Introduction to Architectural Science: The Basis of Sustainable Design
Steven Szokolay
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Description for Introduction to Architectural Science: The Basis of Sustainable Design
Paperback. Num Pages: 392 pages, 47 black & white tables, 33 black & white halftones, 403 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: AMC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 274 x 219 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1106.
Now in its third edition, this book provides the ideal and only 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 is not a ‘how to’ book but answers the question why. It 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 ... Read more
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Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
384
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Weight
1075g
Number of Pages
392
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415824989
SKU
V9780415824989
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About Steven Szokolay
Steven V Szokolay is an architect and energy and environmental consultant who, after some years of practice in Sydney and London, taught at Liverpool, Nairobi, London and Queensland, where he was founding Director of the Architectural Science Unit and Head of the Department of Architecture. He is co-author of the Manual for Tropical Housing and the author of over a ... Read more
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