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Author
Publisher
Routledge
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"A forward looking book on sustainable design that describes problems and then, by providing a different way to conceptualise design and development, leads on to examples of regenerative solutions. Its aim is to move the discussion away from doing less, but still detracting from our ecological capital, to positively contributing and adding to this capital. This book offers a hopeful response to the often frightening changes and challenges we face;...
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
950L
Language
English
Description
This book is an introduction to Earth-friendly buildings, discussing sustainable architecture, using resources such as water and energy efficiently, smaller houses, cutting down on waste, using local materials, green roofs of plants, and rain gardens.
Author
Series
Publisher
Princeton Architectural Press
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Written for students and professionals alike, this book presents a concise and well-illustrated overview of the most important techniques available for reducing energy footprints along with the professional context for their use. In addition to tackling the discipline's ethical responsibilities, each chapter takes on specific considerations such as rainwater harvesting, gray-water recycling, passive heating techniques, green roofs, wind energy, daylighting,...
11) Trans structures: fluid architecture and liquid engineering : response-able innovative structures
Author
Publisher
Actar
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Author
Publisher
HarperDesign, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
"Features the latest innovations in environmentally friendly home design. From heating and cooling solutions to wind energy systems, solar paneling, thermal glazing, and even Trombe walls, the ideas featured inside are complemented by photographs and architectural plans of gorgeous, sustainable houses around the world."--Page 2 of cover.
Publisher
Firefly Books
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Shows how forward-thinking design and environmentally sound construction practices can create outstanding results. Coming from the world's leading eco-architecture firms, these real-life projects demonstrate the pinnacle of progressive design and eco restraint.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
The revised 3rd edition of this handbook offers a practical systematic overview of the many uses of earth and techniques for processing it. Its properties and physical characteristics are described in informed and knowledgeable detail. The author's presentation reflects the rich and varied experiences gained over thirty years of building earth structures all over the world. Numerous photographs of construction sites and drawings show the concrete...