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Building Green: A Complete Howto Guide To Alternative Building Methods Earth Plaster, Straw Bale, Cordwood, Cob, Living Roofs
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Clarke Snell And Timothy L. Callahan, Whose Popular Good House Book Helped Environmentallyminded Readers Create An Earthfriendly Home, Have Returned With A Photopacked, Amazingly Complete, Starttofinish Guide To Green Housebuilding.This Absolutely Groundbreaking Manual Doesn'T Just Talk About Ecofriendly Building Techniques, But Actually Shows Every Step! More Than 1,200 Closeup Photographs, Along With Indepth Descriptions, Follow The Real Construction Of An Alternative House From Site Selection To The Addition Of Finaltouch Interior Details. Coauthors Clarke Snell And Timothy Callahan (A Professional Builder And Contractor) Provide Thorough Discussions Of The Fundamental Concepts Of Construction, Substitutes For Conventional Approaches, And Planning A Home That'S Not Only Comfortable And Beautiful, But Environmentally Responsible. Then, They Roll Up Their Sleeves And Get To Work Assembling A Guest House That Incorporates Four Different Alternative Building Methods: Straw Bale, Cob, Cordwood, And Modified Stick Frame. The Images Show Every Move: How The Site Is Cleared, The Basic Structure Put Together, The Cob Wall Sculpted, The Bales And Cordwood Stacked, A Living Roof Created, And More. Most Important, The Manual Conveys Realworld Challenges And Processes, And Offers Dozens Of Sidebars With Invaluable Advice. It'S Head And Shoulders Above All Others In The Field.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Building Green'? A: 'Building Green' provides a comprehensive guide to alternative building methods, focusing on eco-friendly techniques such as earth plaster, straw bale, cordwood, cob, and living roofs.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Clarke Snell and Timothy L. Callahan, who are experienced builders and contractors with a background in environmentally-friendly construction.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: 'Building Green' contains a total of 615 pages filled with detailed information and photographs.
- Q: What type of photographs are included in the book? A: The book features over 1,200 close-up photographs that document every step of the construction process for alternative building methods.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in alternative building? A: Yes, the book is designed for both beginners and experienced builders, providing thorough explanations of concepts and step-by-step guidance.
- Q: What are some of the building methods covered in the book? A: The book covers various alternative building methods including straw bale, cob, cordwood, and modified stick frame construction.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition.
- Q: When was 'Building Green' published? A: 'Building Green' was published on January 28, 2006.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of the book is the First Edition.
- Q: Does the book include practical tips for construction? A: Yes, the book includes numerous sidebars with practical advice and insights into real-world challenges faced during construction.