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Earth Sheltered Houses
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Author : Rob Roy
language : en
Publisher: New Society Publishers
Release Date : 2006-04-03
Earth Sheltered Houses written by Rob Roy and has been published by New Society Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-04-03 with Architecture categories.
The only how-to manual on the subject directed to mainstream owner-builders An earth-sheltered, earth-roofed home has the least impact upon the land of all housing styles, leaving almost zero footprint on the planet. Earth-Sheltered Houses is a practical guide for those who want to build their own underground home at moderate cost. It describes the benefits of sheltering a home with earth, including the added comfort and energy efficiency from the moderating influence of the earth on the home's temperature-keeping it warm in the winter and cool in the summer-low maintenance, and the protection against fire, sound, earthquake and storm afforded by the earth. Extra benefits from adding an earth or other living roof option include greater longevity of the roof substrate, fine aesthetics, and environmental harmony. The book covers all of the various construction techniques involved including details on planning, excavation, footings, floor, walls, framing, roofing, waterproofing, insulation and drainage. Specific methods appropriate for the inexperienced owner-builder are a particular focus and include: pouring one's own footings and/or floor the use of dry-stacked (surface-bonded) concrete block walls post-and-beam framing plank-and-beam roofing, and drainage methods and self-adhesive waterproofing membranes. The time-tested, easy-to-learn construction techniques described in Earth-Sheltered Houses will enable readers to embark upon their own building projects with confidence, backed up by a comprehensive resources section that lists all the latest products such as waterproofing membranes, types of rigid insulation and drainage products that will protect the building against water damage and heat loss.
Earth Sheltered Homes
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Author : Donna Ahrens
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1981
Earth Sheltered Homes written by Donna Ahrens and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1981 with Architecture categories.
"Detailed construction information, plans, and energy data for twenty-three successful earth sheltered homes throughout the United States and Europe. Gross area, materials for construction, types of earth cover, method of insulation, and waterproofing techniques are all included in data sheets and charts that baccompany a full description of each house. In addition, comprehensive plans and over 150 photographs of both interior and exterior views"--Back cover.
Earth Sheltered Housing
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Author : Max Terman
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2012-12-06
Earth Sheltered Housing written by Max Terman and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-06 with Technology & Engineering categories.
One of our most important objectives as hu have provided basic principles from scientific mans is to discover and pass on ways of living journals and books and summarized the expe with our environment. Every form of life, in riences of people actually living in earth shel cluding human, depends on nature's ability to ters. produce clean air, pure water and fertile soil In the growth and development of any field and to recycle wastes. It is our duty to live in a of knowledge, there comes a time when theory manner that enhances and preserves these nat requires testing, when concepts need to be re ural processes. Earth sheltering-the use of fined in the light of experience. Such is the case earth cover to moderate and improve living with earth sheltering. A good foundation of conditions in buildings-is an old but recently principles has been laid, mostly through the ex rediscovered technique. It holds much promise cellent efforts of such organizations as the Un for allowing us to use less energy and preserve derground Space Center of the University of more space for natural and human needs. It also Minnesota, the School of Architecture at Okla gives the individual and society alike a real way homa State University, and the many design to achieve self-reliance and independence from professionals active in earth sheltering. These limited sources of fossil fuels.
The Complete Guide To Building Affordable Earth Sheltered Homes
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Author : Robert McConkey
language : en
Publisher: Atlantic Publishing Company
Release Date : 2011
The Complete Guide To Building Affordable Earth Sheltered Homes written by Robert McConkey and has been published by Atlantic Publishing Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Architecture categories.
The home, an essential part of the American dream, has been beset by troubles since the beginning of the Great Recession in 2007. Whether from an unstable housing economy, ever-rising energy costs, or the environmental ruin of urban sprawl, the origin and variety of these assaults can be bewildering. Surprisingly, some of the answers to many of these modern-day troubles lie in some of humanity's most ancient building techniques. Earth-sheltered building has existed since the heyday of Skara Brae in Scotland 5,000 years ago, and is used today by people around the world, from the Yaodong of north-west China to the subterranean residents of Coober Pedy, Australia, and even to converted missile silos in America. If you have ever looked at your power bill in stunned disbelief, if you are interested in green building techniques, or if you want your home to stand out (or hide out), then this book is for you. Contrary to popular misconceptions of being cramped, dark, or dank domiciles, earth-sheltered homes come in a number of different styles, incorporating brilliant techniques designed to bring light and air into the home. With The Complete Guide to Building Affordable Earth-Sheltered Homes, you will learn about the many different types of earth-sheltered homes and their various advantages, including a life span that can be two to three times longer than that of conventional housing, inexpensive building materials, and reduced maintenance costs. Additionally, the energy costs of an earth-sheltered home can be as much as 80 percent lower than a conventional homes power costs. The book will also examine the different environmental factors that you need to consider when selecting which style to build and how to begin, and carry out, your building process. Some of the factors discussed include the different types of soil and how to adjust to them, the level of precipitation and how to manage run off, and how to maximise use of natural light sources. Construction experts and earth-sheltered home builders have been interviewed and their expertise is included in this guide to help you learn how you can create your own underground home. Details of construction methods are found throughout the book, including tips and advice for planning, excavation, flooring, walls, framing, waterproofing, roofing, drainage, and insulation. You will also learn how to pour your own footings and floor, how to dry stack concrete block walls, how to use post and beam framing, and how to waterproof the membranes. With the information provided in this book, you can start planning and building your own earth-sheltered home in no time so that you, too, can benefit from the natural protection of the earth. If earth-sheltered building is good enough for Bill Gates $136 million mansion, then it just might be good enough for you too.
Earth Sheltered Housing Design
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Author : University of Minnesota. Underground Space Center
language : en
Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold Company
Release Date : 1979
Earth Sheltered Housing Design written by University of Minnesota. Underground Space Center and has been published by Van Nostrand Reinhold Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979 with Earth sheltered houses categories.
Offers homeowners and architects a comfortable and economical approach to underground housing based on modern construcion techniques, providing plans, details, and photographs of existing examples of earth sheltered houses.
Earth Sheltered Housing Design
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Author : University of Minnesota. Underground Space Center
language : en
Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold Company
Release Date : 1979
Earth Sheltered Housing Design written by University of Minnesota. Underground Space Center and has been published by Van Nostrand Reinhold Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979 with Architecture categories.
Offers homeowners and architects a comfortable and economical approach to underground housing based on modern construcion techniques, providing plans, details, and photographs of existing examples of earth sheltered houses.
Earth Sheltered Homes
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Author : Donna Ahrens
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1981
Earth Sheltered Homes written by Donna Ahrens and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1981 with categories.
Complete Guide To Building Affordable Earth Sheltered Homes
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Author : Robert McConkey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014
Complete Guide To Building Affordable Earth Sheltered Homes written by Robert McConkey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with categories.
Earth-sheltered building has existed since the heyday of Skara Brae in Scotland 5,000 years ago, and is used today by people around the world.
Earth Sheltered Housing
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Author : University of Minnesota
language : en
Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold Company
Release Date : 1981
Earth Sheltered Housing written by University of Minnesota and has been published by Van Nostrand Reinhold Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1981 with Architecture categories.
Offers an approach to construction techniques, providing plans, details, and photographs of earth sheltered houses.
Earth Sheltered Houses
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Author : Pauline A. Keehn
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1987
Earth Sheltered Houses written by Pauline A. Keehn and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1987 with Architecture categories.