Academic : Engineering : Building construction : Architectural engineering. Structural engineering of buildings

Understanding sustainability and translating it into practice is a key challenge for today's built environment professionals. This title draws on established areas of knowledge of sustainability and demonstrates their relevance to today's environmentally-conscious building professional. more...

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Improve Your Green Design Skills with 24 Full-Color Case Studies of Sustainable Structures and Facilities!. Turn to Emerald Architecture for a full-color collection of 24 in-depth case studies of sustainable structures and facilities. Packed with more than 200 design-inspiring photos and illustrations, this beautiful architectural guide presents design data and specifications from a wide variety of projects, including schools, offices, labs, libraries, government buildings, and even a summer camp. For each case study, the book gives a description of the building, how it works, and how successful it has been. In addition, each case study includes architectural details, elevations, and floor plans…photos and illustrations…site plans…product sources and credits…key building parameters…charts for tracking climate and rainfall…and LEED scores and ratings. Written by the experts at GreenSource Magazine, Emerald Architecture provides: A one-stop source for green architectural data and design inspiration; 24 in-depth case studies of sustainable structures; More than 200 beautiful photos and illustrations; Details, plans, charts, diagrams, and elevations; Key parameters, such as location, square footage, cost, carbon footprint, and energy use; Charts for tracking climate and rainfall to forecast energy needs; Source and product information to maximize research and planning. A vital tool for everyone who wants to capitalize on the latest advances in sustainable design and construction, Emerald Architecture presents an abundance of “hard” information on the planning, design, and methods for green structures. The sustainability movement in architecture is gaining tremendous momentum every year, especially now that buildings can be rated with LEED and their operations tracked for effectiveness. However, the building industry is still in need of “hard” information about the planning, design, products, and methods for sus more...

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This book is an illustrated introduction and essential reference for green buildings, sustainable developments and green building technologies. It provides an introduction to green buildings and technically accurate, yet readily understandable, brief definitions of all key green building terms. more...

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Design and Construct High-Performance Buildings on Standard Budgets. This comprehensive, well-illustrated guide covers the entire process of building a certified green building. It offers expert insight into tackling various projects, from concept and design, to unifying members of the team, to constructing high-performance buildings on time and within budget. Written by one of the building industry's foremost experts in this area, Green Building Through Integrated Design includes case studies of a number of projects in North America. The book features interviews with key players to illuminate the integrated design process, including relevant issues, difficult challenges, and problem-solving techniques. Green Building Through Integrated Design is the most complete overview of green building project delivery methods available, and is a thorough blueprint that every member of the project team will find invaluable. Includes: Key questions to ask at each stage of the green building process; Profiles of 30 projects in the U.S. and Canada; Detailed interviews with numerous designers and builders; Useful checklists, tables, and charts, and numerous project photos; Key tips on how to iimplement the LEED design and certification process; Information on how to use green building project management software. Green Building Through Integrated Design covers: Project costs; Business case benefits; Green technologies; Rating and certification systems; Integrated design process; Design; Construction; Certification process; Operations; Case studies: more...

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Integrated Life Cycle Design of Structures explains how to optimise the service life of structures, Sustainability and material performance issues are detailed. It is essential reading for everyone involved in building design. more...

Price: $160.00