Shelter, Energy & Eco-Design

Design for Sustainability Survival Guide concerns all the details on applying sustainability requirements in design. It is a critical and concise overview of the important facts from all imaginable angles. The book is written and illustrated to inform, support and inspire future designers.

Learn how to design and build your own domestic-sized water tank to collect, store, and use rainwater for your home and garden. Save money with this low-cost method of construction and reduce your water bills too!

In todays ego-techno-centred world, Robert Somervilles . . . Barn Club approach is a way forward that utilizes local traditions, local materials, and local hands to create a built environment that is more harmonious with the natural world and of course more beautiful.Jack A.

A fresh edition of the
sustainable design pioneer
Victor Papaneks classic and
ever-relevant book examining
the important role of design in
combating climate change.

The definitive history of solar power and technology, and an extraordinary sourcebook of all of humankind's solar ideas revised and expanded

Essential Green Roof Construction is a comprehensive, in-depth guide to building simple green roofs for houses and small buildings.

With indoor air pollution now worse than ever, this book provides the cure and teaches you how to detoxify your home by making small changes to every space/room.

With indoor air pollution now worse than ever, discover how to detoxify your home by making small changes to every space/room.