The Art of Natural Building
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<div><p>The popularity of natural building has grown by leaps and bounds, spurred by a grassroots desire for housing that is healthy, affordable, and environmentally responsible. While there are many books available on specific methods such as straw-bale construction, cob, or timber framing, there are few resources which introduce the reader to the entire scope of this burgeoning field.</P><p>Fully revised and updated, <i>The Art of Natural Building</i> is the complete <i>and</i> user-friendly introduction to natural building for everyone from the do-it-yourselfer to architects and designers. This collection of articles from over fifty leaders in the field is now stunningly illustrated with over two-hundred full-color photographs of natural buildings from around the world. Learn about:</P> <UL> <LI>The case for building with natural materials, from the perspectives of sustainability, lifestyle, and health</LI> <LI>What you need to know to plan and design your own beautiful and efficient natural home</LI> <LI>Explanations of thirty versatile materials and techniques, with resources on where to go for further information on each</LI> <LI>How these techniques are being used to address housing crises around the world. </LI></UL><p>Clearly written, logically organized, and beautifully illustrated, <i>The Art of Natural Building</i> is <i>the</i> encyclopedia of natural building.</P><p><b>Joseph F. Kennedy</b> is a designer, builder, writer, artist, educator, and co-founder of Builders Without Borders.</P><p><b>Michael G. Smith</b> is a respected workshop instructor, consultant, and co-author of the best-selling book <i>The Hand-Sculpted House</i>.</P><p><b>Catherine Wanek</b> is a co-founder of Builders Without Borders and author/photographer of <i>The Hybrid House</i> and <i>The New Straw Bale Home</i>.</DIV>
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