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What are the parts and pieces of the House as a System?
In no particular order, they are:
- THE ENVIRONMENT: Temperature, wind, rain, air quality , dust, and noise
- OCCUPANTS: Behaviour patterns, plants and pets
- BUILDING ENVELOPE: Foundation and framing, above grade walls, windows, roofs and floors
- INTERIOR COMPONENTS: Partitions, flooring, trim and finishes, appliances, equipment & furniture
- MECHANICAL SYSTEMS: Heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing and electrical components
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