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The Natural Building Companion
$83.95 CAD |
Natural buildings not only bring satisfaction to their makers and joy to their occupants, they also leave the gentlest footprint on the environment. In this complete reference to natural building philosophy, design, and technique, Jacob Deva Racusin and Ace McArleton walk builders through planning and construction, offering step-by-step instructions on:
Siting
Choosing materials
Planning for heat and moisture
Developing an integrative design
Creating the foundation, wall system, roof, and floors
Protecting against fire and insects
Planning for acoustics
Selecting and making finishes
Plastering
Budgeting
...and more
Applicable to building in climates that are cold and wet, hot and dry, or somewhere in between, The Natural Building Companion offers thorough coverage of straw bale, straw-clay, woodchip-clay, and cellulose wall systems--as well as earthen and stone wall systems. Integrating holistic design and permaculture principles, this fully illustrated volume informs professionals making the transition from conventional building, homeowners embarking on their own construction, or green builders who want comprehensive guidance on natural-building options.
The book, part of the The Yestermorrow Design/Build Library, is accompanied by an instructional DVD.
“A thorough treatment of both the context for and specifics of natural building, this book is a wealth of resources all in one place. Though geared to the Atlantic Northeast, there is still more than enough here to make it a must-read for natural builders everywhere.” —Bruce King, author of Design of Straw Bale Buildings