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Alternative Construction: Contemporary Natural Building Methods
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The First Comprehensive Guide To Combining Traditional Natural Materials And Modern Construction Methods.From Adobe To Straw Bales, Traditional Building Materials Are Being Adapted To Meet Coderequired Standards For Health And Safety In Contemporary Buildings Around The World. Not Only Are They Cost Effective And Environmentally Friendly, But, When Used Correctly, These Natural Alternatives Match The Strength And Durability Of Many Mainstream Construction Materials.This Book Examines A Broad Range Of Traditional And Modern Natural Construction Methods, Including Strawbale, Lightclay, Cob, Adobe, Rammed Earth And Pise, Earthbag, Earthsheltered, Bamboo, And Hybrid Systems. It Also Covers Key Ecological Design Principles, As Well As Current Engineering And Building Code Requirements.Experts On Each Building System Have Contributed Core Chapters That Explore The History, Development, Climatic Appropriateness, Environmental Benefits, Performance Characteristics, Construction Techniques, And Structural Design Principles For Each Method. More Than 200 Visuals Depict Both Construction Processes And Completed Structures. An Extensive Resource Guide Shows Where To Go For Further Information, Training, And Research.In An Increasingly Resourceconscious Era, Alternative Construction Is Truly An Idea Whose Time Has Come. Whether You'Re An Architect, Designer, Student, Or Homeowner, This Book Will Help You To Combine Indigenous Building Materials With Modern Construction Systems And Design Standards To Create Lowimpact, Highquality Buildings That Meet The Highest Levels Of Comfort, Health, And Safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Alternative Construction: Contemporary Natural Building Methods'? A: The book focuses on combining traditional natural materials with modern construction methods, providing a comprehensive guide to various sustainable building techniques.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Lynne Elizabeth.
- Q: What are some of the construction methods covered in this book? A: It covers methods such as straw-bale, cob, adobe, rammed earth, earthbag, and bamboo, among others.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 416 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in natural building? A: Yes, the book is suitable for beginners as it provides detailed explanations and visual aids for understanding various construction methods.
- Q: What year was 'Alternative Construction' published? A: The book was published on March 24, 2005.
- Q: Does the book include visuals to aid understanding? A: Yes, it includes more than 200 visuals depicting construction processes and completed structures.
- Q: Are there any resources for further information included in the book? A: Yes, the book features an extensive resource guide for further information, training, and research.
- Q: Can this book help architects and designers? A: Absolutely, it provides valuable insights for architects and designers looking to incorporate natural materials into modern construction.