Filling a gap in existing literature on sustainable design; this new guide introduces and illustrates sustainable design principles through detailed case studies of sustainable buildings in Europe; North America and Australia. The guide will provide the reader with a deeper understanding of the design issues involved in delivering sustainable buildings; and giving detailed description of the process of integrating principles into practice.Approximately one hundred case studies of sixty buildings; ranging from small dwellings to large commercial buildings; and drawn from a range of countries; demonstrate best current practice. The sections of the book are divided into design issues relating to sustainable development; including site and ecology; community and culture; health; materials; energy and water. With over 400 illustrations; this highly visual guide will be an invaluable reference to all those concerned with architecture and sustainability issues.
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0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. I somehow recommend this bookBy Lora S.Helpful but confusing and illogical (partly) get it now;it is only 99 cents. Quality is artistically helpful. Also gives better understanding0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. another out of stock bookBy Ed VaskoThis is the second time in the past 2 months where Ive ordered a book that is supposed to be in stock but is not. So; the order is just cancelled--a huge waste of my time and it is not appreciated.Please get you quality act together.4 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Human anatomy for art studentsBy Customermore text than pictures; and even the pictures or in bad order;with not much comprehension as to the different anatomy groups;all pics are isolated and there are close to no real life photographs.very small drawings; so no descriptive view of the various muscles(manyof which are left out) there are plenty of cheap books to purchase; leavethis one on the screen; Recommends:if you want a cheap; great anatomy bookget ART STUDENTS ANATOMY EDMOND J FARRIS.