Main entry:

Yeang, Ken.

Title & Author:

The skyscraper bioclimatically considered : a design primer / Ken Yeang.

Publication:

London : Academy Editions, 1996.

Description:

269 pages : illustrations, plans ; 26 cm

Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 259-262) and index.
1. The skyscraper -- 2. Vertical circulation -- 3. The interior life in the sky -- 4. Vertical landscaping -- 5. Wind & ventilation -- 6. External wall & cladding -- 7. Sub-structure & super-structure -- 8. M & E services & intelligent building systems -- 9. The geography of the skyscraper -- 10. Conclusion & future R & D -- App. The 100 tallest buildings -- App. Featured projects and key members.

Summary:

In this timely reconsideration of skyscraper design, Kenneth Yeang proposes an important new methodology. This is the bioclimatic approach: one which uses passive, low-energy techniques to produce buildings which are environmentally interactive, efficient and increase occupant comfort. Based on the research, design and development of the author's own architectural practice in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the text is illustrated with many examples from his own work, and.
Interspersed with comments from leading authorities.

ISBN:

1854904310 (pbk.)
9781854904317 (pbk.)

Subject:

Skyscrapers Design and construction.
Architecture and climate.
Architecture et climat.
Hochhaus
Klimatechnik
Lüftungstechnik
Buildings
Skyscrapers

Form/genre:

Handbooks and manuals.

Holdings:

Location: Library main 85891
Call No.: ID NA6230.Y4; ID:95-B3858
Status: Available