Fundamentals of Integrated Design for Sustainable Building

Name: Fundamentals of Integrated Design for Sustainable Building
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ISBN: 9780470152935

ISBN-10: 0470152931

ISBN-13: 9780470152935

Edition: 2009

Authors: Marian Keeler, Bill Burke, Keeler

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A rich sourcebook covering the breadth of environmental building, Sustainable Building Design: Principles and Practices introduces the student and practitioner to the history, theory and technology of green building. Using an active learning approach, the concepts of sustainble architecture are explained and reinforced through design problems, research exercises, study questions, team projects, and discussion topics.Chapters by specialists in the green movement round out this survey of all the important issues and developments that students and professionals need to know. From history and philosophy to design technologies and practice, this sweeping resource is sure to be referenced until…

Book details

List price: $60.00
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Limited
Publication date: 6/5/2009
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 360
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.25" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 2.684
Language: English



Preface


Acknowledgements


Contributors


The Integrated Building Design Process


A History of the Environmental Movements


Modern International Conferences and Treaties


The Emergence of Green Building and Green Building Legislation


Sources of Chemicals in the Environment


Environmental Chemicals in Humans and Buildings


Indoor Air Quality Technologies--Green Design for Long-Term Occupant Health


Indoor Environmental Quality Issues


Introduction to Energy Issues: Use and Standards


Basic Physical Principles of Energy Transfer and Storage


Energy-Efficient Building Design: Residential and Small Commercial Buildings


Energy-Efficient Building Design: Nonresidential Buildings


Resource Efficiency and Resource Use in Buildings


Materials Selection and Product Certification


Water Quality and Water Conservation


Sustainable Neighborhoods and Communities


Case Studies


Rating Systems and Practice Tools


Life Cycle Assessment


Waste Impacts in the Building Industry


Construction and Demolition Waste Management


Conclusion


Glossary


Bibliography


Appendices



Selected Green Buildings



Alternative Construction Types



The State of Our Health in Buildings