Window Systems High Perf Bldg Cl

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ISBN: 9780393731217 | 0393731219
Cover: Hardcover
Copyright: 4/17/2004

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The challenge in designing facades and selecting windows in commercial buildings is balancing many issues and criteria. This fact-packed handbook outlines the basics of glazing selection and provides critical information and performance data on the energy efficiency, interior environment, technical, and life-cycle-cost considerations that drive window design decisions in commercial buildings.

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Acknowledgments	p. 5
Introduction to Windows in High-performance Buildings	p. 7
The Importance of Windows	p. 7
High-performance Sustainable Design	p. 10
Emerging Window Technologies, Systems, and Design Strategies	p. 14
Scope and Organization	p. 15
Basic Issues in Window Selection and Design	p. 17
Introduction	p. 17
Energy-related Issues	p. 18
Human Factors Issues	p. 42
Technical Issues	p. 53
Window Materials and Assemblies	p. 77
Introduction	p. 77
Glazing Materials	p. 78
Emerging Glazing Technologies	p. 93
Window Assemblies and Frame Materials	p. 102
Sun- and Light-control Elements	p. 108
Double-envelope Facades	p. 121
Toplighting	p. 124
A Decision-making Process for Window Design	p. 129
Introduction	p. 129
A Method of Decision Making	p. 130
Impact of Climate on Window Design Decisions	p. 138
Impact of Building Type on Window Design Decisions	p. 142
Window Design for Offices in a Cold Climate	p. 147
Introduction	p. 147
Orientation	p. 148
North-facing Perimeter Zones	p. 159
South-facing Perimeter Zones	p. 177
East- and West-facing Perimeter Zones	p. 198
Summary	p. 218
Window Design for Offices in a Hot Climate	p. 222
Introduction	p. 222
Orientation	p. 223
North-facing Perimeter Zones	p. 234
South-facing Perimeter Zones	p. 252
East- and West-Facing Perimeter Zones	p. 273
Summary	p. 293
Window Design for Schools	p. 297
Introduction	p. 297
School Window Design in a Cold Climate	p. 298
School Window Design in a Hot Climate	p. 314
Case Studies	p. 330
Introduction	p. 330
Hoffmann La Roche Ltd. Office Building	p. 331
Seattle Justice Center	p. 334
Debis Tower	p. 338
Phoenix Central Library	p. 342
Florida Solar Energy Center	p. 346
Cambria Office Facility	p. 350
Xilinx Development Center	p. 354
Appendices
Methodology for Generating Performance Data	p. 357
Lighting Controls	p. 370
Tools and Resources	p. 372
Glossary	p. 375
References and Bibliography	p. 384
Index	p. 394
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