On Innovative Cool-Colored Materials for Building Envelopes: Balancing the Architectural Appearance and the Thermal-Energy Performance in Historical Districts

Architectural expression and energy performance are key decision-drivers in the selection of a particular construction element, with the purpose of Urban Heat Island mitigation, energy-consumption reductions, and cultural heritage preservation in historical centers. In historical centers, the extern...

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Main Authors: Federica Rosso, Anna Laura Pisello, Veronica Lucia Castaldo, Marco Ferrero, Franco Cotana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-12-01
Series:Sustainability
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/9/12/2319