At a time when environment and climate change have become sky-high on the architectural agenda, this book is a very welcome addition to the literature. Scott Drake writes with admirable clarity and focus, communicating scientific principles in a simple and accessible way. Jeremy Myerson, Helen Hamlyn Professor of Design, Royal College of Art, London
Scott in a simple language clearly describes the ways that our buildings act as both an interface and modifier of our environment, whilst also never losing sight of the role of architecture in giving form and meaning to the synthesis of the different elements. The book is far more than a primer on building environmental performance; it describes the building function as environmental modifier in the wider role as an expression of meaning. The Elements of Architecture is insightful for all of us, as concerned citizens, in our struggle to understand better the intricate network of relationships which form our environment. John Worthington, Founder DEGW, Graham Willis Professorship in Architecture, the University of Sheffield, and Professorial Fellow, University of Melbourne
The book is ideal for use by undergraduate architecture students undertaking architectural technology, science or design courses and for anyone interested in the environmental aspects of the buildings in which we live. Architectural Science Review
Very interesting...excellent value to undergraduate architecture students ...highly recommended. James W Froggatt, Building Engineer, March 2010
A very good elementary text book in the architectural curriculum. Built Environment
His use of language is inspiring, sensitive, primitive, technical, serious and humorous at the same time [...]The book has all the ingredients to draw a first year student of architecture to the potential of nature (and climate) in making every building design a cause for celebration, with both joy and real knowledge and understanding. Manjusha Misra, Iran. International Journal of Environmental Studies
