Houses that can save the world
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"Featuring nineteen home-building and design strategies that are direct, original, and often surprisingly simple, this inspirational sourcebook presents a mix of new technology and time-tested vernacular methods that will change the way we think about "home." Each strategy features carefully selected and generously illustrated projects that put ideas into practice, offering real-world solutions regardless of location or size. With ideas and houses that span the globe, including developing regions in Asia, Africa, and South America, this highly illustrated volume shines a spotlight on everything from new techniques to creative reuse of existing buildings and materials.Whether you are planning a self-build or are simply lookingfor ways to make your home more environmentally friendly and efficient, this book is packed with innovative ideas that can help to make our homes, and the world, a better place to be"--
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Architecture, Domestic -- Environmental aspects.
Architecture, Domestic -- Psychological aspects.
Building materials -- Environmental aspects.
Buildings -- Remodeling for other use.
Ecological houses -- Design and construction.
Housing -- Environmental aspects.
Housing -- Psychological aspects.
Sustainable architecture.
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Smith, C., & Topham, S. (2022). Houses that can save the world. Thames & Hudson.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Smith, Courtenay and Sean, Topham. 2022. Houses That Can Save the World. Thames & Hudson.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Smith, Courtenay and Sean, Topham, Houses That Can Save the World. Thames & Hudson, 2022.
MLA Citation (style guide)Smith, Courtenay, and Sean Topham. Houses That Can Save the World. Thames & Hudson, 2022.
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