Lighting for Buildings. Code of Practice for Daylighting
Lighting for Buildings. Code of Practice for Daylighting

Author: British Standards Institution

Publisher:

Published: 1992-06-01

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 9780580205408

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Design, Buildings, Architectural design, Daylight factor, Natural lighting, Lighting systems, Windows, Sunlighting, Rooflights, Glare, Illuminance, Lighting levels, Design calculations, Structural design, Interior lighting, Energy consumption, Reflection factor, Transmittance

Daylighting
Daylighting

Author: Peter Tregenza

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-01-11

Total Pages: 301

ISBN-13: 1135883033

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This authoritative and multi-disciplinary book provides architects, lighting specialists, and anyone else working daylight into design, with all the tools needed to incorporate this most fundamental element of architecture. It includes: an overview of current practice of daylighting in architecture and urban planning a review of recent research on daylighting and what this means to the practitioner a global vision of architectural lighting which is linked to the climates of the world and which integrates view, sunlight, diffuse skylight and electric lighting up-to-date tools for design in practice delivery of information in a variety of ways for interdisciplinary readers: graphics, mathematics, text, photographs and in-depth illustrations a clear structure: eleven chapters covering different aspects of lighting, a set of worksheets giving step-by-step examples of calculations and design procedures for use in practice, and a collection of algorithms and equations for reference by specialists and software designers. This book should trigger creative thought. It recognizes that good lighting design needs both knowledge and imagination.

The Design of Lighting
The Design of Lighting

Author: Peter Tregenza

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2003-09-02

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 1135819793

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Written primarily for the practising designer, The Design of Lighting brings together in one volume all that the practitioner is likely to need. The authors combine a technical introduction to lighting and colour theory with a guide to design concepts and criteria, to create a comprehensive source book for architects and designers on interior lighting design.

Assessment of Daylight Performance in Buildings
Assessment of Daylight Performance in Buildings

Author: B. Gherri

Publisher: WIT Press

Published: 2015-04-08

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13: 178466040X

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This title deals with the many advantages associated to the use of natural light, comparing architectural experiences, technological devices and calculation methods. It provides an introduction to the problems and solutions of enhancing and conveying the right dose of daylight inside buildings, giving attention to energy savings and visual comfort

Building Regulations in Brief
Building Regulations in Brief

Author: Ray Tricker

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-05-02

Total Pages: 1122

ISBN-13: 1136482911

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The most popular and trusted guide to the building regulations, Building Regulations in Brief is updated regularly to reflect constant changes. Now in its seventh edition, it has sold over 28,000 copies since its first publication in 2003. This new edition includes the latest on all the significant amendments to Building Regulations, Planning Permission and the Approved Documents that occurred in October 2010 and includes changes to Parts F and L, as well as Approved Documents A, C, and J. There are also changes reflecting the consolidation of the building regulations included. The no-nonsense approach has made it a firm favourite with all involved in the building industry including designers, building surveyors and inspectors, students and architects. A ready reference giving practical information, it enables compliance in the simplest and most cost-effective manner possible. Building Regulations in Brief cuts through the confusion to explain the meaning of the regulations, their history, current status, requirements, associated documentation and how local authorities view their importance, as well as emphasizing the benefits and requirements of each regulation. It's an essential purchase for anyone needing to comply with the building regulations.

Building Services Handbook
Building Services Handbook

Author: Fred Hall

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-06-26

Total Pages: 735

ISBN-13: 1135981450

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This seventh edition of Hall and Greeno's leading textbook has been reviewed and updated in relation to the latest building and water regulations, new technology, and new legislation, and even more design calculations have been added. In addition, topics such as: alternative sources of natural energy, solar, ground source, heat pumps, renewable energy sources, geothermal methods, and wind power, are now covered. Building Services Handbook summarises the application of all common elements of building services practice, technique and procedure, to provide an essential information resource for students as well as practitioners working in building services, building management and the facilities administration and maintenance sectors of the construction industry. Information is presented in the highly illustrated and accessible style of the best-selling companion title Building Construction Handbook. THE comprehensive reference for all construction and building services students, Building Services Handbook is ideal for a wide range of courses including NVQ and BTEC National through Higher National Certificate and Diploma to Foundation and three-year Degree level. The clear illustrations and complementary references to industry Standards combine essential guidance with a resource base for further reading and development of specific topics.