The Passive Solar Primer: Sustainable Architecture

Wright, David

ISBN 10: 0764330705 / ISBN 13: 9780764330704

Published by Schiffer Publishing, 2008

About this Item

Book is in very good condition with the exception on a small label on spine from a company library. Otherwise minimal wear. All intact. No writing or marking.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Passive Solar Primer: Sustainable Architecture
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764330705
• ISBN 13: 9780764330704
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Engineering
  • Alternative Energy

About this title

Synopsis

Architect David Wright helped pioneer the concept of passive solar architecture, and his thoughts and experiments have helped shape the evolution of solar design throughout the world. His years of exploration are distilled in this comprehensive book, which provides simple graphics and language to illuminate concepts including greenhouse effect, heat storage, surface-to-volume ratio, ventilation, and cooling.. Tips, rules-of-thumb, regional characteristics, and many other considerations are presented to help readers, from initial site selection to visionary design. Written for architects, designers, and others who seek to tap the free resources offered by earth and sun, this invaluable tool will help reduce dependence on outside energy sources. You will be inspired.

About the Author

David Wright, AIA, is founder of David Wright Associates, a solar environmental architecture group in California. He has won numerous awards for his innovative designs, and his work has been featured in many popular and forward thinking magazines.