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Advances in Building Energy Research
Mat Santamouris
Offers state-of-the-art information on the environmental science and performance of buildings, linking new technologies and methodologies with the latest research on systems, simulations and standards.
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Bioclimatic Housing
Richard Hyde
Covers creative, vernacular architecture to present both the theory and practice of innovative, low-energy architecture.
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Building a Shed
Joseph Truini
Offers a range of building options, with complete instructions and plans for four popular projects.
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Building Your Own Home
George Wilkie
Covers every step in the process: how to select land, advice on design, the roles of consultants and authorities, and preparation of working drawings.
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Chicken Coops
Judy Pangman
A collection of 45 building plans that is sure to meet the needs of any chicken owner.
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Earth-Sheltered Houses
Rob Roy
A practical guide for those who want to build their own underground home at moderate cost.
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Gift Vouchers
Are you looking for a book or subscription to give as a present, but aren’t sure what to choose?
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Hand Tool Essentials
Shows the woodworker how hand tools can be used in tandem with their power tools to produce superior work.
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The Indoor Environment Handbook
Philomena M. Bluyssen
Ensuring that buildings are healthy and comfortable for their occupants is a primary concern of all architects and building engineers and this highly practical handbook will help immensely.
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Life Cycle Assessment
Ralph E Horne,
Tim Grant,
Karli Verghese
Focuses on the reflective practice of LCA in Australia, and describes its strengths and limitations.
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Natural Building
Tom Woolley
Describes the many materials and methods that have been used by the pioneers of natural building.
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The Passive Solar House
James Kachadorian
Offers proven techniques for building homes that heat and cool themselves, using readily available materials and familiar methods.
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Power From the Sun
Dan Chiras
Easy-to-understand, accurate and comprehensive, this is THE guide for anyone interested in installing a solar electric system.
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Power from the Wind
Dan Chiras,
Mick Sagrillo,
Ian Woofenden
An easily understandable guide for individuals and businesses interested in installing small wind energy system.
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Practical Straw Bale Building
Murray Hollis
Describes some of the key building methods that are technically sound, and suitable for professional and amateur builders.
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Prescriptions for a Healthy House
Paula Baker-Laporte,
John C Banta,
Erica Elliott
Takes the mystery out of healthy-house building, renovation and maintenance, by walking the owner/architect/builder team through the entire construction process.
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The Rammed Earth House
David Easton,
Cynthia Wright
Rediscover the most ancient of all building materials -- earth.
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Sustainable Solar Housing Volume 1
Robert Hastings,
Maria Wall
This far-reaching and authoritative two-volume set examines a range of potential solutions for low-energy building design, considering different strategies and technologies.
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Sustainable Solar Housing Volume 2
This far-reaching and authoritative two-volume set examines a range of potential solutions for low-energy building design, considering different strategies and technologies.
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Termites and Borers
Philip Hadlington,
Ion Staunton
A consumer-oriented and compact handbook written in plain English for a general audience.
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Using Natural Finishes
Adam Weismann,
Katy Bryce
An in-depth guide to the selection, mixing and application of lime and clay based plasters, renders, paints and washes.
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Water Not Down the Drain
Stuart McQuire
It’s time to think of other ways to secure water for the home. This book shows you how.
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Your Brick Oven
Russell Jeavons
A step-by-step guide through all the stages of building an oven.
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