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Derek Phillips (Author)


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0750663235 978-0750663236 July 23, 2004 1
Daylighting offers a general theory and introduction to the use of natural light in architecture.

The fourth of Derek Phillip's lighting books draws on his experience to illustrate how best to bring natural light into building design. As sustainability becomes a core principal for designers, daylighting comes to the fore as an alternative to artificial, energy consuming, light. Here, Phillips makes a rational argument for considering daylight first, outlining the arguments in favour of a daylight approach, and goes on to show, through a series of
beautifully illustrated case studies, how architects have created buildings in which natural light has been shown to play a major strategic role in the development of the design of a building.

* Learn how to incorporate daylight into a wide range of building design types
* Be informed about the most 'sustainable' of lighting techniques
* International case studies including examples from the UK, Hong Kong and USA inspire the reader and illustrate best practice

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An interesting introduction to the principles of sensitive lighting."
- EASA Newsletter

"It is highly readable, fascinating and educative."
- Journal of Architectural Conservation

"The book is a good introduction. Readers will be fascinated by construction details, fault systems
and repair techniques that are not common in the UK."
- The Architects' Journal

"I recommend the book to all designers."
- RIBA Conservation Newsletter

" ... shows various ways that architects have used windows and openings to illuminate working spaces. The book includes case studies of buildings at several universities - such as Florida Southern University and England's Open University and the University of Warwick - where natural light has sometimes led to significant energy savings."
- The Chronicle of Higher Education, March 4, 2005

Book Description

An inspiring reference for those introducing daylighting into their designs

Product Details

  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Architectural Press; 1 edition (July 23, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0750663235
  • ISBN-13: 978-0750663236
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.6 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,227,620 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Inside This Book (learn more)
First Sentence:
It is impossible to overestimate the important influence of natural light on the interior and exterior forms of buildings and on those who dwell in them. Read the first page
Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
daylight linking, minimum daylight factor, average daylight factor, daylighting design, daylighting strategy, daylight factors, plenary chamber, artificial sky, daylight penetration, allowing daylight, daylight levels, available daylight, light shelves, solar gain, depreciation factors, lighting consultants, sustainable architecture
Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Case Study, Lighting Modern Buildings, Hong Kong, Portcullis House, Buro Happold, Royal Academy, Jubilee Line Underground, Architectural Press, Architecture Jubilee Line Extension, Bridge Street
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