Ecohouse: A Design Guide

by Susan Roaf

Ecohouse 2 tells you how to design low energy, environmentally friendly buildings. It provides the foundations for building design in a warming world, and shows how to take the first step towards the zero-carbon emission buildings of tomorrow.


Sue Roaf is famed for her approach to design and her awareness of energy efficiency. Here she reveals the concepts, structures and techniques that lie behind the realization of her ideals. By using her own house as a case-study Roaf guides the reader through the ideas for energy efficient design or 'eco design'.

This second edition, a follow up to the best selling original, introduces new sections including earth sheltering and reed beds. It also explores 24 case-studies of ecohouses from around the world. It is an ideal comprehensive reference for architects, designers and their clients, as well as self builders, who wish to help make sustainable design a reality.

Genres: Architecture

Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Troy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice coverage of energy efficient homes and explanations on how various components work. Covers solar, ventilation, water efficiency, etc. Also provides many case studies, detailing the designs and lessons learned from each particular building.

[Ben Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book something to read even if you don't build buildings. Style of writing very easy to read and passionate voice from author. Spells out how we will be living in next few years