Design Primer for Hot Climates
Book Details
Author(s)Allan Konya, Maritz Vandenberg
PublisherArchimedia Press Limited
ISBN / ASIN0956432328
ISBN-139780956432322
AvailabilityUsually ships in 24 hours
Sales Rank2,254,773
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸
Description
This highly practical book has been written to encourage design solutions that are in harmony with local climates & conditions: a matter of economic as well as aesthetic importance. The initial chapters explain the fundamentals of climate & comfort. Subsequent sections set out environmental design techniques: methods of dealing with hazards such as earthquakes, lightning and termites; and guidance on the use of locally available materials & technology. The emphasis throughout is on illustrated and tabulated practical advice, with many drawn examplesof building form & construction, and lists of suitable plant species.
