Introduction to architectural science: basis of sustainable design
By: Szokolay, Steven V
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Publisher: New York Routledge 2014Edition: 3rd Ed.Description: xi,380 Pages | Binding - Paperback |.ISBN: 978-0-415-82498-9.Subject(s): ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENT (AR-ENV)DDC classification: 720.47 Summary: Now in its third edition, this book provides the ideal reference to the physical basis of architectural design.
Fully updated and expanded throughout, the book provides the data required for architects to design buildings that will maintain the users comfort in a variety of conditions, with minimal reliance on energy intensive methods like air conditioning. This essential reference equips the reader with the tools to realize the full potential of the good intentions of sustainable, bioclimatic design.
All sections have been revised and updated for this third edition including all the most relevant developments affecting heat, light and sound controls.
This new edition provides additional coverage on the following areas:
--Water sources and supply
--Waste disposal
--Energy sources and supply (especially renewables)
--Sustainability issues
This is not a ‘how to’ book but answers the question why; responding to the need of understanding beyond ‘rules of thumb’.
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Now in its third edition, this book provides the ideal reference to the physical basis of architectural design.
Fully updated and expanded throughout, the book provides the data required for architects to design buildings that will maintain the users comfort in a variety of conditions, with minimal reliance on energy intensive methods like air conditioning. This essential reference equips the reader with the tools to realize the full potential of the good intentions of sustainable, bioclimatic design.
All sections have been revised and updated for this third edition including all the most relevant developments affecting heat, light and sound controls.
This new edition provides additional coverage on the following areas:
--Water sources and supply
--Waste disposal
--Energy sources and supply (especially renewables)
--Sustainability issues
This is not a ‘how to’ book but answers the question why; responding to the need of understanding beyond ‘rules of thumb’.
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