Design-tech - building science for architects. 2nd edition

Publication Year

2014

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Provides an overview of developments in architectural technology, showing how things are built and how they perform is key in producing humane, appropriate and efficient buildings. Covers: data - human and environment factors; pre-design; circulation; materials; structures; building components; and building services. Illustrated with examples and case studies to demonstrate the real-world design implications for each topic.

Document History

First published in 2007 by Architectural Press. Routledge is an imprint of the Taylor and Francis Group.

Author

Alread, J., Leslie, T. and Whitehead, R.

ISBN

9780415817851

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