This book explores the bioclimatic approach to building design. Constant innovations in the field are evident, including the need to face climate changes and increase the local resilience at different scales (regional, urban, architectural). Differently from other contributions, this book provides a definition of the bioclimatic design approach following a technological and performance-driven vision. It includes one of the largest collection of research voices on the topic, becoming also a critical reference work for bioclimatic theory. It is intended for architects, engineers, researchers, and technicians who have professional and research interests in bioclimatic and in sustainable and technological design issues.

Presents state-of-the-art information in the field of bioclimatic architecture Explores the climate-related approaches to building/urban design Written by leading experts in the field

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Environmental and technological design framework.- Roots and evolution.- Environmental building design concepts and methods.- Urban environmental design.- Passive climate control strategies and technologies.- Passive climate control strategies and technologies.