Introduction to Architectural Science: The Basis of Sustainable Design - Softcover

Szokolay, S. V.

 
9780750658492: Introduction to Architectural Science: The Basis of Sustainable Design
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0750658495 ISBN 13: 9780750658492
Verlag: Architectural Press, 2004

Inhaltsangabe

By introducing the basics of architectural science, this book is an ideal reference that provides an understanding of the physical basis of architectural design. The knowledge gained from this book equips the reader with the tools for realizing the full potential of the good intentions of sustainable, bioclimatic design.

The text gives the reader the knowledge to design in order to control indoor environmental conditions: heat, light and sound. Into this discussion is introduced the problem that traditional energy resources are finite, and their use damaging, and governments and professional bodies demand increasing levels of sustainable design. An outline is provided for creating the required indoor conditions with little or no use of energy, other than from renewable sources.

Each chapter presents a quick outline of the basic and relevant physics of heat, light, sound and energy, followed by an examination of human requirements. The reader is then introduced to ways in which these elements can be controlled by the building and by its design.

* Links architectural science to the practice of sustainable design; essential knowledge for today's architects
* Accessible reference which introduces the relationship between technology and design decisions
* Unique source of information covering the full scope of the subject

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Steven V. Szokolay was founding Director of the Architectural Science Unit and Head of the Department of Architecture.

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Verlag
Architectural Press
Erscheinungsdatum
2004
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
0750658495
ISBN 13 
9780750658492
Einband
Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten
352
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