| Edition |
2nd ed. |
| Description |
146 p. ; 31 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
The green building. The imperative to green design ; Architectural quality, quality of service -- Process. Introduction ; Inception ; Design ; Tender ; Construction ; Operation ; Refurbishment -- Issues. Introduction ; Comfort ; Health ; Environment ; Objectives -- Strategies. Introduction ; Urban and neighbourhood ; Site selection and analysis ; Site planning ; Building form ; Building envelope ; Finishes ; Services, equipment and controls ; Renovation -- Elements. Components ; Materials -- Evaluation. Introduction ; Design evaluation tools ; Building performance simulation tools ; Environmental rating systems ; Life cycle cost. |
| Summary |
2000 years ago the roman architect Marcus Vitruvius Pollio wrote the ten books on architecture establishing the concept of the pattern book offering design principles and solutions. This title provides advice on the integration of sustainable practice into the design and construction process, the issues to be considered, and, more. |
| Subject |
Architectural design -- Technological innovations.
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Architecture and society.
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Buildings -- Repair and reconstruction -- Standards.
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| Added Author |
Lewis, J. Owen.
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| ISBN |
9781849711913 (pb) |
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1849711917 (pb) |
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9781849713115 (hb) |
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1849713111 (hb) |
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