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Making Better Buildings : A Comparative Guide to Sustainable Construction for Homeowners and Contractors (0865717060)



From foundation to finish, a wealth of information is available on sustainable construction methods--entire volumes have been published on individual green and natural building techniques. But with so many different ideas to choose from, there is no single resource that allows an owner or builder to quickly and objectively compare the merits of each system for their particular project. Making Better Buildings cuts through the hype and provides the unvarnished facts about the upsides and downsides of the most widely discussed materials and technologies. Drawing on the real-world experiences of designer/builders, this comparative guide systematically and comprehensively examines each approach in terms of:* Cost, sourcing, availability, labor intensity, and ease of construction* Energy efficiency, embodied energy, and environmental impacts* Availability/accessibility Each chapter is rounded out by a chart which summarizes the material in a quick and accessible manner.
Whether you are an owner preparing to build a green or natural home or a conventional contractor determined to integrate sustainable alternatives into your existing construction practices, this up-to-the minute resource will help you make the best decisions for your project while meeting your energy, efficiency, budgetary, and site-specific needs. Chris Magwood and Jen Feigin are sustainable builders and designers specializing in green and natural building techniques, and are the founders and directors of the Endeavour Centre for Innovative Building and Living. Chris is also the author of three previous books on sustainable building, including Straw Bale Details and More Straw Bale Building.


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  • Paperback | 464 pages
  • 204 x 235 x 33.02mm | 936g
  • Gabriola Island, United States
  • English
  • 200 B&W photographs, illustrations, and charts; 8-page color section
  • 0865717060
  • 9780865717060
  • 450,555


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