| Description |
1 online resource : illustrations (some color) |
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SpringerBriefs in applied sciences and technology, POLIMI SpringerBriefs |
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SpringerBriefs in applied sciences and technology. PoliMI SpringerBriefs.
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| Contents |
Preface; Contents; Part ILightweight Architecture; 1 Designing with Lightness; Abstract; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Textile Architecture: Learning from the Past; 1.3 Performance of Form; 1.4 Soft Materials, Adaptive Skins; 1.5 Time-Based Design Strategy; 1.6 Fabrication and Delivery; 1.7 Towards a Minimal Mass Architecture: Open Questions; References; 2 Designing with Membranes; Abstract; 2.1 Tensioned Structural Systems; 2.2 Tension Structures and Conventional Roofing Forms; 2.3 The Design Process: From Physical Models to Computer Based Software; 2.3.1 Form-Finding; 2.3.2 Static Analysis |
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2.3.3 Patterning2.4 Fabrication, Transportation and Erection; 2.5 Final Considerations on the Design Approach for Membrane Structures; References; 3 Lightweight Materials and Environmental Quality Requirements; Abstract; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Time -- Environment -- Life Cycle Thinking; 3.3 Form, Matter and Energy Efficiency -- Search for Lightness; 3.4 Verifying Indoor Comfort Using Lightweight Materials; 3.5 The Right Membrane Technology for the Specific Context and Life Span; References; 4 High Performance Lightweight Building Envelopes Made of Foils and Textiles; Abstract; 4.1 Introduction |
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4.2 Innovations4.2.1 Second Skin Façades; 4.2.2 A Modular Approach to Membrane and Foil Façades; 4.2.3 Flexible Photovoltaics Integrated in Translucent PTFE- and Transparent EFTE-Membrane Structures: P̀V Flexibles'; 4.2.4 Functional Coatings for Membranes; 4.3 Design Process; 4.4 About Hightex; Acknowledgments; References and Further Reading; 5 Small Plus-Energy Buildings, Innovative Technologies; Abstract; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Design Concept; 5.3 Energy Concept; 5.3.1 Innovative PV Modules; 5.3.2 Passive Cooling System and Heating via Ventilation; 5.3.3 Low Energy Cooling Systems |
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5.3.4 Back-up Cooling System5.3.5 Control Strategy and Simulation Results; 5.4 Conclusion; Acknowledgments; References; 6 Membrane Structures; Abstract; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Theory; 6.3 Detailing; 6.3.1 Typical Details; 6.3.2 Cutting Pattern; 6.4 Projects; Part IILightweight Landscape; 7 The Cultural and Environmental Context; Abstract; 7.1 Introduction; 7.2 Relationship; 7.3 Experience; 7.4 Imageability; 7.5 Identity; 7.6 Association; 7.7 Perception; 7.8 Knowledge; 7.9 Variability; Acknowledgments; References; 8 2026Where to Place the Voids; Abstract; 8.1 Introduction |
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8.2 Constructing the Context: From Landscape of Events to Latent Environment8.3 Context Is Multi-scalar; 8.4 Representing a Context Is Starting Its Transformation; 8.5 Revealing Context with Diagrams and Cartographies; 8.6 Project and Context as Interactive and Living Organisms; References; 9 The Path: Between Perception and Design; Abstract; References; 10 Learning from Djemaa el-Fna; Abstract; References |
| Summary |
This book explains how lightweight materials and structures can be deployed in buildings to meet high environmental and aesthetic standards and emphasizes how the concept of lightness in building technology and design dovetails with the desire to enhance landscape. The first part of the book, on lightweight construction, aims to foster the use of membranes within the specific climatic context and in particular considers how lightweight materials and innovative technologies can enrich the quality of temporary spaces. The second part focuses exclusively on landscape, presenting novel approaches in the search for visual lightness and the quest to improve urban spaces. Particular attention is paid to the Italian experience, where the traditional appreciation of brick and stone has limited the scope for use of lightweight structures and membrane materials, often relegating them to a secondary or inappropriate role. The reader will come to appreciate how this attitude demeans a very advanced productive sector and neglects the ancient tradition of temporary architecture |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (Ebsco, viewed on October 20, 2015) |
| Subject |
Lightweight construction.
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light construction (building )
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lightweight construction.
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Energy technology & engineering.
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Regional & area planning.
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Building construction & materials.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Civil -- General.
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Lightweight construction
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Zanelli, Alessandra, editor
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Spinelli, Luigi, editor
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Monticelli, Carol, 1977- editor.
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Peli, Paolo, editor
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| ISBN |
9783319216652 |
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3319216651 |
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