Exploring the world of eco-friendly architecture, Green Homes showcases more than 2o projects worldwide,with a special focus on the United States and Canada. With a wealth of sustainable designs, this book is a must-have for architects and homeowners alike.

Green Homes presents the latest innovations in sustainable architecture and design.Filled cover to cover with beautiful, full-color photographs, architectural plans, and detailed drawings, this book features more than 20 projects, which explore various aspects of green design, from its ecological and economical benefits, to factors considered when choosing materials: How much energy went into manufacturing the product, whether it is long lasting, and whether it can be recycled OF safely disposed of as it breaks down over time. Specific topics covered include climate regulation,drainage systems, and regional planning. With a wealth of eco-friendly projects, Green Homes reveals how much the parameters of ecological design have expanded in just a few short years.

Introduction

Dwelling in El Escorial

The Dwight Nay

Brunsell-Sharples House Remodel

Les-Gwen McDonald House

Cape Schanck House

Self-sustained Modules

Glidehouse

Domespace

K & S House

The Solaire

Seatrain House

Between Alder and Oak

Loblolly House

Walla Womba Guesthouse

Z6 House

Flo House

House W

Leblanc House

Eastern Sierra Residence

Ehrlich Residence

L1iri B1au Residential Complex

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Zero Carbon House

R4 House

Directory