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This work concerns the technology of glass and its relationship with the building occupant. Glass fulfils a multitude of functions in buildings in addition to its traditional role. Innovative architectural designs, together with the development of new glass types, continually extend the range of applications of this material. The book is a comprehensive guide to the nature and performance of glass and its relationship with the building occupant. It explores the visual, thermal, mechanical and protective functions so that specifiers of glass can fully understand what they can achieve with it. Numerous line diagrams help to explain relevant points of theory, while built examples are illustrated by colour photographs throughout the text.
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'..it is likely to become a main reference book on glass.. 'The quality of the text is high, it is well set out and very readable..@ D.G.E. Smith - The Structural Engineer, May 1994
'This is the definitive layman's book on the most important modern building material.' Architectural Design - Architectural Design, October 1993
' For students there is much to stimulate their interest in this area of glass
technology and to provide a sound basis for any essays they are asked to
write on the subject. The book also has an extensive index and useful
appendices explaining a number of specialist glass terms.'
GLASS TECHNOLOGY
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Since its publication in 1993, 'Glass in Building' has rapidly become the definitive book on this most important modern building material; now the book is re-issued in paperback so that a greater audience can enjoy and gain value from this work.
Glass fulfils a multitude of functions in buildings in addition to its traditional day lighting role. Innovative architectural designs, together with the development of new glass types, continually extend the range of applications of this material.
'Glass in Building' is a comprehensive guide to the nature and performance of glass and its relationship with the building occupant. Prepared by a team of expert contributors from Pilkington Glass Limited, the book explores the visual, thermal,
mechanical and protective functions so that specifiers of glass can fully understand what they can achieve with it. Numerous line diagrams help to explain relevant points of theory, while built examples are illustrated by colour photographs throughout the text. 'Glass in Building' will help architects and design professionals to approach glass specifications with increased understanding and confidence; it will also be a valuable reference for construction professionals, academics, students and anyone wanting to know more about this unique material.
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