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Environment 1

  • ARCH1161
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Ecological and Bio-climatic Design Fundamentals. This subject introduces students to theories and practical knowledge in ecological and bioclimatic design. Objectives are to develop a basic level of ecological literacy and capacity for life-cycle and systems thinking in architectural design; to introduce students to the history of such ideas in architecture; to use these modes of thinking to develop a relational systems view of people and nature mediated by architecture; and engage with our industrial and natural life-support systems seeking symbiosis and resilience. Within this framing - understand how to perceive human comfort and experience using climatic design; the history of such... -- Course Website



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