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External solar shading with wood: a design guide for architects (Ebook)
Wood has been traditionally used for many forms of solar shading in the past, and because of its versatility, ease of working, and easy maintenance, has an important role in the design of modern shading devices. One reason for using wood for screening is its attractive appearance, whether left to bleach naturally or finished in any colour. Many forms of sun screening are now becoming an accepted feature in the visual appearance of many buildings, but their primary role will always be to moderate the effect of the sun's rays on the internal environment of the building.
External solar shading with wood:
- deals with external screening devices, comparing nine types now in use.
- describes screening systems that are wholly or partially wood based
- includes metal support systems and metal hardware necessary for operating louvres.
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- Read more''BM TRADA's External solar shading with wood - a design guide for architects is a comprehensive and good looking guide with very clear drawings. I am sure it will help many architects to tackle the relevant issues for years to come'' - Paul Kalkhoven, Senior Partner at Foster + Partners.Topics covered are:
- Types of solar protection
- Advantages of wood for solar screening, and appropriate species
- Detail Design - horizontal louvres, vertical fins
- Fixings, connections and operating devices
- Structural design
- Finishes and maintenance. - ContentsTopics covered are:
- Types of solar protection
- Advantages of wood for solar screening, and appropriate species
- Detail Design - horizontal louvres, vertical fins
- Fixings, connections and operating devices
- Structural design
- Finishes and maintenance. - Product information
9781900510981
02/08/2012
BM TRADA
40
- Author informationPatrick Hislop RIBA, formerly Senior Consultant Architect at BM TRADA, was a recognised expert in the specification of wood in buildings. He authored several BM TRADA publications on windows, decking and cladding, and has contributed to many other publications. Philip O'Leary (technical consultant), formerly head of BM TRADA's Investigations Section. He is an expert on timber quality and its characteristics, specialising in the condition, performance and strength of timber in buildings.
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