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      Introduction to Architectural Science

      by Steven V. Szokolay

      This 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.

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      Paperback
      LANGUAGE
      English
      CONDITION
      Brand New


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      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 all the most relevant developments affecting heat, light and sound controls. The book responds to the need of understanding beyond 'rules of thumb'.

      Table of Contents

      Part 1 Heat: The Thermal Environment part2 Light: The Luminous Environment part3 Sound: The Sonic Environment part4 Resources;

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      ISBN0415824982
      Year 2014
      ISBN-10 0415824982
      ISBN-13 9780415824989
      Media Book
      Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Publication Date 2014-03-10
      Edition 3rd
      Imprint Routledge
      Subtitle The Basis of Sustainable Design
      Place of Publication London
      Country of Publication United Kingdom
      Replaces 9780750687041
      DEWEY 720.47
      Short Title INTRO TO ARCHITECTURAL SCIENCE
      Language English
      Format Paperback
      Textbook 1
      UK Release Date 2014-03-10
      AU Release Date 2014-03-10
      NZ Release Date 2014-03-10
      Pages 392
      Illustrations 47 Tables, black and white; 403 Line drawings, black and white; 33 Halftones, black and white
      Edition Description 3rd edition
      Alternative 9781138293854
      Author Steven V. Szokolay
      Audience Tertiary & Higher Education

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