Design and Construction of Bioclimatic Wooden Greenhouses, Volume 1: Preliminary Design

This book is the first of four that focuses on bioclimatic design and construction. It focuses on the preliminary bioclimatic design of greenhouses, laying down fundamental principles that are also likely to be valuable in designing bioclimatic and low-energy architecture with low environmental impact. It is a trans-disciplinary work that adopts a composite set of explanatory strategies and communication registers to present state-of-the-art solutions and experimental ones.

Format: Hardback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 10 January 2023
Publisher: ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc

This comprehensive book is the first of four that delve into the realm of bioclimatic design and construction, with a specific focus on the versatile and fundamental bioclimatic greenhouse. More precisely, this inaugural volume concentrates on the initial stages of bioclimatic design, establishing fundamental principles that hold significant value in the broader field of bioclimatic and low-energy architecture, characterized by minimal environmental impact. Spanning multiple volumes, this book explores both free-standing greenhouses that possess the ability to naturally regulate their temperature and cooling, as well as lean-to greenhouses that facilitate the natural heating and cooling of surrounding buildings. This encompasses a wide range of applications, including agricultural greenhouses and human-habitable greenhouses. Consequently, this work represents a transdisciplinary endeavor, drawing its areas of concern from a diverse array of study domains, including environmental science, construction, structural engineering, and design. The clarity and coherence of the approach are evident from the fact that a single author, with a singular voice and a designer's perspective, presents the topics throughout the book.

To accomplish this, the book employs a diverse range of explanatory strategies and communication registers, including extensive support through 3D construction drawings and practical examples. It not only presents cutting-edge solutions but also explores experimental approaches, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter. By encompassing a comprehensive range of topics and perspectives, this book serves as a valuable resource for architects, engineers, researchers, and anyone interested in sustainable and environmentally conscious design and construction.

ISBN-13: 9781786308511