| Description |
xix, 363 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm |
| Summary |
"As more factors, perspectives, and metrics are incorporated into the planning and building process, the roles of engineers and designers are increasingly being fused together. The Art of Eco-Engineering explores this tend with in-depth look at sustainable engineering practices in an urban design as it involves watershed master-planning, green building, optimizing water reuse, reclaiming urban spaces, green streets initiatives, and sustainable master-planning. This complete guide provides guidance on the role creative thinking and collaborative team-building play in meeting solutions needed to affect a sustainable transformation of the built environment"-- Provided by publisher |
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"In-depth look at sustainable engineering practices in an urban design context, this book offers guidance on developing strategies for implementing the complex solutions needed to affect a sustainable transformation of the built environment. With coverage of watershed master-planning, green building, optimizing water reuse, reclaiming urban spaces, green streets initiatives, and sustainable master-planning, the book supplements the core reference material with international examples and case studies"-- Provided by publisher |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Sustainable engineering.
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Sustainable design.
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| LC no. |
2010013928 |
| ISBN |
9780470453612 hardback |
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0470453613 hardback |
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