Environmental Design

📘 Book Information Title: Heating, Cooling, Lighting: Sustainable Design Strategies Towards Net Zero Architecture (5th Edition) Author: Norbert M. Lechner, Patricia Andrasik Publisher: Wiley Publication Year: 2021 Format: Hardcover Pages: 832 ISBN: 9781119585749 📖 About this Book Heating, Cooling, Lighting: Sustainable Design Strategies Towards Net Zero Architecture is one of the most influential textbooks on environmental systems in architectural education. For more than twenty-five years, this authoritative resource has helped architecture students and design professionals integrate environmental control systems into the earliest stages of building design. Written by Norbert M. Lechner and updated by Patricia Andrasik, the Fifth Edition is completely reorganized around Net Zero Architecture, emphasizing the integration of passive and active design strategies to achieve highly energy-efficient, environmentally responsible buildings. Rather than treating heating, cooling, and lighting as isolated engineering systems, the book demonstrates how climate, solar orientation, daylighting, natural ventilation, thermal comfort, and building form work together to shape sustainable architectural design. It also incorporates the latest building energy codes, green building standards, and performance evaluation tools used by today's architects. New chapters explore energy-efficient retrofits for existing buildings, integrated design strategies, and digital design tools that help architects benchmark sustainability and net-zero performance. Richly illustrated with diagrams, climate analyses, and real-world examples, this book enables students to make environmentally informed design decisions from the schematic design stage through project development. 📑 Table of Contents Introduction to Sustainable Environmental Design Climate and Site Analysis Human Thermal Comfort Building Form and Orientation Passive Solar Design Natural Heating and Cooling Strategies Mechanical Heating and Cooling Systems Natural Ventilation Daylighting Design Electric Lighting Systems Energy Performance Building Envelope Design High-Performance Building Systems Integrated Design Strategies Net Zero Architecture Building Energy Codes and Standards Retrofitting Existing Buildings Sustainability Assessment and Design Tools 📝 Editorial Reviews "The essential guide to environmental control systems in building design." "A comprehensive resource for integrating sustainable environmental systems into architectural design from the earliest planning stages." "Completely restructured around Net Zero Architecture, featuring updated strategies for passive design, integrated building systems, and environmental performance." Widely adopted in architecture, environmental design, construction technology, and sustainable building programs, this book has become a standard reference for students and professionals committed to designing energy-efficient, high-performance buildings. 👨🏫 About the Authors Norbert M. Lechner is one of the world's leading educators in sustainable architectural design and environmental systems. His pioneering work has helped generations of architects understand how climate-responsive design and environmental control systems can improve building performance while reducing energy consumption. Patricia Andrasik is an architect, educator, and sustainability specialist whose work focuses on integrated environmental design, high-performance buildings, and Net Zero Architecture. She has contributed extensively to advancing sustainable design education and professional practice. 🎓 Course Relevance This book is used as a primary or supporting text in: ARCH411 – Integrated Building Design → Integration of environmental systems with architectural design → Passive and active building strategies → Net Zero and high-performance building design → Climate-responsive architecture → Building envelope and energy performance → Sustainable building systems integration Environmental Design Courses → Thermal comfort, daylighting, and natural ventilation → Heating, cooling, and lighting systems → Building energy efficiency and performance Building Systems Courses → HVAC systems and environmental controls → Integrated building services Sustainable Design Courses → Net Zero Architecture → Green building standards and performance analysis → Climate-responsive design strategies This book provides students with the knowledge required to design buildings that are energy-efficient, environmentally responsible, and integrated with both passive and active building systems. ✨ Hesed Note This book has been carefully selected to help students understand that sustainable architecture begins with thoughtful stewardship of natural resources. By integrating climate-responsive design, environmental systems, and energy-conscious decision-making, future architects are equipped to create buildings that serve both people and creation with wisdom, responsibility, and long-term resilience. ✨ Your purchase provides one week of course materials for a Hesed student. 📖 Handpicked by Hesed University faculty as essential reading for our programs. 🕊️ All proceeds directly support the mission and growth of Hesed University.

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📘 Book Information Title: Site Planning and Design Handbook, 2nd Edition Author: Thomas H. Russ Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies Publication Year: 2023 (2nd Edition) Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781265620424 📖 About this Book Site Planning and Design Handbook, Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to modern site planning, integrating traditional design methods with contemporary sustainable practices. Written by an experienced landscape architect, this book provides a practical and professional foundation for understanding how buildings interact with land, ecology, and community systems. The updated edition includes current standards such as LEED and emphasizes environmentally responsible design strategies including water conservation, energy efficiency, and green infrastructure. It equips students and professionals with the tools to analyze, plan, and design sites that are both functional and ecologically sensitive. 📑 Table of Contents Introduction to Site Planning and Design Sustainability and Environmental Considerations Site Data Collection and Analysis Regulatory and Community Planning Context Circulation Systems: Pedestrians, Vehicles, and Parking Grading and Landform Design Stormwater Management and Infrastructure Systems Brownfield Redevelopment Landscape Ecology and Environmental Integration Vegetation and Open Space Planning Historic Site Preservation 📝 Editorial Reviews A practical and authoritative resource written by a licensed landscape architect with extensive real-world project experience. Updated with current sustainability standards, including LEED, making it highly relevant for contemporary architectural education. Combines technical precision with ecological awareness, bridging engineering and design disciplines. 🎓 Course Relevance This book is a primary textbook for: ARCH322 Site Design Site Planning & Landscape Design courses Sustainable Architecture and Environmental Design Key Learning Areas: Site analysis and planning methodology Topography, grading, and drainage systems Ecological and sustainable design strategies Integration of built environment with natural systems ✨ Hesed Note This book aligns closely with Hesed University’s vision of integrating architecture with stewardship of creation. It equips students not only with technical skills, but also with a deeper understanding of how design can respect, restore, and serve the natural environment and surrounding communities. ✨ Your purchase provides one week of course materials for a Hesed student.📖 Handpicked by Hesed University faculty as essential reading for our programs.🕊️ All proceeds directly support the mission and growth of Hesed University.

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📘 Book Information Title: Sun, Wind, and Light: Architectural Design Strategies (3rd Edition)ISBN: 9780470945780Publisher: John Wiley & SonsPublication Date: February 3, 2014Format: PaperbackPages: 432Price: $114.75 (US SRP, 10% Discount)Returnable: Yes 📖 About this Book This fully updated Third Edition provides a comprehensive guide to designing buildings that effectively utilize natural environmental resources. It focuses on integrating solar energy for heating, wind for cooling, and daylight for illumination into architectural design. With hundreds of illustrations, the book delivers practical strategies that help architects and designers create energy-efficient, sustainable buildings. It bridges theory and application, making complex environmental design principles accessible and usable in real-world projects. 📑 Table of Contents (Representative topics based on the book’s scope) Climate and Environmental Design Principles Solar Geometry and Passive Solar Heating Thermal Performance and Energy Conservation Natural Ventilation and Airflow Strategies Daylighting Design and Visual Comfort Integration of Environmental Systems in Architecture Sustainable Design Case Studies 📝 Editorial Reviews This edition is widely recognized as a foundational resource in sustainable architecture. It is praised for its clear diagrams, practical methodology, and comprehensive coverage of passive design strategies. The book equips designers with the tools needed to reduce energy consumption while enhancing occupant comfort, making it both academically rigorous and professionally relevant. 🎓 Course Relevance This title is commonly used in courses such as: Environmental Control Systems Sustainable Architecture / Green Building Design Building Science and Technology Architectural Design Studio (Environmental Focus) It is suitable for undergraduate and graduate-level architecture programs, as well as professional reference. ✨ Hesed Note A must-have core text for any architecture or sustainability collection. This book stands out for its balance of technical depth and practical application, making it valuable not only for students but also for practicing architects aiming to design with nature in mind.✨ Your purchase provides one week of course materials for a Hesed student.📖 Handpicked by Hesed University faculty as essential reading for our programs.🕊️ All proceeds directly support the mission and growth of Hesed University.

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📘 Book Information Title: Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings (13th Edition)Author: Walter T. Grondzik, Alison G. KwokPublisher: John Wiley & SonsPublisher Address: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.Publication Year: 2019Format: HardcoverPages: 1920ISBN: 9781119463085 📖 About this Book Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings (MEEB) is the definitive and most widely used reference on building systems in architecture, with a legacy spanning over 80 years. This comprehensive text provides a complete understanding of how buildings function through mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems. Covering everything from HVAC and lighting to water systems, acoustics, fire protection, and vertical transportation, the book bridges fundamental theory with real-world design applications. With over 2,200 illustrations and updated coverage of high-performance buildings, sustainability standards (including ASHRAE, LEED, and WELL), and emerging technologies, this edition equips students and professionals with the knowledge required to design and evaluate complex building systems. More than a technical manual, MEEB helps designers understand not only how systems work, but why they matter—enabling integrated, high-performance, and human-centered building design. 📑 Table of Contents (Overview) Environmental Resources Air Quality Thermal Comfort Visual & Lighting Systems Acoustic Systems Passive Heating & Cooling Water Supply & Plumbing Waste Systems Electrical Systems Fire Protection Elevators & Escalators High-Performance Building Design 📝 Editorial Reviews For generations, Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings has been regarded as the industry standard reference for architectural environmental systems. Its strength lies in: Comprehensive coverage of all building systems Integration of theory, design guidelines, and technical detail Alignment with professional standards and codes Practical relevance for both students and practicing architects It remains an essential resource for advanced study and professional practice in architecture and building science. 🎓 Course Relevance This book is a primary textbook for: ARCH331: Environmental Control Systems II Why it matters: Provides deep understanding of HVAC, electrical, and building systems Essential for technical competency in architecture Aligns with NAAB student performance criteria Prepares students for professional practice and ARE exams Students will learn to: Analyze and design building systems Integrate technical systems into architectural design Understand performance, efficiency, and human comfort ✨ Hesed Note At Hesed University, we believe that understanding building systems is part of faithful design stewardship. Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings equips students to design environments that are safe, efficient, and responsive to human needs. Through this knowledge, architects are prepared not only to construct buildings, but to care for the people who inhabit them. As Christian designers, we seek to create spaces that are not only functional, but also responsible, sustainable, and life-giving. ✨ Your purchase provides one week of course materials for a Hesed student.📖 Handpicked by Hesed University faculty as essential reading for our programs.🕊️ All proceeds directly support the mission and growth of Hesed University.

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