Author(s): Adrian Tuluca
Publisher: McGraw Hill Text
ISBN: 0070711593
ISBN-13: 978-0070711594
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Hardcover
Publication date: January 1997
Synopsis: Today’s architects must design energy-efficient buildings, so they need to grasp all aspects of the building process related to energy savings. This guide makes energy-saving design strategies accessible to these professionals by explaining them in non-technical language. Included also are case studies which provide a thorough understanding of all facets of the building envelope, as well as mechanical and electrical systems.
170 illustrations.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- 1. The Building Envelope: Walls, Roofs, and Foundations
- 2. Glass, Glazing, and Solar Control
- 3. Efficient Lighting
- 4. HVAC Equipment
- 5. Heat Recovery
- 6. Cogeneration
- 7. HVAC Control Systems
- 8. Tools for Energy Efficient Design Conclusion
