smart nearly zero energy buildings Feifer, Lone creator author. Imperadori, Marco author. Salvalai, Graziano author. Brambilla, Arianna author. Brunone, Federica author. text bibliography Electronic books. sz 2018 monographic eng access 1 online resource (x, 138 pages) : illustrations. "The book provides an overview of the Active House (AH) vision, intended as a building design method 'beyond' the passive approach for buildings of the future that will be more and more connected, smart and innovative. It offers a novel philosophical design approach in which buildings, new or renovated, are in balance with natural, renewable energies and become 'concentrators-distributors' of energies instead of being consumers of resources. The book is composed of five chapters, providing information on fundamental aspects of innovations toward resource-efficient buildings, as well as case studies presenting the concept in practice. It demonstrates that a completely new design approach is possible, and that a turning point has been reached. Lastly, it shows how the AH Alliance, along with designers, institutions, industries and academies, is bringing a breath of fresh air to the world of construction."--Provided by publisher. What is an Active House? A vision beyond 2020 -- A new paradigm for holistic design: Active House prototypes at Politecnico di Milano -- A reflection on Active House in warm climates -- NZEB and AH: a case study for residential buildings in Northern Italy -- Relevant case studies: a benchmark for future design. Lone Feifer, Marco Imperadori, Graziano Salvalai, Arianna Brambilla, Federica Brunone Includes bibliographical references. Sustainable buildings Design and construction Home automation Buildings Energy conservation ARCHITECTURE / Adaptive Reuse & Renovation ARCHITECTURE / Buildings / Landmarks & Monuments ARCHITECTURE / Professional Practice ARCHITECTURE / Reference Home automation Sustainable buildings Design and construction Sustainable development Energy Sustainable Architecture/Green Buildings Building Physics, HVAC Sustainable Development Building Construction and Design Energy Efficiency TH880 .F45 2018 720.47 (OCoLC)1030609940 PoliMI SpringerBriefs 9783319908144 3319908146 http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=1832489 http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=1832489 AZU 180614 20200702121302.0 on1040613250 eng