9 Preface Welcome to HVAC Design For Architects, an interactive guidebook for practitioners and students interested in better understanding the environmental, spatial and economic implications of different HVAC systems. The guide is divided into three parts, Basics, Systems and Components. Basics introduces a design decision framework for architects to identify suitable HVAC systems for their projects along with performance metrics to evaluate them. The framework is encoded in the interactive HVAC System Selector form at the bottom right of this screen. The form helps the reader navigate the different HVAC designs provided under Systems. Components reviews the building blocks of these systems such as air handling units, chillers and natural gas boilers. Going forward, we will continue adding additional systems based on reader feedback. The book complements the Climate-Driven Design I textbook, also by Building Technology Press. We have made every effort to ensure that the information presented is accurate and relevant. Should you nevertheless find any errors, typos or have divergent opinions, we welcome your feedback at hvac@BuildingTechnologyPress.com. Ali Irani, Ellen Reinhard and Christoph Reinhart Cambridge, Earth Day 2025 Fig 1.1 Medium pressure gas lines and associated controls for the gas turbine system at the MIT Central Utility Plant (CUP) in Cambridge, MA.
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