ITP Launches Green Hotel Siting , Design and Construction Guide
Tuesday, 20 Feb, 2010
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“Although much is known about sustainable building techniques, until now there has been no single point of reference with regard to sustainable hotel design and development.” Says ITP, who have just produced a new green guide in conjunction with the International Business leaders Forum and Conservation International
The guide is intended to be a practical and accessible resource to help guide the thinking of planners, investors, hotel owners, developers and their advisors.
“Guiding principles, says ITP, are presented in a clear, cross-referenced and easy-to-follow format and the guide offers a comprehensive overview of the issues governing sustainability in hotels.
There are extensive sources of technical information at the end of each section
The guide covers::
- Project inception
- Pre-design
- Creating the design brief
- Architectural and physical design
- Operational design
- Construction and refurbishment
- Commissioning and operation
- Interior design
- Monitoring performance
- Case studies
To purchase a copy [email protected]
Valere Tjolle
Valere Tjolle is editor of the 2010 Sustainable Tourism Report Suite details at:www.travelmole.com/stories/1141006.php
Valere
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