Publisher's Synopsis
Low energy timber frame buildings: designing for high performance is: - A best practice energy efficiency design guide - Emphasises cost effective approaches for designers and consumers. This illustrated guide demonstrates how timber frame buildings can be designed and constructed cost effectively to be energy efficient. It shows how designers can also play a role in building use, providing end-users with a comprehensive operation manual. The design principles and construction details described apply to most mainstream building types up to seven storeys high. As well as low energy houses and flats, other residential buildings such as barracks, schools, hotels, hostels, or similar establishments used for accommodation are covered.