Energy Efficient Houses (Fine Homebuilding's Great Houses Series) - Hardcover

Fine Homebuilding

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1561580597 ISBN 13: 9781561580590

Publisher: Taunton Press Inc, 1993

The 31 articles from Fine Homebuilding magazine collected in this volume show how designers and builders have incorporated energy considerations into their creations. You'll see energy-efficient houses built for hot climates and cold climates, wet climates and dry climates. You'll find houses in both traditional and modern styles. You'll learn about materials and techniques that can make a major difference in how much energy it takes to make your home comfortable. In short, you'll discover that the house of your dreams can be built as an energy efficient home.

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Synopsis:

Concern for energy efficiency in housing has not abated since the last oil crisis and for good reason. This timely collection of articles shows how energy consciousness can be incorporated into housing construction and renovation, as well as how it can enhance the look and value of a home. The views expressed are concerned with a wide variety of issues and offer advice and tips on all sorts of different homes depending on their location and style. The topics covered include: solar efficiency, energy efficient house with a Mediterranean feel, insulation, a passive solar home built on less than the ideal site, battling against seasonal extremes, ventilation and much more. Advice is also offered on material and how to solve common problems.

About the Author:

All contributing authors are seasoned professionals whose articles have appeared in Fine Homebuilding magazine. Since 1981 Fine Homebuilding has been providing information and inspiration to everyone who cares about quality home improvement and construction. the magazine is the best source of home improvement information and helps readers build projects better, faster, and more efficiently.

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