Environmental Issues for Architecture
| By: | David L. Smith |
| Publisher: | Wiley Professional Development (P&T) |
| Print ISBN: | 9780470497098 |
| eText ISBN: | 9780470951231 |
| Edition: | 1 |
| Format: | Page Fidelity |
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This introduction to building systems for architects explores the basic physical principles and requirements of every aspect of passive and active controls in buildings. Rather than obsessing about the technical, engineering-related aspects of environmental controls, Environmental Issues for Architecture supports an understanding of environmental systems in order to inform architectural design. With topics ranging from lighting, acoustics, thermal control, plumbing, fire protection and egress, to elevators and escalators, all of the latest technologies are supported by an introductory historical perspective that helps the designer understand how developments in these areas has had a major influence on architectural design. Taking a designer-friendly approach, Smith supplies just enough technical information for architects to design buildings that are efficient and comfortable.