Heating, cooling, lighting

Using a qualitative rather than a quantitative approach, presents detailed information based on concepts, rules, guidelines, intuition, & experience for architects in the areas of heating, cooling, & lighting at the schematic design stage. The data explored supports a three-tiered approach--load avoidance, using natural energy sources, & mechanical equipment. Among the topics covered are shading, thermal envelope, passive heating & cooling, electric lighting, & HVAC. Case studies illustrate how certain buildings use techniques at all three tiers for heating, cooling, & lighting. An appendix lists some of the more appropriate computer programs available to the architect for analysis at the schematic design stage.