| Description |
xvii, 222 pages : illustrations, maps ; 26 cm |
| Contents |
Pt. 1. Regional Profiles. Ch. 1. The Caribbean. Ch. 2. Hawaii. Ch. 3. Australia. Ch. 4. Southern California -- Pt. 2. Climate and Design. Ch. 5. Climate and Associated Phenomena. Ch. 6. Effect of Climate on Building Design. Ch. 7. Conceptual Design Approaches -- Pt. 3. Design Guidelines. Ch. 8. Application of Design Concepts. Ch. 9. Design and Construction Techniques -- App. B. A Regional Photographic Tour |
| Summary |
Architectural Design for Tropical Regions is a complete guide to designing public and private buildings for tropical regions that are healthy, comfortable, and exist in harmony with both the natural environment and local traditions. In addition to proven design strategies, it brings together a wealth of detailed information on all of the technical and nontechnical issues that must be taken into consideration when designing for tropical environments |
| Notes |
Includes index |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 213-216) and index |
| Subject |
Architecture and climate.
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Architecture, Tropical.
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| LC no. |
98038905 |
| ISBN |
0471180203 (cloth : alk. paper) |
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