The reprint of this title is as a ring-bound photocopy, the quality of the book will not be as good as the original print. Available in black and white only.
This handbook encapsulates much of BRE’s expertise relating to the design of housing, and is addressed to all owners, designers and maintainers of housing stock. It provides a reference manual of basic information on housing, whether new or refurbished. 299 pages.
Chapter 1: Introduction. Chapter 2: Occupants’ requirements. Chapter 3: Site layout, built form and microclimate. Chapter 4: Orientation, sunlight and solar gain. Chapter 5: Orientation and daylight. Chapter 6: Privacy and noise. Chapter 7: Security. Chapter 8: Fire. Chapter 9: Safety.
Chapter 10: Energy efficient design. Chapter 11: Thermal insulation. Chapter 12: Space and water heating. Chapter 13: Internal environment. Chapter 14: Services and drainage. Chapter 15: Circulation, living rooms and bedrooms. Chapter 16: Kitchens. Chapter 17: Utility areas. Chapter 18: Bathrooms.