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Illustrates how sustainable development can be put into everyday practice when upgrading building services in existing building stock. It promotes a holistic approach based upon an appreciation of the highly individual nature of many older buildings, the materials and methods of construction, the existing intended performance and the form of protection offered by legislation. Covers: Principles, Building services, Building fabric, and Design approach. Fully supported by relevant case studies.
This document was previously available in several parts however they have now been consolidated in to one document.
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