The ecology of architecture : a complete guide to creating the environmentally conscious building / Laura C. Zeiher.

Main entry:

Zeiher, Laura C., 1955-

Title & Author:

The ecology of architecture : a complete guide to creating the environmentally conscious building / Laura C. Zeiher.

Publication:

New York : Whitney Library of Design, 1996.

Description:

269 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm

Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (page 265) and index.
Introduction. The elements of ecology and architecture -- Ch. 1. A history of ecology in architecture -- Ch. 2. Defining environmentally conscious architecture: pioneering American practitioners -- Ch. 3. Renewable resource technologies -- Ch. 4. The process: creating ecologically conscious architecture -- Ch. 5. Case studies: buildings in North America -- Ch. 6. Environmental legislation: opportunities and responsibilities.

Summary:

"Environmentally Conscious Design has become a major interest of architects, designers, planners, public officials, and industry leaders around the world. Unlike other books on the subject that focus on only one or another aspect of ecological design, The Ecology of Architecture answers the question, How do we design and build ecologically sound and affordable structures today that will perform well tomorrow? Written by an experienced practitioner in the field, the book details all facets of green building by providing comparative energy performance solutions, recycling alternatives, cost considerations, materials analyses, information on legislation, as well as examples of practical applications."--Jacket.

Resources:
Table of contents

ISBN:

0823015963
9780823015962

Subject:

Architecture Environmental aspects.
Architecture Environmental aspects North America Case studies.
Architecture Aspect de l'environnement.
Architecture Aspect de l'environnement Amérique du Nord Études de cas.
Bauökologie
Arquitetura (aspectos ambientais)
North America

Form/genre:

Case studies

Holdings:

Location: Library main 192827
Call No.: ID NA2542.35.Z45; ID:97-B3893
Status: Available

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