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Green building principles and practices in residential construction

GREEN BUILDING: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES IN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION provides a current, comprehensive guide to this exciting, emerging field. From core concepts to innovative applications of cutting-edge technology and the latest industry trends, this text offers an in-depth introduction to the con...

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Main Authors: Kruger, Abe (Author), Seville, Carl (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Clifton Park, NY Delmar Cengage Learning 2013
Subjects:
Sustainable buildings > Design and construction
Buildings > Environmental aspects
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Table of Contents:
  • Principles and practices in residential construction
  • What is green building and why does it make sense? Green building: an overview ; The house as a system ; Planning for green from the start ; Insulation and air seating
  • Structural systems. Foundations ; Floors and exterior walls ; Roofs and attics
  • Exterior finishes. Fenestration ; Exterior wall finishes ; Outdoor living spaces ; Landscaping
  • Interior systems. Interior finishes
  • Mechanical systems. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning ; Electrical ; Plumbing ; Renewable energy
  • Putting it all together
  • The future of green building
  • Green building: keeping the core concepts in mind

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