About the book
Now in its third edition, this book provides the ideal and only reference to the physical basis of architectural design.
Fully updated and expanded throughout, the book provides the data required for architects to design buildings that will maintain the users comfort in a variety of conditions, with minimal reliance on energy intensive methods like air conditioning.
This is not a ‘how to’ book but answers the question why. It equips the reader with the tools to realize the full potential of the good intentions of sustainable, bioclimatic design.
All sections have been revised and updated for this third edition including all the most relevant developments affecting heat, light and sound controls. The book responds to the need of understanding beyond ‘rules of thumb’.
Editions of Introduction to Architectural Science
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781138293854
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317918585
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317918592
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Now in its third edition, this book provides the ideal and only reference to the physical basis of architectural design.
Fully updated and expanded throughout, the book provides the data required for architects to design buildings that will maintain the users comfort in a variety of conditions, with minimal reliance on energy intensive methods like air conditioning.
This is not a ‘how to’ book but answers the question why. It equips the reader with the tools to realize the full potential of the good intentions of sustainable, bioclimatic design.
All sections have been revised and updated for this third edition including all the most relevant developments affecting heat, light and sound controls. The book responds to the need of understanding beyond ‘rules of thumb’.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Introduction to Architectural Science about?
Now in its third edition, this book provides the ideal and only reference to the physical basis of architectural design.
Fully updated and expanded throughout, the book provides the data required for architects to design buildings that will maintain the users comfort in a variety of conditions, with minimal reliance on energy intensive methods like air conditioning.
This is not a ‘how to’ book but answers the question why. It equips the reader with the tools to realize the full potential of the good intentions of sustainable, bioclimatic design.
All sections have been revised and updated for this third edition including all the most relevant developments affecting heat, light and sound controls. The book responds to the need of understanding beyond ‘rules of thumb’.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Introduction to Architectural Science?
The Arts > Architecture > Architectural structure and design
Where can I read a sample of Introduction to Architectural Science?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781138293854
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Introduction to Architectural Science?
Steven V. Szokolay
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Introduction to Architectural Science is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781138293854) and ebook(ISBN 9781317918585) and pdf(ISBN 9781317918592)