Packed with conceptual sketches and photos, real world case studies and green construction details, this book provides a wealth of practical guidelines and essential insights that will facilitate the design of green buildings. Written in an easy to understand style, the Handbook draws on over 35 years of personal experience across the world, offering vital information and penetrating insights into two major building rating systems such as LEED and BREEAM both used extensively in the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.Develop a project schedule that allows for systems testing and commissioning.Create contract plans and specifications to ensure building performanceA step-by-step approach for integrating technologies into the different stages of design and execution.Content:Front Matter Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Green Movement - Myths, History, and Overview1. Green Concepts and Vocabulary2. Components of Sustainable Design and Construction3. Green Design and the Construction Process4. Green Project Cost Monitoring and Closeout5. Building Information Modeling6. Green Building Materials and Products7. Indoor Environmental Quality8. Water Efficiency and Sanitary Waste9. Impact of Energy and Atmosphere10. Green Design and Building Economics11. Green Project Commissioning12. Project Cost Analysis13. Green Specifications and Documentation14. Types of Building Contract Agreements15. Green Business Development16. Building Green Litigation and Liability IssuesAppendices BibliographyIndex