Product Description

The Whole House Book is fast becoming the industry standard guide to environmental building materials and design. With the support of one of Britian's leading architects, the authors take a holisitc approach to design that combines social, economic and environmental objectives with an evaluation of buildings against their global and local impact.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #62649 in Books
• Published on: 2008-07-18
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 368 pages

The British Institute of Architectural Technologists
"I had a problem putting it down as it holds a wealth of information."

SelfBuild and Design magazine
This book is a wealth of information for anybody, not just selfbuilders, and delves into every aspect of the house.

The Environment Council
An inspiring and challenging book that should be in every college, school, public library and all architect and design practices.

Customer Reviews

Lovely -- a great read packed with useful information.
An exceptionally well researched and presented book. This makes an entertaining read even if you aren't planning to build a house just now. The authors rate and recommend building materials from "best practice" to "avoid if possible". This book is also useful for anyone wanting to improve the environmental impact of an existing building. Shame about the price, though.

Don't start building without this book!
Definitely a must for anyone who is thinking of building an 'eco' house, or improving the ecological integrity of the existing one. It goes over all aspects and although you would need more information on certain specifics, such as wind turbines, this book will certainly give you a good overview and establish clear views in your mind about ecological building, the do's and the don'ts.