Description or summary of the book: Whether you want a turf roof, solar-powered hot water, or a super-insulated (and cost-efficient) house, you need to know the essential elements of the selfbuild process. In The Green Self-Build Book, Jon Broome gives an overview of the different methods of sustainable and eco-friendly construction techniques, and presents this information in a way that is relevant to non-professionals. The book includes case studies of green building techniques such as earth & straw bale buildings.The Green Self-Build Book gives inspiration and information to guide you through the green self-build process. It is intended for anyone who is planning a self-build project, and also for housing professionals, students and teachers.
Estimated reading time (average reader): 18H57M36S
Other categories, genre or collection: Building Construction & Materials, Environmentally-friendly Architecture & Design, Home Renovation & Extension, DIY: General, Applied Ecology, Architecture, Ecological Science, The Biosphere
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