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“This second edition of the Ecohouse design guide outlines the key issues, strategies and design solutions for designers and self-builders who want to build low energy, low impact homes.
- 24 case studies from around the world show how Ecohouse principles can be applied in different climates and cultures
- Contributions from experts including Christopher Day, Robert and Brenda Vale, Stephen Szokolay, Peter Warm, Paul Jennings, Ander Viljoen and Nick Grant provide key specialist know-how
- Discussion of environmentally-friendly form and construction gives both students and practitioners an invaluable overview of the topic
At a time when fossil fuel energy prices are soaring and the impacts of climate change are beginning to bite, noone should begin to design a 21st century house without understanding the lessons of this timely and exciting book.
Hot topics covered include materials, insulation, thermal mass, natural ventilation, infiltration, solar design systems and water conservation.”
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