Designed to Perform: An Illustrated Guide to Delivering Energy Efficient Homes (2)

By: Tom Dollard

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Synopsis: How do we ensure sustainable buildings perform as intended? The performance gap between predicted and actual energy use in new homes has been identified as key problem by government and industry experts. This updated edition is an illustrated practical design guide to delivering better energy performance in all types of new build homes. It introduces readers to the concept of the performance gap and highlights clear issues and solutions to help architects improve their detailing at design stage. The book: Features annotated details with photos taken from live construction sites Includes accessible practical guidance for busy practitioners Raises construction quality and performance of new homes Promotes the case for more architect supervision throughout the construction process A new chapter features innovative low carbon building methods, including hempcrete blocks, clay blocks and straw bale. All information has been updated to reflect the latest data with fresh details and technologies.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 224 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781000786897
Related ISBNs:: 9781914124266, 9781003344100
Publisher:: RIBA Publishing
Date of Addition:: 12/03/22
Copyrighted By:: RIBA Publishing
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Reference, Art and Architecture, Business and Finance
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.