expanded to cover the many technical advances that have occurred in the field over the past decade, this latest edition of the celebrated classic will serve as an invaluable reference for both students and design professionals. <ul>
<li>Defines lighting terms and describes tools, equipment, and light sources</li> <li>Features in-depth discussions of control, integration, and the strategic use of daylight</li> <li>Explores the complex principles of light perception, brightness, contrast, and color</li> <li>Makes all of the ideas discussed crystal clear with many real-life examples and hundreds of fine photographs and line drawings</li> </ul>

Interior Lighting for Designers, 3rd Edition

Nuckolls, James L.

Interior Lighting for Designers 4th Edition with Lighting Design Basics Set

Matroids: A Geometric Introduction

Matroid theory is a vibrant area of research that provides a unified way to understand graph theory, linear algebra and combinatorics via finite geometry. This book provides the first comprehensive introduction to the field which will appeal to undergraduate students and to any mathematician interested in the geometric approach to matroids. Written in a friendly, fun-to-read style and developed from the authors' own undergraduate courses, the book is ideal for students. Beginning with a basic introduction to matroids, the book quickly familiarizes the reader with the breadth of the subject, and specific examples are used to illustrate the theory and to help students see matroids as more than just generalizations of graphs. Over 300 exercises are included, with many hints and solutions so students can test their understanding of the materials covered. The authors have also included several projects and open-ended research problems for independent study.

Science & Math

Mathematics

Cambridge University Press

Matroid theory is a vibrant area of research that provides a unified way to understand graph theory, linear algebra and combinatorics via finite geometry. This book provides the first comprehensive introduction to the field which will appeal to undergraduate students and to any mathematician interested in the geometric approach to matroids. Written in a friendly, fun-to-read style and developed from the authors' own undergraduate courses, the book is ideal for students. Beginning with a basic introduction to matroids, the book quickly familiarizes the reader with the breadth of the subject, and specific examples are used to illustrate the theory and to help students see matroids as more than just generalizations of graphs. Over 300 exercises are included, with many hints and solutions so students can test their understanding of the materials covered. The authors have also included several projects and open-ended research problems for independent study.

McNulty, Jennifer

A mathematical exploration of the popular card game SET
Have you ever played the addictive card game SET? Have you ever wondered about the connections between games and mathematics? If the answer to either question is "yes," then The Joy of SET is the book for you! The Joy of SET takes readers on a fascinating journey into this seemingly simple card game and reveals its surprisingly deep and diverse mathematical dimensions. Absolutely no mathematical background is necessary to enjoy this book―all you need is a sense of curiosity and adventure!
Originally invented in 1974 by Marsha Falco and officially released in 1991, SET has gained a widespread, loyal following. SET's eighty-one cards consist of one, two, or three symbols of different shapes (diamond, oval, squiggle), shadings (solid, striped, open), and colors (green, purple, red). In order to win, players must identify “sets” of three cards for which each characteristic is the same―or different―on all the cards. SET’s strategic and unique design opens connections to a plethora of mathematical disciplines, including geometry, modular arithmetic, combinatorics, probability, linear algebra, and computer simulations. The Joy of SET looks at these areas as well as avenues for further mathematical exploration. As the authors show, the relationship between SET and mathematics runs in both directions―playing this game has generated new mathematics, and the math has led to new questions about the game itself.
The first book devoted to the mathematics of one of today’s most popular card games, The Joy of SET will entertain and enlighten the game enthusiast in all of us.

The Joy of SET: The Many Mathematical Dimensions of a Seemingly Simple Card Game

Humor & Entertainment

Gordon, Rebecca

McMahon, Liz

Gordon, Hannah

Puzzles & Games

Princeton University Press

A mathematical exploration of the popular card game SET
Have you ever played the addictive card game SET? Have you ever wondered about the connections between games and mathematics? If the answer to either question is “yes,” then The Joy of SET is the book for you! The Joy of SET takes readers on a fascinating journey into this seemingly simple card game and reveals its surprisingly deep and diverse mathematical dimensions. Absolutely no mathematical background is necessary to enjoy this book―all you need is a sense of curiosity and adventure! The first book devoted to the mathematics of one of today’s most popular card games, The Joy of SET will entertain and enlighten the game enthusiast in all of us.

Everyone knows the economy affects our investments. But which economic trends discussed by TV pundits and money gurus really matter—and which ones can we safely ignore? In Debt Cycle Investing, Gary Gordon explains the little-understood economic indicator that plays a crucial role in driving financial markets. Using vivid, simply-explained graphs, he shows how the economy and investment markets actually work, so that you can make smarter choices about where to put your money. Along the way, he’ll equip you to separate popular myths, fads, and fallacies from realities, helping you avoid falling prey to flawed thinking that leads so many investors astray.
"Wonderful cogent analysis. Terrific book!"--Karen Zimmerman, former trading executive, Credit Suisse
"An essential guide to contemporary investment thinking--very readable, with a touch of humor."--Larry Jeydel, former CEO, Almo Corporation
"As a long-time Wall Streeter, I didn't think I could learn anything from a how-to-invest book. I was wrong!"--Barbara Steiner, founding partner, institutional research firm Portales Partners
"Original, well-argued, and meticulously supported--an important contribution to the literature on investing that all investors should read."--John Cecil, chairman, Eagle Knolls Capital
"Helps us understand complex economic and market concepts in a straightforward manner with humor."--Steve Shapiro, former principal, Concordia Capital Partners
"I've rarely seen information so convincingly presented--and so logically. Valuable and entertaining!"--Steve Rosenblatt, former IBM executive

Debt Cycle Investing: Simple Tools for Reading the Economy to Make Smarter Investment Decisions

Business & Money

Investing

Wooster Books

Crossfire Canyon

Literature & Fiction

Genre Fiction

Kensington Pub. Corp

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