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The Basis of Sustainable Design

By Steven V. Szokolay

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About the Author

Dr Steven Szokolay runs his own practice as an energy and environmental consultant, and is also both honarary associate professor at the University of Queensland, and a supervisor of postgraduate research students. He has experience in architectural practice in Sydney, Australia, and has taught extensively, including positions at the University of Queensland (Australia), the University of East Africa (Nairobi) and in London (UK).

Table of Contents

Heat- The Thermal Environment; physics of heat; thermal comfort; climate; thermal behaviour of buildings; thermal design- passive controls; active controls- HVAC; Light- The Luminous Environment; physics of light; vision; daylight and sunlight; design methods; electric lighting; Sound- The Sonic Environment; physics of sound; hearing; noise control; room acoustics; Resources; energy; renewable energy; energy use; water and wastes; sustainability issues;