Energy and Environment in Architecture : A Technical Design Guide

ISBN-13: 9780419227700 / Angielski / Miękka / 2000 / 240 str.

Nick Baker; Koen Steemers

Opis

This technical design guide deals with environmental issues facing every architect at the concept stage of designing a building. Used during the initial design stage, the manual design tool, LT Method (2.0), should help the architect determine the energy efficiency of alternative design schemes. It predicts the energy use for lighting, heating, cooling and ventilation. The text explains principles behind the LT method and gives designers the confidence to develop their own response to energy efficient design. This design guide also deals with other environmental issues such as noise, thermal comfort and natural ventilation design. Case studies provide a critique of real buildings and highlight good practice.

Recenzje

'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

Spis treści

Introduction. 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.

O autorze

Baker, Nick; Steemers, Koen