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The Basis of Sustainable Design
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Second Edition
By
Steven Szokolay, dip. arch., m.arch., PhD, Architect, energy and environmental consultant. Retired head of Department of Architecture, University of Queensland,
and ex-President of Passive and Low Energy Architecture (PLEA) International Association, Australia
Description
Introducing the basics of architectural science, this book is an ideal reference, providing an understanding of the physical basis of
architectural design. The knowledge gained from this book 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 second edition including more information
on small scale energy generation methods and techniques. The book has also been reformatted to be even more accessible, with a larger
page size and colour printing.
Audience
undergraduate and postgraduate students of architecture, as well as professional architects.
Contents
Heat- The Thermal Environment; physics of heat; thermal comfort; climate; thermal behaviour of buildings; thermal design- passive controls;
active controls- HVAC; Light- The Luminous Environment; physics of light; vision; daylight and sunlight; design methods; electric lighting;
Sound- The Sonic Environment; physics of sound; hearing; noise control; room acoustics; Resources; energy; renewable energy; energy use;
water and wastes; sustainability issues;
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Paperback, 358 pages, publication date: JUN-2008
ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-8704-1
Imprint: ARCHITECTURAL PRESS
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