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Physical Desc
xvi, 238 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm
Language
English
Description
"Written by leading practitioners, Straw Bale Building Details is the must-have illustrated guide to design and construction details for site-built straw bale buildings. Essential for avoiding costly mistakes, increasing construction efficiency and durability, and achieving desired energy performance goals."--
Physical Desc
xxii, 297 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
A house made out of straw? Yes! Whether you build an entire house or something more modest -- a home office or studio, a retreat cabin or guest cottage -- plastered straw bale construction is an exceptionally durable and inexpensive option. What's more, it's fun, because the technique is easy to learn and easy to do yourself. And the resulting living spaces are unusually quiet and comfortable.
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Physical Desc
xiii, 305 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"An EcoNest is not just a home--it is a uniquely beautiful structure that nurtures health and embraces ecology. This complete practical guide explains how EcoNests combine light straw clay natural building techniques with the principles of Building Biology, provides fully-illustrated, step-by-step instructions for designing and building your own, and is packed with inspiring photos of completed projects"--
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