Energy and Environment in Architecture : A Technical Design Guide by Nick Baker and Koen Steemers (2000, Uk-B Format Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherTaylor & Francis Group
ISBN-100419227709
ISBN-139780419227700
eBay Product ID (ePID)893683

Product Key Features

Number of Pages236 Pages
Publication NameEnergy and Environment in Architecture : a Technical Design Guide
LanguageEnglish
SubjectGeneral, Sustainability & Green Design
Publication Year2000
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaArchitecture
AuthorNick Baker, Koen Steemers
FormatUk-B Format Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight21.7 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN98-054418
Reviews'With the help of a guide such as this, architects are enabled to exchange ideas and to ask more penetrating questions of fellow consultants.'-Architecture Today, 'With the help of a guide such as this, architects are enabled to exchange ideas and to ask more penetrating questions of fellow consultants.' - Architecture Today
Dewey Edition21
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal720/.472
Table Of ContentIntroduction. Low Energy Strategies. The Provision of Comfort. Heating. Overheating. Day lighting. Ventilation. The Passive Zone Concept. Atria and Sunspaces. Energy Systems. Introduction to the LT Method. How to Use the LT Method. LT Method Worked Examples. LT Curves, Tables and Worksheets. Case Studies. Glossary. Appendices.
SynopsisA unique and revolutionary text which explains the principles behind the LT Method (2.1), a manual design tool developed in Cambridge by the BRE. The LT Method is a unique way of estimating the combined energy usage of lighting, heating, cooling and ventilation systems, to enable the designer to make comparisons between options at an early, strategic stage. In addition,Energy and Environment in Architecture the book deals with other environmental issues such as noise, thermal comfort and natural ventilation design. A variety of case studies provide a critique of real buildings and highlight good practice. These topics include thermal comfort, noise and natural ventilation., A unique and revolutionary text which explains the principles behind the LT Method (2.1), a manual design tool developed in Cambridge by the BRE. The LT Method is a unique way of estimating the combined energy usage of lighting, heating, cooling and ventilation systems, to enable the designer to make comparisons between options at an early, strategic stage. In addition, Energy and Environment in Architecture the book deals with other environmental issues such as noise, thermal comfort and natural ventilation design. A variety of case studies provide a critique of real buildings and highlight good practice. These topics include thermal comfort, noise and natural ventilation., This technical guide deals with environmental issues facing every architect at the concept stage of designing a building. This includes determining the energy use for lighting, heating, cooling and ventilation.
LC Classification NumberNA2542.3.B34 2000
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