Sustainable Construction
Sandy Halliday
Here's a text for architects, builders, and the anyone seriously considering the concept of "geen construction." It's loaded with discussion and data related to smart materials and new technology, with case studies and practical advice TABLE OF CONTENTS: Chapter 1: MATERIALS SELECTION
The issues and priorities affecting materials selection in the design of places, buildings, services and objects.
A realistic perspective on the range of issues which will affect decision making. Chapter 2: LIGHTING & DAYLIGHTING
Make informed decisions about lighting & daylighting design.
Contemporary tools and guidance which will assist in implementing best practice. Chapter 3: WATER & SEWAGE MANAGEMENT
Water flowing through building-- its efficient use, the appropriate treatment of the wastewater discharged and the potential for reuse.
Rain falling on and around buildings, the potential for reuse and appropriate discharge. Chapter 4: HEATING
Deliver high quality buildings which have a low heating demand and retain a positive affect on health and well being. Chapter 5: ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY & LEGISLATION
The key policy drivers for the creation of more-sustainable construction and the legislative requirements that need to be met. Chapter 6: COOLING & VENTILATION STRATEGIES
Consume less energy and provide greater comfort. Chapter 7: RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES
Guidance on how to make best use of the available opportunities and how to design and specify appropriate systems. Chapter 8: SUSTAINABILITY DRIVERS
Reviews the principle milestones which have brought about the shift in attitudes towards sustainable design of the built environment. Chapter 9: CONSTRUCTION PROCESSES, SITE ISSUES & HANDOVER
Best practice guidance on tender evaluation, site practice, management and handover. Chapter 10: LOW IMPACT CONSTRUCTION
Recent innovative initiatives to design using very low impact materials such as straw, earth, hemp and timber. Chapter 11: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
Develop strategies for low impact electrical services design and to implement them effectively. Chapter 12: POST OCCUPANCY EVALUATION
Review of methods of obtaining feedback from buildings in use.
History of development of the techniques with case studies largely taken from the PROBE studies. Chapter 13: COST ISSUES
Comprehensive review of the cost implications of "green" building. Chapter 14: BENCHMARKING PERFORMANCE
How to get, with the use of expert guidance, designed processes, tools and formal & informal environmental management processes,efficient, healthy, responsible buildings. Chapter 15: URBAN ECOOGY
The sustainable design of the built environment of our cities and countryside.
304 pgs, 9x10.5, 100 dwgs, softcover
Line Illustrations: 100
Measurements: 10 5/8 X 8 7/8 in
Pages: 304
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