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The art of natural building: design, construction, resources

Joseph Kennedy et al

This book is a nice introduction to the whole field of natural building for non-professionals as

well as architects and designers. With a focus on both the practical and the aesthetic concerns

of ecological building designs and techniques, this book is divided into five sections, with thefirst providing an overview of the natural building movement from the various perspectives of

sustainability, lifestyle, and health. The second section looks at planning and design, followed

by a section that focuses on specific techniques and the vast variety of materials used in

natural building. e!t, e!amples of diverse natural dwellings are shared. "inally,

complementary systems, such as solar appliances, composting toilets, and alternative power

systems are covered. #verall, a fantastic book covering all aspects of natural building. $%$pp

Natural building: a guide to materials and techniques

Tom Woolley

This hardback book e!plores the many materials and methods used by the pioneers of natural

building, and discusses the reasons why various materials have been chosen. &llustrated with

over $$' colour photographs and diagrams, it is aimed at architects, self-builders,

environmental groups, and at those interested in green issues. &ts author, Tom Woolley is an

acknowledged e!pert on natural building and related environmental issues. (%$pp

The natural plaster book: earth, lime and gypsum plasters for natural homes

)edar *ose +uelberth an )hiras

"or builders of natural homes straw bale, cob, adobe, rammed earth, and other natural

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materials/, this unique step-by-step guide takes the confusion out of choosing, mi!ing, and

applying natural plasters. "rom principles to practicalities, and with every stage of the process

illustrated, The atural 0lasters 1ook details the entire process of plastering with earth, lime,

and gypsum for a long-lasting and durable finish. The only comprehensive guide available on

natural plasters, this book is written for the growing number of people who have decided to

build their own natural homes as well as for professionals. 2eavily illustrated with practicaldrawings and photographs, it also includes an e!tensive resource guide. $3'pp

Using natural finishes: lime and clay based plasters, renders and paints - a step-by-step

guide

4dam Weismann Katy 1ryce

56sing atural "inishes5 is an in-depth guide to the selection, mi!ing and application of lime

and clay based plasters, renders, paints and washes. 0roviding step-by-step instructions with

detailed illustrations to show the practical elements of working with lime and clay-based

finishes, the authors demonstrate how these natural 5breathable5 plasters and paints can be used

on a wide variety of wall surfaces, including traditional and eco-build materials like cob,

strawbale and stone, as well as modern plasterboard and concrete surfaces, with stunning

results. 7asy to follow &8 pro9ects guide the reader through all aspects of using these natural

finishes, with beautiful photographs of techniques and e!amples from the 6K and abroad.

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Earthbag building: the tools, tricks and techniques

Kaki 2unter onald Kiffmeyer

This book is the first comprehensive guide to all the tools, tricks and techniques for building

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with bags filled with earth -- earth bags. &ntroduced to sandbag construction by the renowned

ader Khalili in (%%0lanting +reen *oofs and ?iving Walls> the

authors describe and illustrate the practical techniques required to design, implement and

maintain a green roof or wall to the highest professional standards.

They go on to e!plain how roofs may be modified to bear the weight of vegetation, discuss

the different options for drainage layers and growing media, and list the plants suitable for

different climates and environments. This informative, up-to-the-minute reference will

captivate professionals with its illuminating new findings, and encourage gardeners

everywhere to consider the enormous benefits to be gained from planting on their roofs and

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!erious stra bale: a home construction guide for all climates

0aul ?acinski @ichael 1ergeron

1ergeron and ?acinski5s new book is the first to look carefully at the specific design

considerations critical to success with a straw bale building in more e!treme climates-whereseasonal changes in temperature, precipitation, and humidity create special stresses that

builders must understand and address. This is a second-generation straw bale book, for those

seeking serious information to meet serious challenges while adventuring in the most fun

form of construction to come along in several centuries. Aolid information in a well written

format. ;B'pp

!mall strabale

1ill Ateen, 4thena AwentCell Ateen Wayne J. 1ingham

This book presents a collection of small strawbale houses, tiny studios and meditation spaces,

outbuildings and landscape walls. &t includes the tangible creations of simple dreams and

modest pocketbooks - little houses and little buildings, the kind that most people can afford.#verflowing with beautiful, vivid colour photographs, detailed illustrations and floor plans,

5Amall Atrawbale5 spotlights the personal stories of people who have created simple,

economical, and beautiful structures out of natural materials. $;'pp

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The beauty of stra bale homes

4thena 1ill Ateen

This book celebrates in gorgeous colour photography the accomplishments of straw bale

artisans. Aelecting from a variety of building types and applications, they vividly portray the

sensuous versatility and cross-cultural appeal of this most accessible form of construction.

4ccompanying the stunning visual display is a te!t that incorporates key lessons 4thena and

1ill Ateen have learned in their years as straw bale pioneers. Their insights into design,

materials, and construction techniques provide a practical grounding by highlighting the

special features and unique personality of each building. ((;pp

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