Towards Zero-energy Architecture: New solar design - Couverture rigide

Guzowski, Mary

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1856696782 ISBN 13 : 9781856696784

Editeur : Laurence King Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

This book explores the theories, practices and principles of new approaches to solar architecture that foster both design excellence and low-energy use. In response to the challenges of global warming and climate change, design and technology enable architects to achieve greater performance standards white at the same time developing an environmental aesthetic. The book showcases ten award-winning buildings to illustrate the aesthetic and technological design integration of solar response in contemporary zero-energy and low-energy architecture. Towards Zero-energy Architecture is a much-needed call for the design professions to redefine architecture to help solve ecological problems.

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À propos de l'auteur

Mary Guzowski is an Associate Professor in the School of Architecture at the University of Minnesota. She teaches and conducts research related to daylighting, solar architecture, and ecological design and her publications include the book Daylighting for Sustainable Design. Recent research has focused on aesthetic and ecological innovations in solar architecture and carbon-neutral design.

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Explores the theories, practices and principles of fresh approaches to solar architecture that foster both design excellence and low-energy use. This book analyses ten awardwinning buildings, focusing on the details of the design strategy, the impact of local climate and the importance of seasonal changes in sunlight and wind strength.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Laurence King Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1856696782
• ISBN 13: 9781856696784
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 208
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible