Basics Climate-Smart Design and Construction situates the construction sector's CO₂ emissions and grey energy problem at the centre of architectural education, translating lifecycle thinking and resource awareness into accessible guidance for students and practitioners.
About This Book
The construction industry remains one of the largest contributors to CO₂ emissions and grey energy consumption — and the pressure to change is no longer theoretical. Part of the trusted Basics series from Birkhäuser, this volume addresses that urgency directly, walking readers through climate-friendly design concepts across the full lifecycle of a building. Rather than positioning sustainability as a specialist overlay, it integrates resource-conscious thinking into the standard planning process. The key factors at each design stage are presented clearly, making this an essential reference for architecture students developing a foundation in climate-smart practice, and for practitioners reconsidering their approach.
Key Features
- 80 pages of lifecycle-based guidance on climate-smart design and construction concepts
- Edited by Bert Bielefeld
- Published by Birkhäuser, ISBN 9783035627565
What You'll Discover
- How the construction sector's CO₂ emissions and grey energy use can be addressed through a fundamental shift in architectural practice
- A lifecycle approach to resource consumption that spans the full planning and construction process
- Climate-friendly design concepts presented stage by stage, from early planning decisions through to construction
- How architectural education must evolve to embed climate awareness as a core competency rather than an elective concern
About the Author
Bert Bielefeld is the editor of the Basics series published by Birkhäuser, a widely used reference series in architectural education. His editorial work focuses on making foundational architectural knowledge accessible to students and early-career practitioners.
Specifications
- Format: Softcover
- Pages: 80
- Dimensions: 220 × 155 mm
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9783035627565
- Publisher: Birkhäuser
- Publication Date: [Details available upon request]
Perfect For: Architecture students building a foundation in sustainable design, educators integrating climate literacy into curricula, and practitioners seeking a concise lifecycle framework for climate-conscious decision-making.