By Steven V. Szokolay
ISBN 0 7506 58495

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The book consists of four parts: 1, Heat: the thermal environment; 2, Light: the luminous environment; 3, Sound: the sonic environment, and 4, Energy and resources. In each part, the relevant physical principles are reviewed, followed by a iscussion of their relationship to humans (comfort and human requirements). Then the control functions of the building (passive controls) are examined as well as associated installations, energy-using ‘active’ controls. The emphasis is on how these can be considered in design. The first part (Heat) is the most substantial, as the thermal
behaviour of a building has greatest effect on energy use and sustainability and its design is fully the architect’s responsibility.
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INTRODUCTION to ARCHITECTURAL SCIENCE : the basis of sustainable design