Bio-based Building Skin
Author(s)
Sandak, Anna
Sandak, Jakub
Brzezicki, Marcin
Kutnar, Andreja
Language
EnglishAbstract
This book provides a compendium of material properties, demonstrates several successful examples of bio-based materials’ application in building facades, and offers ideas for new designs and novel solutions. It features a state-of-the-art review, addresses the latest trends in material selection, assembling systems, and innovative functions of facades in detail. Selected case studies on buildings from diverse locations are subsequently presented to demonstrate the successful implementation of various biomaterial solutions, which defines unique architectural styles and building functions. The structures, morphologies and aesthetic impressions related to bio-based building facades are discussed from the perspective of art and innovation; essential factors influencing the performance of materials with respect to functionality and safety are also presented. Special emphasis is placed on assessing the performance of a given facade throughout the service life of a building, and after its end. The book not only provides an excellent source of technical and scientific information, but also contributes to public awareness by demonstrating the benefits to be gained from the proper use of bio-based materials in facades. As such, it will appeal to a broad audience including architects, engineers, designers and building contractors. ; Presents case-studies and latest trends in material selection, assembling systems, and innovative functions of facades Discusses structure morphologies and aesthetic impressions related to bio-based building facades Highlights factors influencing performance of facades, with a special focus on service life of the building
Keywords
Energy; Sustainable architecture; Building materials; Biomaterials; Sustainable development; Buildings—Design and construction; Building; Construction; Engineering, Architectural; Structural materialsDOI
10.1007/978-981-13-3747-5Publisher
Springer NaturePublisher website
https://www.springernature.com/gp/products/booksPublication date and place
Singapore, 2019Series
Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes,Classification
Environmentally-friendly (‘green’) architecture and design
Sustainability
Materials science
Building construction and materials