Since 1992 and the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro at the latest, the concept of sustainability has also been the focus of attention in the building industry and architecture. It requires the use of intelligent technology, innovative construction, ecological materials, and an environmental approach to energy supply. This development is especially urgent in the area of residential housing, since we now see a growing sensitivity to quality of life and accommodation. People increasingly insist on a healthy indoor climate, ...
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Since 1992 and the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro at the latest, the concept of sustainability has also been the focus of attention in the building industry and architecture. It requires the use of intelligent technology, innovative construction, ecological materials, and an environmental approach to energy supply. This development is especially urgent in the area of residential housing, since we now see a growing sensitivity to quality of life and accommodation. People increasingly insist on a healthy indoor climate, natural moisture exchange, thermal comfort, and freedom absence of hazardous substances. The book provides extensive and technically detailed documentation of 25 sustainable residential structures in both high-tech and lowtech domain. There is a considerable variety among the individual projects in terms of their size and the materials used. The examples are chosen from 18 different countries on five continents and come from both rural regions and urban areas.
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Near Fine with no dust jacket. 3764374675. With coloured & b/w plates & illustrations & plans. Light wear to spine, covers & corners.; This publication provides detailed documentation of 25 sustainable residential structures, exploring a range of both high-tech and low-tech approaches to sustainability. The examples featured come from 18 different countries across five continents, showcasing a wide variety of sizes and materials. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to sustainable living practices around the world, illustrating the diverse ways in which architecture can contribute to a more sustainable future; Quarto; 160 pages.
