New Rural Architecture — Contemporary Natural Construction Methods

Author: (USA) Elizabeth
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: This book comprehensively introduces both traditional and modern natural building methods, including reeds, lightweight clay, cobblestones, adobe bricks, compressed earth, rammed earth, earthbags, mud bricks, bamboo, and mixed materials. It also covers some ecological architectural design principles, while considering current engineering technology and architectural requirements. Whether you are an architect, designer, student, or homeowner, this book will help you combine local building materials with advanced design concepts to achieve the highest levels of comfort, health, and safety in your construction.