SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology

Feifer, Lone; Imperadori, Marco; Salvalai, Graziano; Brambilla, Arianna; Brunone, Federica

The book provides an overview of the Active House (AH) vision, intended as a building design method “beyond” the passive approach for buildings of the future that will be more and more connected, smart and innovative. It offers a novel philosophical design approach in which buildings, new or renovated, are in balance with natural, renewable energies and become “concentrators-distributors” of energies instead of being consumers of resources. The book is composed of five chapters, providing information on fundamental aspects of innovations toward resource-efficient buildings, as well as case studies presenting the concept in practice. It demonstrates that a completely new design approach is possible, and that a turning point has been reached. Lastly, it shows how the AH Alliance, along with designers, institutions, industries and academies, is bringing a breath of fresh air to the world of construction.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2018-06-25

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783319908137

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-90814-4

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 138