Understanding overheating - where to start: an introduction for house builders and designers
Publication NF 44
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Building Supplement
Series
Publication
Abstract
A broad overview of overheating in new homes for house builders and designers, identifying measures to be considered at the early stages of design to safeguard new homes against overheating; featuring case studies highlighting common pitfalls.
History
Written and published for the NHBC Foundation by Richards Partington Architects. Categorised by NHBC Foundation as a Guide.
ISBN
9781848062795
Subjects
- Special subject areas
- Environmental issues/energy
- Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
- Internal environment
Publisher History
The NHBC Foundation - National House Building Council's independent research institution - was established in January 2006 in partnership with the BRE Trust.
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