Microclimate Landscape Design - Couverture souple

D. Brown, Robert

 
9780471056676: Microclimate Landscape Design

Synopsis

This indispensable text describes how microclimates are formed and provides design techniques for modifying microclimates to create more comfortable environments outdoors and to increase energy efficiency indoors. Focuses on planning and design for modifying the key variables of microclimates, including wind, radiation, temperature, humidity and precipitation.

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À propos de l?auteur

ROBERT D. BROWN is Associate Professor and Coordinator of Graduate Studies in the School of Landscape Architecture, University of Guelph, Canada, where he also received his MLA and PhD in micrometeorology. Dr. Brown maintains active teaching and research programs and is a frequent contributor to the professional literature.

TERRY J. GILLESPIE is Professor in the Department of Land Resource Science at the University of Guelph, where he also received his PhD in meteorology. Dr. Gillespie has received numerous teaching awards, including the prestigious John Bell Award, and was recognized as Canadian Professor of the Year.

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