Climate and site development
Climate and site development
- Building Research and Information 19(1) January-February 19 .
Concentration on high wind s and coastal erosion , the article discusses climatic impact on building design and site development . It advises on the means of reducing the sensitivity of buildings to wind: by appropriate positioning; the selection of approved outline shapes, and the use of features such as stepped levels and hipped roofs. Dutch and German breakwater technology is recommended, as is a range of erosion control methods.
CLIMATE
WIND CONTROL
Concentration on high wind s and coastal erosion , the article discusses climatic impact on building design and site development . It advises on the means of reducing the sensitivity of buildings to wind: by appropriate positioning; the selection of approved outline shapes, and the use of features such as stepped levels and hipped roofs. Dutch and German breakwater technology is recommended, as is a range of erosion control methods.
CLIMATE
WIND CONTROL