This highly practical book has been written to encourage design solutions that are in harmony with local climates & conditions: a matter of economic as well as aesthetic importance. The initial chapters explain the fundamentals of climate & comfort. Subsequent sections set out environmental design techniques: methods of dealing with hazards such as earthquakes, lightning and termites; and guidance on the use of locally available materials & technology. The emphasis throughout is on illustrated and tabulated practical advice, with many drawn examplesof building form & construction, and lists of suitable plant species.
- ISBN10 0956432328
- ISBN13 9780956432322
- Publish Date 17 January 2011 (first published 1 August 1980)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Archimedia Press Limited
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 156
- Language English