Natural Flair (Eco Architecture)

by TaschenPublishing (Creator)

• New

  Paperback
  2008

  $12.94

  This title includes 28 inspiring projects in the countryside providing eco-friendly construction methods.In regard to the current discussions about global warming and a new green movement, ecological aspects in architecture are becoming more and more important. Home buyers and owners as well as builders, architects and designers are seeking for examples and inspiration. Eco Architecture is a book series showcasing the world's best 'green' buildings. It is a unique inspiration source providing an approach to the personal 'green' dream house. It shows how pleasant ecological houses can be from an architectural viewpoint, irrespective of the material used in construction, be it stone, wood or brick. Natural flair presents 28 projects from all over the world, mainly private houses, that have precisely that. They are illustrated with more than 250 pictures, architectural drawings and plans. Their flair results from their design, and they are natural both through their use of eco-friendly construction methods and also in their location in the countryside. The book includes descriptive articles on these cozy and romantic buildings, as well as on their 'green' credentials.