Efficient Building Design Series Vol. I Electrical and Lighting

by Trost, J.

• ISBN13: 9780130803351
• ISBN10: 0130803359
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1998-10-09
• Publisher: Pearson

Summary

Concise, yet substantive, this primer helps readers develop a solid working knowledge of the design decisions, equipment options, and operating costs associated with building lighting and electrical installations. Unique in perspective, it emphasizes "design intent" as the driving force for architectural lighting decisions and related electrical construction. Covers topics such as: light and perception; lighting metrics; lamps; lighting design; sunlight or daylight; lighting numbers; electrical basics; generation and distribution; residential and commercial electrical; energy profiles. Contains an identical example for a residence and an office, and features example buildings to illustrate and connect design decisions and construction requirements for lighting and electrical installations. Includes design templates and calculations. For architects, constructors, managers, and occupants who wish to refine and improve their understanding of lighting opportunities and building electrical systems.

Table of Contents

PART I LIGHTING CHAPTERS	3	(110)
1 Light and Perception Responses to light, brightness contrasts, motion, and color. Perceptions and productivity.	3	(8)
2 Lighting Metrics Photometric units measure light, not visual sensations. How much light is needed?	11	(8)
3 Lamps Efficacy, life, and color. Incandescent, fluorescent, and HID lamps.	19	(14)
4 Lighting Design Illuminate or decorate? Visualize brightness patterns and contrasts before selecting luminaires. Uniform lighting?	33	(18)
5 Sunlight and Daylight Illuminate or decorate? View, focal point, or surface lighting. Orientation and heat control.	51	(16)
6 Design Examples Residential family room and office lobby.	67	(14)
7 Lighting Numbers Accent and uniform lighting. Quality indicators and quantity calculations.	81	(32)
PART II ELECTRICAL CHAPTERS	113	(88)
8 Electrical Basics Magnetism and electricity. Ohms, amps, volts, watts, and calculations.	113	(8)
9 Generation and Distribution Power, work, energy, demand, and consumption. Transformers and three-phase AC.	121	(10)
10 Residential Electrical Circuits, conductors, over-current protection, and panels. Single-phase 120/240 volt service calculation.	131	(16)
11 Commercial Electrical Conduit, conductors, conduit and circuiting. Three-phase system geometry and voltage.	147	(12)
12 Example Office Building Plans, tables, circuiting, and service calculations. Panel schedule forms.	159	(34)
13 Energy Profiles Demand and consumption analysis. Cost estimates and energy-conserving opportunities.	193	(8)
Index	201	(1)
Further Readings	202