Sustainable high rise buildings in urban zones : advantages, challenges, and global case studies / Ali Sayigh, editor.
Sayigh, A. A. M., 1939- editor.
2017
TH880
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Title Sustainable high rise buildings in urban zones : advantages, challenges, and global case studies / Ali Sayigh, editor.
ISBN 9783319177564 (electronic book)
3319177567 (electronic book)
9783319177557
Published Cham, Switzerland : Springer, 2017.
Language English
Description 1 online resource (xiv, 248 pages) : illustrations.
Call Number TH880
Dewey Decimal Classification 720/.47
621.042
Summary "This unique reference gathers numerous new studies examining specific, prominent high-rise buildings around the world. Each nuanced study included undertakes the following pivotal considerations: environmental impacts; safety & social acceptability; energy consumption and comfort; planning contexts within the urban zone; physical footprint and size; services and risks; and a careful assessment of advantages and challenges. Architects and engineers exploring and optimizing sustainable building practices, energy managers, municipal and private project planners, as well as students will find edification and inspiration in the analysis provided by esteemed practitioners and professors within this fascinating volume."-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography, etc. Note Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Source of Description Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed January 16, 2017).
Added Author Sayigh, A. A. M., 1939- editor.
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