Climate responsive design : a study of buildings in moderate and hot humid climates

Author

• Hyde, Richard

Additional Author(s)

-

Publisher

London; New York: Spon Press, 2000

Language

English

ISBN

9780419209706

Series

Subject(s)

• ARCHITECTURE AND CLIMATE
• ARCHITECTURE-AUSTRALIA
• ARCHITECTURE, TROPICAL

Notes

. Bibliography: p.239-240. Index: p.241-244

Abstract

Climate Responsive Design provides a unique source for students and practising architects requiring guidance on climatic design. Covering theory and application it provides examples of innovative and best practice in 'responsive architecture' through case studies. The book also covers the broader topic of technology as a generator in design which will be of interest to all those involved in design and building. The book focuses on tropical climate but some of the theory can be applied to other climates; the difference in application is clearly delineated.

Physical Dimension

Number of Page(s)

xi, 244 p.

Dimension

25 cm.

Other Desc.

ill.

Summary / Review / Table of Content

Part 1
1 Design issues --
2 Warm climates and the building context 15 --
3 Climate responsive design 45 --

Part 2 Strategies --
4 Building structure 97 --
5 Building process 121 --
6 Roof 137 --
7 External wall 161 --
8 Floors and internal walls 183 --
9 Veranda 203 --
10 Courtyards 221.

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