Birkhauser

Peter Zumthor's passion is the creation of buildings with architectural atmosphere. But how can one actually set out to achieve it? In nine short, illustrated chapters framed as a process of self-observation, Zumthor describes what he has on his mind as he sets about creating the atmosphere of his houses.

Ecological refurbishment to Passivhaus standard requires know-how and experience. This title acts as a design tool which systematically covers existing solutions. It presents examples relating to building physics, construction and ecology issues using standard cross-sections and connection details in four-color scale drawings, as well as tables.