Sustainable Design of Research Laboratories

Brand:
John Wiley & Sons Inc
ISBN-13:
9780470485644
ISBN-10:
0470485647
Author:
KlingStubbins
Pages:
352
$98.75
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Sustainable Design of Research Laboratories: Planning, Design and Operation is a comprehensive book on the sustainable design of research laboratories. It provides a road map for sustainable planning, design, construction and operations and is valuable to both experienced laboratory designers seeking guidance on sustainable strategies and professionals versed in sustainable design who want insight into laboratory applications. With content rich in guidance on performance strategies, even the most technically oriented reader will find valuable lessons inside.

  • Focuses on the links between best sustainable practices and the specific needs of research laboratories
  • Provides a number of case studies of the best contemporary sustainably designed labs, with a focus on architecture and engineering
  • Explores the challenges in applying rating systems, including LEED, to laboratory buildings
  • Examines unique considerations of sustainable approaches in leased and renovated laboratories
  • Includes contributions by experts on approaches to integrated design, site design, programming and commissioning.

Hardcover.