14 Mar, 2010
Posted by: baterya In: PRODUCTS
Long considered the apotheosis of rustic kitsch, the log house actually has a rich architectural pedigree. Since the late 19th century, a surprising number of architects, along with their artisan-builder counterparts, have transformed the simple pioneer log cabin into a supremely crafted work of high art. Log Houses of the World is the first-ever chronological [...]
11 Mar, 2010
Posted by: baterya In: PRODUCTS
Designing a home that is healthful, great looking, and responsive to the needs of the planetArm yourself with information that will helpyou find the pros who can help you keep yourhome healthy and safeSee through the clutter of conflicting claimsabout everything from building products tocleaning agentsCreate a water-wise landscape and learnattractive uses for recycled materials [...]
08 Mar, 2010
Posted by: baterya In: PRODUCTS
Good green homes can be any color, and are more mainstream by the minute. Robert teaches the reader all about sustainable building for a healthier planet via tours of real-world living spaces. A good glossary is included. (Judy Walker New Orleans Times-Picayune )Good green homes can be any color, and are more mainstream by [...]
05 Mar, 2010
Posted by: baterya In: PRODUCTS
“The Simply Solar House” is unique in its practical approach to designing a highly energy efficient house using common construction materials and practices. Drawing upon their experience building a solar house in central North Carolina, the authors describe the key features of energy efficient home design in simple and easy to understand language. This book [...]
05 Feb, 2010
Posted by: baterya In: PRODUCTS
“Kilbert set out to provide a book for professors to use within their environmental departments; however, what he ends up with is a wonderful overview of the green building movement…” (AIA, March 2007)”Kilbert set out to provide a book for professors to use within their environmental departments; however, what he ends up with is a [...]