Environmental Design: An Introduction for Architects and Engineers

Paperback: 272 pages

Publisher: Taylor & Francis; 3 edition (February 8, 2006)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0415363349

ISBN-13: 978-0415363341

Description

Written and edited by a team of specialists at Max Fordham LLP, one of the UKs leading environmental and building services engineering consultancies, Environmental Design is the result of their extensive experience in designing environmentally-friendly buildings. The principles of their approach, which they have taught in numerous schools of architecture and engineering, are clearly presented here. This book is essential reading for architects, engineers, planners and students of these disciplines.

The book starts with some basic scientific principles and environmental issues and then moves on to site planning, energy use, materials and buildings form. Natural ventilation systems, high-efficiency mechanical equipment and alternative energy sources are covered. State-of-the-art buildings of exceptional quality are incorporated throughout the text and illustrate the authors belief that environmentally responsible architecture can be visually exciting. The book concludes with a selection of detailed case studies of award-winning projects including Beaufort Court, Kings Langley.

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Tall buildings and Sustainability

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Building for Life: Designing and Understanding the Human-Nature Connection

Description

Sustainable design has made great strides in recent years; unfortunately, it still falls short of fully integrating nature into our built environment. Through a groundbreaking new paradigm of "restorative environmental design," award-winning author Stephen R. Kellert proposes a new architectural model of sustainability.

In Building For Life, Kellert examines the fundamental interconnectedness of people and nature, and how the loss of this connection results in a diminished quality of life.

This thoughtful new work illustrates how architects and designers can use simple methods to address our innate needs for contact with nature. Through the use of natural lighting, ventilation, and materials, as well as more unexpected methodologies-the use of metaphor, perspective, enticement, and symbol-architects can greatly enhance our daily lives. These design techniques foster intellectual development, relaxation, and physical and emotional well-being. In the works of architects like Frank Lloyd Wright, Eero Saarinen, Cesar Pelli, Norman Foster, and Michael Hopkins, Kellert sees the success of these strategies and presents models for moving forward. Ultimately, Kellert views our fractured relationship with nature as a design problem rather than an unavoidable aspect of modern life, and he proposes many practical and creative solutions for cultivating a more rewarding experience of nature in our built environment.

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Future Forms and Design for Sustainable Cities

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Sustainability at the Cutting Edge

Description
Sustainability at the Cutting Edge is an essential guide to understanding the future direction of sustainable technology. This fully updated new edition deals not only with current best practice and state of the art case studies, but with the very latest emerging technologies which will transform the relationship between buildings and energy.

Professor Smith describes how buildings can be made to significantly reduce their reliance on fossil-based energy by the use of solar and geothermal resources. He also describes a range of renewable energy generating technologies. As sustainable building becomes increasingly essential with the advance of climate change, government legislation and international treaties, this is valuable knowledge for every architect, engineer and designer.

This immensely practical book is packed with useful diagrams, charts and colour photographs to illustrate a variety of the most recent case studies, including the education building, the Core, at the Eden Project in Cornwall. As well as exploring cutting edge developments in photovoltaics (PV) this revised edition also includes the latest data from the 2006 Carbon Trust report on wave and tide, and new material on the latest advances in bioenergy and marine technologies.

Buildings are currently a major part of the carbon emissions problem. This book indicates how they may become part of the solution.

* Introduces the very latest in practical sustainability techniques

* First point of reference for all architects and engineers who want their designs to be both responsive and cutting edge

* Useful diagrams, graphs and photographs illustrate the diverse technologies being developed to create optimum eco-efficiency in our built environment

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Ecohouse, Third Edition

Ecohouse, Third EditionBy Sue Roaf
Publisher: Architectural Press
Number Of Pages: 488
Publication Date: 2007-09-03
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0750669039
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780750669030


Description: Now in its 3rd edition, the bestselling Ecohouse continues to be both a technical guide and an inspiration for thousands of architects, designers and eco-builders all over the world.As the need to slow climate change becomes increasingly urgent, growing numbers of people are looking to dramatically reduce the carbon footprint of their buildings by using more ecologically sound techniques. Ecohouse provides design information about the latest low-impact materials and technologies, showcasing the newest and best 'green' solutions with international case studies demonstrating sustainable design in action around the world.This edition has been expanded to include advice on powering Ecohouses using renewable energy - including wind, micro hydro and heat pumps - and an introduction to low impact building materials such as lime, earth and hemp. New case studies from across the globe have been added to inspire readers with real life examples of how to make an Ecohouse workJust reading this book won't save the world from the impact of climate change - but if everyone from governments down to householders followed its advice we might just begin to turn the tide.Additional audience:Eco-enthusiasts and green self-builders will appreciate the handy hints and references on refurbishment and advice on how to kit out their Ecohouse with the greenest appliances and fittings. Lecturers and students on sustainable design and construction courses will find the latest real-world case studies fascinating and a great source of inspiration for their studio project work. * An indispensable reference not only for architects but self builders and eco enthusiasts too.* Covers all the latest building materials and technology needed to make a house 'green'* International case studies illustrate the best examples of inspirational eco design.

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Strategies For Sustainable Architecture (Re-post)

By Paola Sassi

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Number Of Pages: 306

Publication Date: 2006-07-24

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0415341426

ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780415341424

Book Description:

Filling a gap in existing literature on sustainable design, this new guide introduces and illustrates sustainable design principles through detailed case studies of sustainable buildings in Europe, North America and Australia. The guide will provide the reader with a deeper understanding of the design issues involved in delivering sustainable buildings, and giving detailed description of the process of integrating principles into practice. One hundred buildings, ranging from small dwellings to large commercial buildings, and drawn from a range of countries, demonstrate best current practice. The sections of the book are divided into design issues relating to sustainable development, including site and ecology, community and culture, health, materials, energy, and water. With over 400 illustrations, this highly visual guide will be an invaluable reference to all those concerned with architecture and sustainability issues

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Solar Power In Building Design

By Peter Gevorkian

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional

Number Of Pages: 476

Publication Date: 2007-09-14

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0071485635

ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780071485630

Book Description:

Solar Power in Building Design is a complete guide to designing, implementing, and auditing energy-efficient, cost-effective solar power systems for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. From basic theory through project planning, cost estimating, and manufacturing methods, this vital resource offers you everything needed for solar power design success.. . Filled with case studies and illustrations, this state-of-the-art design tool covers new solar technologiesdesign implementation techniquesenergy conservationthe economics of solar power systemspassive solar heating powerand more.

Solar Power in Building Design features:

Step-by-step instructions for designing, implementing, and auditing solar. power systems . Expert guidance on using solar power in any type of building-from basic theory through project planning, cost estimating, and manufacturing . Complete details on Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. (LEED), plus rebate procedures and forms . . Inside This Cutting-Edge Solar Power Toolkit . Solar power physics and technology Practical guide to solar power design Solar power design implementation Energy conservation Leadership in Energy

and Environmental Design (LEED) Sustainable energy rebate Economics of solar power systems Passive solar heating power.

5 MB

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Materials For Sustainable Sites - A Complete Guide To The Evaluation, Selection, And Use Of Sustainable Construction Materials

By Meg Calkins

Publisher: Wiley

Number Of Pages: 464

Publication Date: 2008-10-06

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0470134550

ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780470134559

Book Description:

This complete guide to the evaluation, selection, and use of sustainable materials in the landscape features strategies to minimize environmental and human health impacts of conventional site construction materials as well as green materials. Providing detailed current information on construction materials for sustainable sites, the book introduces tools, techniques, ideologies and resources for evaluating, sourcing, and specifying sustainable site materials. Chapters cover types of materials,both conventional and emerging green materials, environmental and human health impacts of the material, and detailed strategies to minimize these impacts. Case studies share cost and performance information and lessons learned.

7,5 MB

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New Construction & Major Renovation Reference Guide

By U.S. Green Building Council

Publisher:

Number Of Pages: 416

Publication Date: 2006

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1932444068

ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781932444063

Book Description:

The LEED for New Construction v2.2 Reference Guide is over 400 pages of advice and information on using the LEED for New Construction version 2.2 Green Building Rating System for your building project. It has been thoroughly revised and updated since version 2.1 with new case studies, updated guidance and resources, and new information on the process of achieving LEED for New Construction certification. For each credit, the Reference Guide provides: overview and points per credit, documentation requirements, summary of reference standard (where applicable), importance and benefits of compliance, recommended design strategies and technologies, potential design synergies and trade-offs, economics (when available), calculation methods and formulas, resources and definitions, and case studies (when available).

13,3 MB

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Strategies For Sustainable Architecture

By Paola Sassi
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Number Of Pages: 306
Publication Date: 2006-07-24
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0415341426
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780415341424
Binding: Paperback

Book Description:
Filling a gap in existing literature on sustainable design, this new guide introduces and illustrates sustainable design principles through detailed case studies of sustainable buildings in Europe, North America and Australia. The guide will provide the reader with a deeper understanding of the design issues involved in delivering sustainable buildings, and giving detailed description of the process of integrating principles into practice. One hundred buildings, ranging from small dwellings to large commercial buildings, and drawn from a range of countries, demonstrate best current practice. The sections of the book are divided into design issues relating to sustainable development, including site and ecology, community and culture, health, materials, energy, and water. With over 400 illustrations, this highly visual guide will be an invaluable reference to all those concerned with architecture and sustainability issues

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Landscape And Sustainability

By Maggie Roe

Publisher: Routledge

Number Of Pages: 320

Publication Date: 2007-09-19

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0415404436

ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780415404433

Book Description:

This unique book addresses the issue of sustainability from the point of view of landscape architecture, dealing with professional practices of planners, designers and landscape managers. This second edition contains updated and new material reflecting the developments in the field during the last five years, addressing the relationship between landscape architecture and sustainability in a comprehensive way.Much in the text is underpinned by landscape ecology, in contrast to the idea of landscape as only appealing to the eye or aspiring cerebrally to be fine art. As this exceptional cast of contributors argue, landscape is and must be much more than this; landscape architecture is about making places which are biologically wholesome, socially just and spiritually rewarding.Landscape and Sustainability establishes that the sustainability agenda needs a new mindset among professionals. The question to be answered first and foremost is, is it sustainable? The chapters in the book move progressively from theory to practice, from the global to the local scale and from issues of policy and planning through to detailed design and implementation and on to long-term maintenance and management. The contributors raise and re-examine a complex array of research, policy and professional issues and agendas to contribute to the necessary ongoing debate about the future of both landscape and sustainability

9,2 MB

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Green BIM: Successful Sustainable Design with Building Information Modeling

Meet the challenge of integrating Building Information Modeling and sustainability with this in-depth guide, which pairs these two revolutionary movements to create environmentally friendly design through a streamlined process. Written by an award-winning team that has gone beyond theory to lead the implementation of Green BIM projects, this comprehensive reference features practical strategies, techniques, and real-world expertise so that you can create sustainable BIM projects, no matter what their scale.

Summary: Essential design strategies

Rating: 5

As BIM becomes common place in the architectural design community, the tools and thought processes for designers will be transformed. The expectations of those who hire and pay the designer will be heightened far beyond the current standard of care.

It’s about time! CADD has held potential to automate, systematize, and streamline the construction industry for decades but has failed miserably to deliver. Currently with the advancement of BIM that potential is becoming a reality. We are on the cusp of a paradigm shift in our industry. Eddy Krygiel and Brad Nies have given us a glimpse of what the future holds. I am thinking every day about the impacts of what I do in my design work and with this cogent book I am more motivated to develop my basis of design concepts in a globally responsible manner. This text informs that basis with processes and theories in a very readable fashion

Summary: A clear BIM tool!

Rating: 5

I’m still enjoying to read some of the good advice in this book. Especially helpful is chapter 4 - dealing with the higher organizational values of sustainability.

Summary: Excellent book on integrated design

Rating: 5

This was a very useful book. The text was clear, easily understood and comprehensive. A wealth of information. Highly recommended…

Summary: Best book integrating BIM and Sustainability

Rating: 5

The best book for anyone wants to integrate BIM and Sustainability in their work practice, mainly designers.

Good for both students and professionals. a step by step procedure to achieve Green Design using BIM technology, with real life examples, procedures, calculations, etc…

The main program discussed is Autodesks’s Revit, wish they used more than one application.

Summary: Excellent guide, with real life examples and experiences

Rating: 5

This is a groundbreaking exploration of what you can do TODAY with BIM to make your buildings sustainable. Its got a lot of pictures and graphics that neatly explain the concepts. You can tell from reading the first few chapters that these guys really know what they are talking about.

Green BIM: Successful Sustainable Design with Building Information Modeling

By Eddy Krygiel, Brad Nies

Publisher: Sybex

Number Of Pages: 241

Publication Date: 2008-04-28

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0470239603

ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780470239605

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Urban Design - Green Dimensions

by: J C Moughtin, Peter Shirley

Publisher: Architectural Press

Number Of Pages: 272

Publication Date: 2005-02-11

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0750662077

Book Description:

In Green Dimensions, Cliff Moughtin relates sustainable development and green design to the realm of urban design and development. Examining regional and local frameworks for design and planning, this book shows how sustainable urban design can be implemented on every scale. Working from a strong theoretical base, the author uses case studies and discusses policy developments, in order to challenge the conventional wisdom on sustainable design. The book provides a rounded discussion of the application and suitability of current practice, and predicts future design needs. Updating the reader on topics such as energy efficiency, sustainable city forms and the culture of new urbanism,this completely revised and restructured second edition also includes brand new chapters on the Urban Park and Bio-diversity. Sets sustainable urban design in a regional and political context, providing real life attainable guidance · Provides inspiration for planners worldwide through international examples and case studies ·Includes latest hot topics in sustainability to give your designs the cutting edge.

10 MB

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Adapting Buildings And Cities For Climate Change (Repost)

By Sue Roaf, David Crichton, Fergus Nicol,

Publisher: Architectural Press

Number Of Pages: 384

Publication Date: 2004-12-30

ISBN / ASIN: 0750659114

EAN: 9780750659116

Binding: Paperback

Manufacturer: Architectural Press

Studio: Architectural Press

Book Description:

From the author of the bestseller 'Ecohouse' this challenging and exciting text gives you an insight into the real changes that are necessary to give our modern day built environment both 'sustainability' and 'survivability'. The book is based on the premise that climate change is going to happen and its impacts on our lives are going to be far worse than generally expected. Sue Roaf argues that many modern buildings are not only 'unsustainable' in themselves but are also having a catastrophic effect on the global climate. In a unique argument, she illustrates that the only way we can hope to survive the following century in tact is if we not only begin to radically reduce CO2 emissions from our buildings and stop building climatically disastrous building types but also build only the buildings that can survive in the changed climates of the future.Throughout the book, traditional and modern building types are used to: explain the history and impacts of climates past, present and future on buildings; set the scene in terms of the history of building development of where we are now and where we are going in terms of sustainability and survivability of buildings; develop two main scenarios of future building development with the 'business as usual' model and the 'survival plan' model, and to make a list of recommendations based on the two scenarios of what actions should be taken by architects, planners and engineers as well as local and national governments, businesses and ordinary people in ensuring the true sustainable nature of the built environment.· A unique text that reassesses the fundamentals of sustainable design· A discussion and design guide providing you with the full picture of true sustainability· Includes case studies

7,9 MB

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Enviromental Design + Construction - 2009 January

124 MB

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Good Green Homes

By Jennifer Roberts

Publisher: Gibbs Smith

Number Of Pages: 160

Publication Date: 2003-09-29

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1586851799

ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781586851798

Book Description:

Green. It conjures images of a meadow in spring for some, and the color of money for others. What does "green" have to do with our homes? In essence, green building-or sustainable building-means being smart about how we use energy, water, and building materials so that we can live well without needlessly damaging the environment. Creating a good green home isn't just about conservation, about using less or saving more-although that's certainly part of it. It's about creating better homes that are easier on the environment, less expensive over the long term, and more delightful to come home to. That's the message Jennifer Roberts wants to share in Good Green Homes, the ultimate new guide for people who want to live in comfortable, healthy, environmentally conscious homes. With some simple steps outlined in this book, you can save money, and do your part to help save the environment. For instance, using an energy-efficient light bulb saves you money. It also results in less demand for electricity, which in turn results in less pollution from power plants, which may help a child with asthma breathe a little easier. If you associate green-built housing with the unconventional or the quirky-tree houses, geodesic domes, dwellings constructed of tires or soda bottles-think again. Perfect for homeowners, remodelers, renters (who might be surprised by how much is within their ower to change), architects, builders, and interior designers, this book lays out seven fundamental principles of green building, illustrated with more than 150 color and 20 black and white photographs of more than twenty-five homes.

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Sustianable Building Design Book

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Sustainable Design: Ecology, Architecture, and Planning

Product Description

Meeting the Challenge of Sustainable Design

“Daniel Williams’s Sustainable Design is . . . a thoroughly practical call for the design professions to take the next steps toward transformation of the human prospect toward a future that is sustainable and sustaining of the best in human life lived in partnership not domination.”
–From the Foreword by David W. Orr, the Paul Sears Distinguished Professor of Environmental Studies and Politics and Chair of the Environmental Studies Program at Oberlin College

“In this pioneering book, Daniel Williams provides the sort of intelligent, thoughtful, experienced insights that–if followed–will ensure that we make the right choices. It should be on the desk of every architect in the world.”
–Denis Hayes, president and CEO of the Bullitt Foundation and coordinator of the first Earth Day in 1970

Architects identify “sustainability” as the most important change in the future of their profession. Sustainable Design: Ecology, Architecture, and Planning is a practical, comprehensive guide to design and plan a built environment compatible with the region’s economic, social, and ecological patterns.

In this book, Daniel Williams challenges professionals to rethink architecture and to see their projects not as objects but as critical, connected pieces of the whole, essential to human health as well as to regional economy and ecology. Comprehensive in scope, Sustainable Design answers key questions such as:
* How do I begin thinking and designing ecologically?

* What is the difference between “green design” and “sustainable design”?

* What are some examples of effective change I can make that will have the most impact for the least cost?

Written for architects, planners, landscape architects, engineers, public officials, and change agent professionals, this important resource defines the issues of sustainable design, illustrates conceptual and case studies, and provides support for continued learning in this increasingly central focus of architects’ and urban planners’ work.

Williams’s book features winning projects from the first decade of the AIA’s Committee on the Environment (COTE) Top Ten award program.

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Product Details

* Hardcover: 304 pages
* Publisher: Wiley (May 1, 2007)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 0471709530
* ISBN-13: 978-0471709534

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Microgeneration - Low Energy Strategies For Larger Buildings

By Dave Parker

Publisher: Architectural Press

Number Of Pages: 224

Publication Date: 2008-10-26

ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0750684704

ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780750684705

Book Description:

Spiralling fuel costs, frequent power cuts, 'energy wars' with fuel rich countries holding consumers to ransom - these are just some of the issues that are helping to ensure that microgeneration of power, at the individual building level, is becoming a more and more attractive option to 'grid power'.In this book author Dave Parker describes the many and varied microgeneration options, from wind turbines and solar power to biomass and heatsinks, and even gives advice on how architects and developers can best access the increasingly large amount of government funding to help implement these strategies.

This book can help those in the building and construction industry to really make a difference in the fight against

climate change, by explaining how to utilise the technology already within our reach.

* Comprehensive review of the latest technology available.

* Shows how to assess/compare/combine the merits of the available systems.

* Gives hard information on how to adopt appropriate microgeneration technology for a specific project.

6,4 MB

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