Window Systems for High-Performance Buildings

Publication Type

Book

Date Published

04/2004

Authors

Abstract

A guide to essential window design issues, technologies, and applications for designers, specifiers, and builders.

The challenge in designing facades and selecting windows in commercial buildings is balancing many issues and criteria. This fact-packed guide outlines the basics of glazing selection and provides critical information and performance data on the energy efficiency, interior environment, technical, and life-cycle-cost considerations that drive window design decisions in commercial buildings.

Year of Publication

2004

ISSN

0198711956

Organization

Research Areas