Introduction to Architectural Science: The Basis of Sustainable DesignBy introducing the basics of architectural science, this book is an ideal reference that provides an understanding of the physical basis of architectural design. The knowledge gained from this book equips the reader with the tools for realizing the full potential of the good intentions of sustainable, bioclimatic design. The text gives the reader the knowledge to design in order to control indoor environmental conditions: heat, light and sound. Into this discussion is introduced the problem that traditional energy resources are finite, and their use damaging, and governments and professional bodies demand increasing levels of sustainable design. An outline is provided for creating the required indoor conditions with little or no use of energy, other than from renewable sources. Each chapter presents a quick outline of the basic and relevant physics of heat, light, sound and energy, followed by an examination of human requirements. The reader is then introduced to ways in which these elements can be controlled by the building and by its design. * Links architectural science to the practice of sustainable design; essential knowledge for today's architects * Accessible reference which introduces the relationship between technology and design decisions * Unique source of information covering the full scope of the subject |
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absorbent absorption acoustic architecture average building cavity ceiling climate coefficient colour compact fluorescent lamps component concrete cooling curve DATA SHEET daylight density diagram difference diffuse duct effect electricity embodied energy emissions emittance energy evaporation evaporative cooling factor floor flow rate flux frequency g/kg glare glass glazing heat flow heat gain heat input heater horizontal humidity illuminance insulation irradiance lamp layer light luminaire luminance luminous efficacy materials measured METHOD SHEET mineral wool noise nomogram outdoor output plane plasterboard polar curves pressure produced protractor psychrometric chart ratio reduced reflected resistance roof scale Section shading sol-air temperature solar heat solar radiation solid sound level space storage sun-path surface Table temperature thermal bridges thermal comfort thermosiphon tion U-value unit values vapour velocity ventilation vertical W/m² W/m²K wall whilst wind window