Old tricks for new builds
Language: English Series: Facilities Management ; 16(10) July 2009, 16-19(4)Publication details: 2009Subject(s): Summary: Developers of commercial buildings should concentrate on traditional passive design features rather than construct ever taller glass towers with bolt-on renewable energy technology. The poor energy performance of glass, high-rise office blocks has been criticised at two recent conferences. Renewable technology payback periods are examined. The Innovate Green Office at Thorpe Park in Leeds is seen as an exemplar sustainable building and three of Edward Cullinan Architects' green projects are detailed. Table. Information boxes.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L148454 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 148454-1001 |
Developers of commercial buildings should concentrate on traditional passive design features rather than construct ever taller glass towers with bolt-on renewable energy technology. The poor energy performance of glass, high-rise office blocks has been criticised at two recent conferences. Renewable technology payback periods are examined. The Innovate Green Office at Thorpe Park in Leeds is seen as an exemplar sustainable building and three of Edward Cullinan Architects' green projects are detailed. Table. Information boxes.