101 rules of thumb for low energy architecture. (2021)

• Record Type: Book
• Other Titles: One hundred and one rules of thumb for low energy architecture; Hundred and one rules of thumb for low energy architecture
• Further Information: Note: Huw Heywood.
• Authors: Heywood, Huw
• Contents: Introduction 1. Working with site and location Sun and shade Climate and micro-climate Shelter from wind and rain 2. Manipulating orientation and form The relationship between sun and wind The impact of building form 3. The low-energy building envelope Heavy and lightweight construction The timing of heating needs Reducing heat loss 4. Energy and the internal environment Carbon free heating – direct, isolated and indirect solar gain Carbon free cooling: using earth, wind and water Carbon free lighting: daylight Colour 5. Rules and strategies for different climatic regions Hot–dry climate Hot–humid climate Cold climate Cold-winter/hot-summer climate Temperate climate
• Edition: Second edition
• Publisher Details: Newcastle upon Tyne : RIBA Publishing
• Publication Date: 2021
• Extent: 1 online resource, illustrations (colour)
• Subjects: 720.472; Architecture and energy conservation; Sustainable architecture; Buildings -- Energy conservation
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781000451160
• Related ISBNs: 9781000451146; 9781003212812
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Note: Description based on CIP data; resource not viewed.
• Access Rights: Legal Deposit; Only available on premises controlled by the deposit library and to one user at any one time; The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK).
• Access Usage: Restricted: Printing from this resource is governed by The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK) and UK copyright law currently in force.