Suggests one of the most energy efficient and environmentally friendly ways to refurbish offices using examples of real buildings and designs wherever possible. This book features the case studies including a building description, the retrofitting strategy, comfort and environment assessment, client and market assessment, and conclusion.
Suggests one of the most energy efficient and environmentally friendly ways to refurbish offices using examples of real buildings and designs wherever...
Whilst sustainability is already an important driver in the new building sector, this book explores how those involved in refurbishment of commercial building are moving this agenda forward. It includes chapters by developers, surveyors, cost consultants, architects, building physicists and other players, on the role they each can play in enabling refurbishment to be commercially, environmentally and socially sustainable. Case studies from northern climates show real examples of different building types, ages and uses and will demonstrate what action has been taken to create more...
Whilst sustainability is already an important driver in the new building sector, this book explores how those involved in refurbishment of commerci...