The whole house book
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This guide for "green" building takes a wholistic approach to design, combining social, economic and environmental objectives with an evaluation of buildings' local and global impact. Chapters range from creating a healthy house with good lighting and air quality to designing a home with minimum reliance on fossil fuels and maximum conservation of water.
DwellingsEnvironmental engineeringDesign and constructionEnvironmental aspectsSustainable buildingsBuilding materialsEnergy conservationEnvironmental protectionDwellings, energy conservationArchitecture, domestic, designs and plans