Eco-Refurbishment

A Practical Guide to Creating an Energy Efficient Home

Peter F. Smith

126 pages, parution le 06/05/2004

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This clear and accessible guide provides a comprehensive outline on how to convert your house into a more 'green' home. Buildings are the greates energy wasters and for those of us concerned about the environment, and household bills, this book presents the key design changes that we can implement to our own homes to remedy energy loss.

This title covers the full range of design chanegs that are available to the homeowner and designer for renovation, from the roof to the basement, from insulation to windows. It also feature a selection of case studies illustrating the experiences of other homeowners and designers and how they have adapted and used the technology available to them in creating an energy efficient home. This is a practical, hands-on guide, ideal for architects, designers and homeowners.

Comprehensive practical design guide to making your home energy efficient
Covers all aspects of the house, from roof to basement, making it relevant to all homes
Clear explanations give you a basic understanding of the technology behind the design

L'auteur - Peter F. Smith

Peter Smith, Sheffield Hallam University, UK

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Introduction by Paul Hyett, ex-President of the Royal Institute of British Architects
Homes for the future from the past
Insulation Options
The Building Fabric - roofs and lofts
The Building Fabric - external walls and floors
Draught Proofing and ventilation
Heating
Alternatives to Conventional Heating
Domestic Hot Water
Lighting
The home as micro-power station
Water and energy and conservation in appliances
Materials
Waste disposal and recycling
The wider context
Appendix: A Case Study

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Elsevier, Architectural Press
Auteur(s)	Peter F. Smith
Parution	06/05/2004
Nb. de pages	126
Format	18,5 x 24,5
Couverture	Broché
Poids	365g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780750659734
ISBN13	978-0-7506-5973-4