The Passive Solar Design and Construction Handbook

The only complete guide to passive solar design andconstruction

The Passive Solar Design and Construction Handbook is an unbeatableguide for architects and building contractors who want to satisfythe growing demand for passive solar residential design. A completerevision of the bible of passive solar design originally publishedby the U.S. Department of Energy, this is the only comprehensiveguide to adapting standard building practices to current passivesolar applications. It supplies detailed, step-by-step informationon all practical aspects of passive solar design and constructionand fills you in on all the latest advances in materials andbuilding techniques--including the most recent findings on materialand assembly performance. You'll also find the latest techniquesfor computer simulation and energy analysis.

This timely and informative book:
* Reviews passive solar design principles
* Discusses the unique design opportunities inherent in passivesolar homes
* Describes the various solar home types
* Introduces the principles of "whole-house" design
* Includes more than 300 illustrations, complete constructiondetails and notes, and dozens of helpful case studies
* Explores important regional issues, such as termite shields,pressure treating wood, attic ventilation, and special structuralrequirements in seismic areas.

For building contractors, architects, and anyone interested instate-of-the-art passive solar construction, The Passive SolarDesign and Construction Handbook saves hours of research andprovides the complete, authoritative, up-to-date information thatprofessionals need to take on a challenging job with confidence.