The Passivhaus Designer’s Manual

The Passivhaus Designer’s Manual
Author: Christina Hopfe
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2015-10-05
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1317536916

Passivhaus is the fastest growing energy performance standard in the world, with almost 50,000 buildings realised to date. Applicable to both domestic and non-domestic building types, the strength of Passivhaus lies in the simplicity of the concept. As European and global energy directives move ever closer towards Zero (fossil) Energy standards, Passivhaus provides a robust ‘fabric first’ approach from which to make the next step. The Passivhaus Designers Manual is the most comprehensive technical guide available to those wishing to design and build Passivhaus and Zero Energy Buildings. As a technical reference for architects, engineers and construction professionals The Passivhaus Designers Manual provides: State of the art guidance for anyone designing or working on a Passivhaus project; In depth information on building services, including high performance ventilation systems and ultra-low energy heating and cooling systems; Holistic design guidance encompassing: daylight design, ecological materials, thermal comfort, indoor air quality and economics; Practical advice on procurement methods, project management and quality assurance; Renewable energy systems suitable for Passivhaus and Zero Energy Buildings; Practical case studies from the UK, USA, and Germany amongst others; Detailed worked examples to show you how it’s done and what to look out for; Expert advice from 20 world renowned Passivhaus designers, architects, building physicists and engineers. Lavishly illustrated with nearly 200 full colour illustrations, and presented by two highly experienced specialists, this is your one-stop shop for comprehensive practical information on Passivhaus and Zero Energy buildings.

Passive House Details

Passive House Details
Author: Donald B. Corner
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2017-08-09
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1317339649

Passive House Details introduces the concepts, principles, and design processes of building ultralow-energy buildings. The objective of this book is to provide design goals, research, analysis, systems, details, and inspiring images of some of the most energy-efficient, carbon-neutral, healthy, and satisfying buildings currently built in the region. Other topics included: heat transfer, moisture management, performance targets, and climatic zones. Illustrated with more than 375 color images, the book is a visual catalog of construction details, materials, and systems drawn from projects contributed from forty firms. Fourteen in-depth case studies demonstrate the most energy-efficient systems for foundations, walls, floors, roofs, windows, doors, and more.

The Passivhaus Handbook

The Passivhaus Handbook
Author: Janet Cotterell
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 2
Release: 2012-11-30
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 0857841157

'As we move towards the 2016 zero carbon target in house building, Passivhaus construction looks like becoming not just popular in the UK, but commonplace. This is a no-nonsense and engaging introduction on how to do it.' KEVIN MCCLOUD - The Passivhaus Handbook is an essential guide for anyone wanting to realise a supremely comfortable, healthy and durable home with exceptionally low energy costs. Passivhaus design focuses on getting the building fabric right, to achieve ultra-low energy consumption cost-effectively. The approach is relevant to a wide range of building types and climates. Its methodology can be combined with elements of other building standards, such as the UK's Code for Sustainable Homes (CSH), or with other sustainable building goals, such as a commitment to using low-impact or natural building materials. Whether you are building an extension, retrofitting your house or starting from scratch, and whether you are new to low-energy design or already have some experience, this book will help you navigate around the potential pitfalls and misconceptions. It brings together current thinking and best practice. The book includes a clear explanation of the underlying building physics and terminology, as well as detailed information on key elements of Passivhaus: avoiding air leakage, designing thermal (cold) bridges, moisture management and ventilation strategy. There is also lots of practical advice on setting up a project, including developing a motivated project team, and a discussion of economic considerations and the policy context in the UK. As pressure on global resources increases and energy prices continue to rise, the Passivhaus approach, proven over 20 years, meets the challenge of ultra-low-energy building for the future.

Understanding Passivhaus

Understanding Passivhaus
Author: Emma Walshaw
Publisher: First in Architecture
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2020-09-08
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781916334328

Understanding Passivhaus is a simple guide to the Passivhaus standard. The book explains the principles behind Passivhaus thinking, and explores numerous construction methods for achieving the Passivhaus standard. What is Passivhaus? Why design a Passivhaus? PHPP Certification Principles of Passivhaus Design Technical requirements Building fabric Form factor Insulation Thermal bridge Airtightness and air leakage Building services and ventilation Windows Solar design Shading Summer ventilation Roof lights Types of Construction Masonry construction Timber frame Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS) Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) Mixed methods of construction Construction Details Solid concrete with rendered external insulation Insulated concrete formwork Solid masonry with larsen trusses Masonry cavity wall Timber frame with larsen trusses Timber I joist frame SIPS construction Timber frame with external render Case Studies A selection of wonderful examples of Passivhaus designs and construction methods, with more case studies added for this second edition.

Details for Passive Houses: Renovation

Details for Passive Houses: Renovation
Author: IBO Österreichisches Institut für Baubiologie und -ökologie
Publisher: Birkhäuser
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2016-12-19
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 3035607540

Ecological refurbishment to Passivhaus standard requires know-how and experience. For this reason, the book has been produced as a design tool which systematically covers existing solutions. Examples relating to building physics, construction and ecology issues are presented in the same successful manner as in the Passivhaus Building Component Catalog also published by IBO/IBN (Institute for Building Biology and Ecology) using standard cross-sections and connection details in four-color scale drawings, as well as numerous tables.They have been organized by type and period of building and can easily be used to derive individual solutions. The book is a must-have reference manual for designers and building owners who want to refurbish properties to a sustainable standard.

PHPP Illustrated

PHPP Illustrated
Author: Sarah Lewis
Publisher: Riba Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781859467756

Fully-revised and updated, this new edition provides essential updates on the latest version of the Planning Package - an essential read for any architects, designers and students wanting utilise the PHPP as a design tool.

The Passivhaus Designer¿s Manual

The Passivhaus Designer¿s Manual
Author: Christina Hopfe
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages:
Release: 2017-11-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9781138471382

Passivhaus is the fastest growing energy performance standard in the world, with almost 50,000 buildings realised to date. Applicable to both domestic and non-domestic building types, the strength of Passivhaus lies in the simplicity of the concept. As European and global energy directives move ever closer towards Zero (fossil) Energy standards, Passivhaus provides a robust 'fabric first' approach from which to make the next step. The Passivhaus Designers Manual is the most comprehensive technical guide available to those wishing to design and build Passivhaus and Zero Energy Buildings. As a technical reference for architects, engineers and construction professionals The Passivhaus Designers Manual provides: State of the art guidance for anyone designing or working on a Passivhaus project; In depth information on building services, including high performance ventilation systems and ultra-low energy heating and cooling systems; Holistic design guidance encompassing: daylight design, ecological materials, thermal comfort, indoor air quality and economics; Practical advice on procurement methods, project management and quality assurance; Renewable energy systems suitable for Passivhaus and Zero Energy Buildings; Practical case studies from the UK, USA, and Germany amongst others; Detailed worked examples to show you how it's done and what to look out for; Expert advice from 20 world renowned Passivhaus designers, architects, building physicists and engineers. Lavishly illustrated with nearly 200 full colour illustrations, and presented by two highly experienced specialists, this is your one-stop shop for comprehensive practical information on Passivhaus and Zero Energy buildings.

Exterior Building Enclosures

Exterior Building Enclosures
Author: Keith Boswell
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 616
Release: 2013-06-11
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1118330064

A comprehensive guide to the design and execution of sophisticated exterior building enclosures Focused on the design process for architects and related professionals, this book addresses the design and execution of sophisticated exterior building enclosures for a number of commercial building types and in a variety of building materials. It focuses on the design process by delineating enclosure basics, the participants (owners, architects, engineers, consultants) and their roles and responsibilities through collaboration, and tracking the design process through construction. This comprehensive handbook covers all of the factors that affect the design of a building enclosure, including function, visual aesthetics, performance requirements, and many other criteria. In-depth case studies of projects of various scales, types, and climate conditions illustrate the successful implementation of exterior wall enclosure solutions in brick masonry, stone, architectural concrete, glass, and metals. This unique and indispensable guide: Defines the functions, physical requirements, design principles, and types of exterior building enclosures Identifies the participants in the design and construction process and specifies their roles and responsibilities Presents a step-by-step process for the design of exterior enclosures, from defining goals and developing concepts through creating construction documents Reviews the construction process from bidding and negotiation through the paper phase to the "brick and mortar" stage Provides details on the properties of exterior enclosure materials, including structural considerations, weather protection, fire safety, and more Covers a variety of materials, including brick masonry, natural stone masonry, architectural concrete, metal framing and glass, and all-glass enclosures Written by the technical director of the San Francisco office of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, Exterior Building Enclosures is an indispensable resource for architects, engineers, facade consultants, and green design consultants working on commercial building projects.

Dry Construction

Dry Construction
Author: Karsten Tichelmann
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2012-12-10
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 303461568X

Detail-Practice: Dry Constrcution liefert einen Überblick über die gängigen Trockenbausysteme, gegliedert nach den Bauteilen Wand, Decke, Boden, und ihren Einsatzmöglichkeiten. Der Band ist konzipiert als Arbeitshandbuch für Entwurf und Planung. Bei der Trockenbauweise im Innenausbau werden keine durchnässenden Baustoffe wie Beton oder Putz zur Errichtung der Bauteile benötigt, sondern „Trockenbausysteme". Diese Bauweise ist nicht nur kosteneffizient, weil sämtliche bauphysikalischen Anforderungen bezüglich Wärme-, Kälte-, Schall-, Brandschutz etc. erfüllt werden können. Unter Einsatz neuer Materialtechnologien ermöglicht diese Bauweise auch eine unerschöpfliche Gestaltungsfreiheit, da die Oberflächen nahezu grenzenlos formbar sind und zudem multifunktional, indem sie Beleuchtung, Heizung, Kühlung übernehmen können. Der allgemeine Teil wird ergänzt durch Ausführungsbeispiele bestehender Projekte mit übersichtlichen Leitdetails sowie durch Sonderkonstruktionen beispielsweise in Feuchträumen. Das Buch zeigt das Potential der Bauweise durch den Einsatz neuer Materialien und Bausysteme auf. Regelzeichnungen veranschaulichen wie in den Vorgängerbänden gängige Konstruktionsdetails. Karsten Tichelmann ist Leiter des Instituts für Trocken- und Leichtbau an der TU Darmstadt. Jochen Pfau ist Prof. für Light-Tech, Trocken- und Leichtbauweisen an der TU Darmstadt. Beide sind Autoren des Trockenbau Atlas vom R. Müller Verlag (nur dt. Sprachausgabe).

Manual of Section

Manual of Section
Author: Paul Lewis
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2016-08-23
Genre:
ISBN: 1616895551

Along with plan and elevation, section is one of the essential representational techniques of architectural design; among architects and educators, debates about a project's section are common and often intense. Until now, however, there has been no framework to describe or evaluate it. Manual of Section fills this void. Paul Lewis, Marc Tsurumaki, and David J. Lewis have developed seven categories of section, revealed in structures ranging from simple one-story buildings to complex structures featuring stacked forms, fantastical shapes, internal holes, inclines, sheared planes, nested forms, or combinations thereof. To illustrate these categories, the authors construct sixty-three intricately detailed cross-section perspective drawings of built projects—many of the most significant structures in international architecture from the last one hundred years—based on extensive archival research. Manual of Section also includes smart and accessible essays on the history and uses of section.