Making Better Buildings systematically describes the real-world implications of the most popular green and natural building materials and techniques, objectively presenting the pros, cons and overall viability of each. An indispensable resource.
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Making Better Buildings: A Comparative Guide to Sustainable Construction for Homeowners and Contractors
Making Better Buildings: A Comparative Guide to Sustainable Construction for Homeowners and Contractors
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Author: Chris Magwood
Publisher: New Society Publishers, 2014
Making Better Buildings: A Comparative Guide to Sustainable Construction for Homeowners and Contractors cuts through the hype associated with sustainable construction methods and provides unvarnished facts about the upsides and downsides of the most widely discussed materials and technologies. Drawing on the real-world experiences of designers and builders, this comparative guide systematically and comprehensively examines each approach in terms of:
- Cost, sourcing, labor intensity and ease of construction
- Energy efficiency, embodied energy and environmental impacts
- Availability and accessibility
- Viable applications and future potential.
Each chapter includes a chart summarizing covered material in a quick and accessible manner.
Physical Info: 1.3" H x 8.9" L x 8.0" W (2.05 lbs) 464 pages
ISBN: 9780865717060
