ABSTRACT

Introducing the basics of architectural science, this book is an ideal reference, providing an understanding of the physical basis of architectural design. The knowledge gained from this book equips the reader with the tools to realize the full potential of the good intentions of sustainable, bioclimatic design.

All sections have been revised and updated for this second edition including more information on small scale energy generation methods and techniques. The book has also been reformatted to be even more accessible, with a larger page size and colour printing.

chapter |5 pages

Part 1 Heat: the thermal environment

chapter 1|10 pages

1 Physics of heat

chapter 1|6 pages

2 Thermal comfort

chapter 1|13 pages

3 Climate

chapter 1|18 pages

4 Thermal behaviour of buildings

chapter 1|23 pages

5 Thermal design: passive controls

chapter 1|18 pages

6 Active controls: HVAC

chapter |40 pages

Data sheets and method sheets

chapter |3 pages

Part 2 Light: the luminous environment

chapter 2|7 pages

1 Physics of light

chapter 2|4 pages

2 Vision

chapter 2|4 pages

3 Daylight and sunlight

chapter 2|15 pages

4 Design methods

chapter 2|16 pages

5 Electric lighting

chapter |18 pages

Data sheets and method sheets

chapter |3 pages

Part 3 Sound: the sonic environment

chapter 3|6 pages

1 Physics of sound

chapter 3|8 pages

2 Hearing

chapter 3|13 pages

3 Noise control

chapter 3|13 pages

4 Room acoustics

chapter |13 pages

Data sheets and method sheets

chapter |3 pages

Part 4 Resources

chapter 4|10 pages

1 Energy

chapter 4|18 pages

2 Renewable energy

chapter 4|12 pages

3 Energy use

chapter 4|6 pages

4 Water and wastes

chapter 4|13 pages

5 Sustainability issues

chapter |8 pages

Data sheets and method sheets

chapter |2 pages

References

chapter |2 pages

Further reading