Title: Sustainable Drainage Systems – Features and Designs
Abstract: Chapter 22 Sustainable Drainage Systems – Features and Designs Simon Watkins, Simon WatkinsSearch for more papers by this authorSusanne M. Charlesworth, Susanne M. CharlesworthSearch for more papers by this author Simon Watkins, Simon WatkinsSearch for more papers by this authorSusanne M. Charlesworth, Susanne M. CharlesworthSearch for more papers by this author Book Editor(s):Colin A. Booth, Colin A. Booth Associate Professor of Sustainability Associate Head of Research and Scholarship, Director of the Construction and Property Research Centre, University of the West of England, BristolSearch for more papers by this authorSusanne M. Charlesworth, Susanne M. Charlesworth Reader in Urban Physical Geography Department of Geography, Environment and Disaster Management, Coventry UniversitySearch for more papers by this author First published: 21 March 2014 https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118809167.ch22 AboutPDFPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShareShare a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InRedditWechat Summary Features of sustainable drainage systems (SUDS) need to be well designed hydraulically in order to function effectively. However, beyond efficient attenuation of the flood peak, individual devices and trains can provide the 'useful and pleasurable spaces' in which the landscape they are designed into is enriched. This chapter demonstrates that a re-identification of water as a desirable and fundamental component of the urban environment is possible. It provides examples of the successful integration of water into the city environs by the suitable design of SUDS. The chapter illustrates one of the many benefits of sustainable drainage, that of providing aesthetically pleasing spaces. The case studies detailed, show the added value of integrating green and hard infrastructure, the way they can be designed together and provide a more sustainable and attractive means of attenuating the storm peak, addressing water quality issues and providing amenity and biodiversity in urban areas. Water Resources in the Built Environment: Management Issues and Solutions RelatedInformation
Publication Year: 2014
Publication Date: 2014-03-21
Language: en
Type: other
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