Book, Introduction to architectural science: basis of sustainable design[LS]

Introduction to Architectural Science provides the reader with ideal references for the physical bases of architectural design. Translated from the third edition in English, updated and expanded to include the most relevant developments and advances in the areas of heat, light and sound control, the work provides the data that architects in particular, but also engineers and designers need to designing buildings and specifying their facilities with the aim of providing the best user comfort in a variety of conditions, with an emphasis on greater rationalization and less dependence on energy-intensive methods. This reference guide provides the reader with the tools to realize the full potential of the good intentions of a sustainable bioclimatic project. Covering the principles of heat, light, sound and energy control, its sections have been formatted and organized for ease of use and additionally cover the following areas: Water sources and supply Waste disposal Energy sources (particularly renewable ) and supply Sustainability issues. It is not a 'how to do' manual, it aims to answer the question of why to do it and the need for understanding of professionals who want to go beyond the basic rules.