Biophilic and bioclimatic architecture
Subtitle: analytical therapy for the next generation of passive sustainable architecture
By: Amjad Almusaed
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2011
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 422
ISBN-13: 9781849965330
Subjects: Sustainable architecture; Bioclimatology; Buildings; Architecture; Energy conservation; Environmental aspects
Description: Biophilic and Bioclimatic Architecture is a guide to innovative architectural design for architects, engineers and other specialists who are working with biophilic and bioclimatic architectural concepts. Biophilic and Bioclimatic Architecture has three parts: * Part I focuses on the relationship between architecture and human needs and the creation process, demonstrating the meaning of architectural value in architectural hypothesis. * Part II opens the way towards a new understanding of biophilic architecture as a response to the negative actions of humans and the negative effects of using natural resources. * Part III shows the significant benefits of making the connection between climate and comfort that can be achieved through bioclimatic architecture. Biophilic and Bioclimatic Architecture will enable architects, engineers and other specialists to develop innovative, sustainable architecture designs.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.