"There never was a time when it was more important for the health and well-being of humankind that men and women should start to make real things with their hands again" John Seymour.
Hardback. 256 pages. NEW.
Step by step instructions for creating cob structures, with detailed instructions and photos. Information on natural finnishes, including lime plasters, renders and washes, home made clay and casein paints, and earthen plasters. Guidance on restoring and repairing old cob structures.
Softback. 252 pages. NEW.
David Easton's book is a definitive account of the art and technology of rammed earth construction. These thick-walled homes seem an ideal response to climate and location. They rise seamlessly from the building site since they are largely made from its soil. Rammed earth structures combine hansome aesthetics with energy efficient performance.
This is a complete account of straw bale house construction, one of the most enviromentally attractive building systems available.
Softback. 298 pages. NEW.
The author describes the vast potential for passive heating and cooling. In methodical detail he provides contemporary home builders with all the necessary tools for successful solar design and also explains the new diagnostic aids available in printed wooksheet or software formats that allow readers to generate their own design schemes.
Softback. 274 pages. NEW.
This book is the first comprehensive guide to heating your home with renewable energy. Included is everything you need to know about the fuels, systems, technologies, costs, and advantages and disadvantages of each option.
Softback. 282 pages. NEW.
Contains step by step instructions for applying lime and clay based plasters, renders and paints to create healthy and eco friendly homes and buildings. "This highly informative and sumptious book shows how the threat of climate change is also an opportunity to make buildings more beautiful."
Softback. 260 pages. NEW.
As a building material, straw excels in the areas of cost effectiveness and energy efficiency, and because the building method is so straightforward, people without previous building experience can participate in the design and construction, making significant savings on labour costs.
Softback. 126 pages. NEW.
