Silver P., McLean W. Introduction to Architectural Technology

Second Edition. With contributions by D. Whitsett
London: Laurence King Publishing, 2013. - 208 p.ISBN10: 1780672950
ISBN13: 978-1780672953This book provides an accessible introduction for architecture students to all aspects of architectural technology: structural physics, structural elements and forms, heating, lighting, environmental control, and computer modeling. It will also help students to integrate their design thinking with appropriate structural and environmental solutions.
The book explains the relationships between physical phenomena, materials, building elements, and structural types using simple classification systems and real world examples. In addition, it explores current computer techniques for assisting students to predict the structural and environmental behavior of buildings. It also uses historical precedents to explain how the success of a technology is directly related to its cultural context. This second edition includes new sections on environmental design, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and two new case studies.
Written by three experienced teachers, this book will be invaluable for those contemplating the study of architecture and for those already embarked on such a course.Foreword
Introduction
Structure and Form
Structural Physics
Materials Science
Structural Integrity
Materials Technology
Structural Elements
Bearing Elements
One-Way Spanning
Two-Way Spanning
Connections and Joints
Structural Logic
Compressive Structures
Tensile Surfaces
Climate and Shelter
Human Comfort
Thermal Comfort
Solar Geometry
Building Performance
Climatic Envelope
Sound and Light
Building Services
Computational Tools and Techniques
Building Information Modeling
Responsive Systems
Structural Analysis
Environmental Analysis
Case Studies
Building Codes
Glossary
Further Reading and Resources

Picture Credits
Acknowledgments