Product Description

Issues concerning the sustainability of the built world have quickly commanded the attention of the architects and the building industry as a whole. In the area of residential housing, a growing sensitivity to quality of life issues thermal comfort, natural moisture exchange, freedom from hazardous substances has made the development of eco-smart technology and materials an urgent concern. Sustainable Living features detailed documentation for 25 sustainable residential structures from 5 continents, with considerable variety in size, materials, and locations among the individual projects. An appendix of useful addresses and contact information for the responsible architect and engineer is also included.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #284661 in Books
• Published on: 2006-06-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 159 pages

Review
Lavish photographs illustrate houses that are beautifully situated in their local environs, whether a historic neighborhood or a limestone plateau, and show the use of some surprising materials such as straw bales and sandbags. -- Metropolis, October 2006

The variety of inspiring green design is impressive, and the plethora of practical information will help get your own projects under way. -- Dwell, November 2006

About the Author

The architect and publicist Dominique Gauzin-Müller has already treated the subject of sustainability in numerous publications.