Publication

2006-12-12 - Collins Design

Language

English

Word Count

44,000 words, Guess

Page Count

176 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number2006015662
  • Goodreads1385484
  • LibraryThing2072952

Classifications

  • LCCNA2542.36 .T78 2006

Description

New Sustainable Homes will show readers will learn about the many materials and techniques that make up today's sustainable house, including: the use of pervious concrete on driveways that allows water to seep through to the water table below; using bio-fiber panels in lieu of plywood for interior finishing; using organic, green roofs that improve insulation, absorb sound and manage storm-water runoff; solar water heating systems; use of high thermal performance windows; and photovoltaic electrical systems.

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Other Editions

  • New Sustainable Homes: Designs for Healthy LivingCollins Design2006-12-12

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