Architectural Technology - Couverture souple

Emmitt, Stephen

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 063206403X ISBN 13 : 9780632064038

Editeur : John Wiley &Sons, 2002

Synopsis

This core textbook brings together for the first time the technical, legal, social and philosophical issues under the umbrella of architectural technology. Part 1 covers the influences that affect the way we build -- the environmental agenda, the human factors, buildability, time and costs. Part 2 takes the reader through the life of a typical building project -- from briefing, through design and assembly, to use and eventual disassembly. Part 3 tackles some of the underlying issues facing the architectural technologist -- from the communication of details to technological innovation. Architectural Technolgy bridges the knowledge gap between design and construction, enabling the architectural technologist to apply their unique skill in a creative and innovative way. "As a textbook aimed at those studying for membership of BIAT this is clearly very thorough and has the recommendation of their Vice President Education. However, it can also justifiably earn its place on the bookshelf of anybody involved in the construction process as a reference and to aid an understanding of others he/she will be working with to develop an environment of which to be proud." Building Engineer, July 2002

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

it gives me great pleasure to support the first ever publication to specifically address the area of research, and in particular its relationship with practice, in the discipline of architectural technology not only ground breaking because it is the first book of its kind, but also because it provides at long last one of the accepted foundations needed to underpin the emerging academic discipline, namely a recognised research base.
CIAT, in supporting this publication, is aware of the need for books such as this to sustain the process of research informed practice, as an aid for both students and those practising within the discipline of architectural technology.
Norman Wienand MCIAT, Vice President Education, Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists 

Architectural technology is the realisation of architecture through the application of building science, forming the constructive link between the abstract and the physical.

Architectural Technology: research and practice demonstrates the importance of research in architectural technology and aims to stimulate further research and debate by enlightening, informing and challenging readers.

Chapter authors address the interplay between research and practice in the field of architectural technology, examining the influence of political, economic, social, environmental and technological issues. The focus throughout is on creating sustainable buildings that are constructed economically and function effectively and efficiently within their service life cycle.

The book s mix of chapters and case studies bring together a number of different themes and provides invaluable insights into the world of research from the perspective of those working within the architectural technology field – practitioners, academics and students. The underlying message is that architectural technology is not just a profession; it is a way of thinking and a way of acting. This is highlighted by contributions from architects and architectural technologists passionate about architectural technology as a field of knowledge. Contributions range from the theoretical and polemic to the pragmatic and applied, further helping to demonstrate the richness of the field. 

About the Editor Stephen Emmitt is Professor of Architectural Technology at Loughborough University UK and Visiting Professor of Innovation Sciences at Halmstad University, Sweden and a member of CIAT s Research Group.

Quatrième de couverture

Architectural technologists are at the interface between design and construction. As design becomes more complex, using a wider range of complex technologies and materials, it is essential that architectural technologists and other professionals understand the implications of their decisions on the performance of the building over its entire life cycle.

This core textbook on translating creative designs into functional buildings is written for undergraduates in architectural technology, architectural engineering, architecture and building surveying. The second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect new technologies – both in materials and ICTs, increased attention to sustainability, and changing methods of procurement.

Architecture Technology is structured to take the reader through the whole life–cycle of a building, emphasising sustainability, building performance and the value of design. Material on digital information, building information modelling (BIM) and information communication technologies has been updated. Most chapters have been re–titled, re–structured and enhanced with photographic images to emphasise the importance of design and make the book more accessible to a wider range of students. Chapters conclude with extensive links to further reading.

The three main themes – Environmental Sustainability; Innovation; and Design are emphasised throughout with the focus on translating conceptual designs into built artefacts.

From the book′s Foreword:

"...an excellent tool to enable the 21st Century Architectural Technologist to remain at the leading edge of innovative design solutions within the construction industry on an international scale.

CIAT, in endorsing this publication, is aware of the continued need for books such as this as a support aid for both students and those practising within the discipline of Architectural Technology."
Colin Orr, President of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: John Wiley &Sons
• Date d'édition: 2002
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 063206403X
• ISBN 13: 9780632064038
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 276
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible