
Stewardship of the Built Environment
Sustainability, Preservation, and Reuse
Robert A. Young(Author)
Island Press
Will be published approx. on 18. July 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-61091-180-1 (ISBN)
Description
When we think of green building, we tend to picture new construction. But Robert Young argues that the greenest building is often the one that has already been built. In "Stewardship of the Built Environment", he shows how rehabilitating and reusing existing structures holds untapped potential for achieving sustainable communities. Students and professionals alike will discover the multifaceted benefits of reuse. Young begins by describing how historic preservation, often overlooked because of the predominant focus on new construction, is actually an important sustainable design strategy. He then examines the social, environmental, and economic benefits of preservation - from the societal value of reusing existing buildings to financial incentives available for rehabilitation. Young concludes with insights into the future of reusing buildings as a sustainability strategy. He also provides several informative appendices, including a glossary of key terms and acronyms and recommendations for further reading. Readers will become familiar with essential terminology; sustainability and historic preservation metrics; and opportunities for smart growth afforded by rehabilitation.
This knowledge is key to preserving the past while building a sustainable future.
This knowledge is key to preserving the past while building a sustainable future.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Washington
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 249 mm
Width: 175 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
454 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-61091-180-1 (9781610911801)
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Persons
Robert A. Young is Professor of Architecture and Director of the Historic Preservation Program at the University of Utah College of Architecture and Planning and is a LEED accredited professional engineer. He lives in Salt Lake City, Utah.