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Our climate is changing and this fascinating book offers practical proven examples of how, throughout history, mankind has ingeniously adapted his dwellings to the demands of the climate. --Kevin McCloud, presenter of Grand Designs
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Homes for a Changing Climate celebrates the collective wisdom of worldwide communities who have learnt to live and build with our changing climates It explores traditional and contemporary responses to the challenges of climate and illustrates the many ways in which houses can be designed, built and adapted to cope. Examples are drawn from across Europe - from the dry volcano of Thera to the 100mph winds of the Western Isles. It combines inspiring case studies, striking photography and practical advice, and is a book of imagination and hope in difficult times.
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Filled with specific pointers and tested approaches
19 Oct 2010
Format:Paperback
Deserving of ongoing recommendation is this fine survey on how to design and build homes to cope with ongoing climate change. Traditional and contemporary home designs alike are covered in a fine survey blending case studies with practical advice for coping with storms, floods, drought and more. General lending libraries as well as collections catering to architects and homeowners must have this: it's filled with specific pointers and tested approaches!
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