Intelligent Buildings: An Introduction
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Author Description
This Book Introduces The Concept Of Intelligent Buildings To The Wider Construction Community. Edited By The Father Of Intelligent Buildings, Derek Clements-croome, The Book Explains That Intelligent Buildings Should Be Sustainable, Healthy, Technologically Aware, Meet The Needs Of Occupants And Business, And Should Be Flexible And Adaptable To Deal With Change. This Means The Processes Of Planning, Design, Construction, Commissioning And Facilities Management Including Post-occupancy Evaluation Are All Important. Buildings Comprise Many Systems Devised By Many People And Yet The Relationship Between Buildings And People Can Only Work Satisfactorily If There Is An Integrated Team With A Holistic Vision.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the fundamental principles and integrated methodologies required to design, construct, and manage buildings that are responsive to both occupant needs and environmental demands. Derek Clements-Croome, a recognized authority in the field, synthesizes contributions from various experts to define the intelligent building as a holistic system. The text argues that successful building performance relies on the seamless integration of technology, sustainability, and human-centric design throughout the entire lifecycle of a structure.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Frameworks for integrating sustainable and healthy design practices into modern construction.
- Methodologies for managing the full building lifecycle, from initial planning to post-occupancy evaluation.
- Analysis of the relationship between complex building systems and human occupants.
- Strategies for creating flexible and adaptable spaces that respond to evolving business and environmental requirements.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this work as a foundational text for understanding the intersection of building technology and human-centered design. Readers frequently note the clarity with which the author outlines the necessity of a holistic, team-based approach to modern construction projects.
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Publication Date:
2013-01-01
Publisher:
CRC Press LLC
ISBN-10:
0415531136
ISBN-13:
9780203737712
Architecture
Technology
Engineering
Sustainability
Construction
