Download or read book Building an Eco Friendly Home for Beginners written by Jack Edwards and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-02-27 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Getting Your FREE Bonus Download this book, read it to the end and see "BONUS: Your FREE Gift" chapter after the conclusion. Building an Eco-Friendly Home for Beginners: Tips and Hacks In the present world, when the expenses which a family has to bear reaches at the peak of mountains, there should be some tricks by using which one can make one's house eco-friendly along with some hacks for becoming self-sufficient. If you are a beginner in making an eco-friendly house then do not worry. Here in this book, you are going to have all the hacks and tricks for making your own eco-friendly home without putting any extra effort. So, if you really want to know all the DIY tricks for making an eco-friendly house, then download this book now as it covers the following points for you: Significance of having an eco-friendly home Tips and tricks for getting started with it What to do for making your house eco-friendly? DIY hacks for a greener life Download your E book "Building an Eco-Friendly Home for Beginners: Tips and Hacks" by scrolling up and clicking "Buy Now with 1-Click" button!
Download or read book Sustainable Home written by Christine Liu and published by White Lion Publishing. This book was released on 2018-10-04 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainable Home is a stylish, inspirational and practical guidebook to maintaining a more environmentally friendly household. Sustainable lifestyle blogger and professional Christine Liu takes you on a tour through the rooms of your home – the living area, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom – offering tips, tricks and 18 step-by-step projects designed to help you lead a more low-impact lifestyle. Whether its by making your own toothpaste, converting to renewable energy sources, reducing your consumption of plastic, growing your own herb garden or upcycling old pieces of furniture, there are numerous ways – both big and small – to make a difference. With environmental issues at the forefront of global politics, the desire to make small changes on an individual level is on the rise; this book will guide anyone hoping to make a difference, but who perhaps don’t know where to begin.
Download or read book The Natural Building Companion written by Jacob Deva Racusin and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2012-05-01 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Natural buildings not only bring satisfaction to their makers and joy to their occupants, they also leave the gentlest footprint on the environment. In this complete reference to natural building philosophy, design, and technique, Jacob Deva Racusin and Ace McArleton walk builders through planning and construction, offering step-by-step instructions on: siting and site analysis choosing materials integrating basic structural considerations into a design strategies for heating/cooling efficiency and moisture management planning for acoustics developing an integrative design navigating budgeting, code compliance, and project management creating the foundation, wall system, roof, and floors selecting and making plasters and paints evaluating options for mechanical and utility systems protecting against fire and insects integrating structures within landscape, climate, and human communities ...and more Applicable to building in climates that are cold and wet, hot and dry, or somewhere in-between, The Natural Building Companion provides the tools necessary to understand basic principles of building science, including structural and thermal engineering, and hydrodynamics. This guide offers thorough, up-to-date, and advanced installation details and performance characteristics of straw-bale, straw-clay, woodchip-clay, and cellulose wall systems, as well as earthen and stone wall systems and a variety of framing, roofing, flooring, mechanical system, and finishing options. This fully-illustrated volume informs professionals making the transition from conventional building, homeowners embarking on their own construction, or green builders who want comprehensive guidance on natural-building options. A State-of-the-Art Resource for Natural Builders The Natural Building Companion is a part of The Yestermorrow Design/Build Library and includes an instructional DVD.
Download or read book Diy Guide for Dummies on Building an Eco friendly Home written by Mark Elmer and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-04-04 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Getting Your FREE Bonus Download this book, read it to the end and see "BONUS: Your FREE Gift" chapter after the conclusion. DIY Guide for Dummies on Building an Eco-Friendly Home Tips and Hacks In the present world, when the expenses which a family has to bear reaches at the peak of mountains, there should be some tricks by using which one can make one's house eco-friendly along with some hacks for becoming self-sufficient. If you are a beginner in making an eco-friendly house then do not worry. Here in this book, you are going to have all the hacks and tricks for making your own eco-friendly home without putting any extra effort. So, if you really want to know all the DIY tricks for making an eco-friendly house, then download this book now as it covers the following points for you: Significance of having an eco-friendly home Tips and tricks for getting started with it What to do for making your house eco-friendly? DIY hacks for a greener life Download your E book "DIY Guide for Dummies on Building an Eco-Friendly Home: Tips and Hacks" by scrolling up and clicking "Buy Now with 1-Click" button!
Download or read book Building a Sustainable Home written by Melissa Rappaport Schifman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-08-07 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The green building movement has produced hundreds of “how-to” books and websites that are filled with tips about green building and what homeowners should do to go green. While helpful and informative, when it comes to making actual purchasing and installation decisions, these books do not make it any easier for a homeowner to prioritize against a budget. Here, Schifman shares her knowledge and experience for others to use in their journey toward a greener way of living. Whether the reader is building a new home or doing a minor remodel, a homeowner needs a framework by which to guide their decisions. These decisions are based on values, and the author posits that there are really only three reasons to go green: For Our Health: By building more sustainably, we reduce our exposure to harmful chemicals and toxins. For Our Wealth: By building a more durable home and being more efficient with resources like water and electricity, we reduce our monthly utility bills and ongoing maintenance expenses. For Our Soul: Collectively doing the right thing for our planet does make a difference—and that is soul-nourishing. Learn the logistics of choosing windows, insulation, appliances, and lighting. Find out about FSC certified wood and about using reclaimed materials. Here is everything you need to make your home sustainable.
Download or read book The Green Self build Book written by Jon Broome and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2007-07-06 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build your home the 'green' way to reduce running costs, be more self-sufficient and create a more comfortable home. Whether you want a turf roof, solar-powered hot water, or a super-insulated house, this book demonstrates that green is the way forward. Written by award-winning architect Jon Broome, The Green Self-Build Book provides an accessible overview of the different methods of sustainable and eco-friendly construction techniques. Covering the essential elements of design and the self-build process, this practical book includes information on sustainable foundations, floor finishes and insulation. Jon also shares insights on how to build for comfort and health. Inspiring case studies of green building projects using earth, straw, steel and timber are also included. Packed with attractive colour photos throughout, this is an essential resource for anyone who is planning a self-build project or involved in housing.
Download or read book Shipping Container Homes written by Mike Ursan and published by . This book was released on 2021-10-25 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you been waiting for the right moment to start your project, but weren't sure where and how to begin? You are not willing to pay a home loan, so you are looking for economic and functional solutions? If the answer is "YES", then keep reading, because this book will clear all your doubts, and guide you towards building your personal container home from scratch! Nowadays, shipping container homes are gaining more and more popularity because of how green, eco-sustainable they are, and many people like you would like to build one themselves, but the majority don't know where and how to start. This guide explains step by step the construction of a home container for beginners, how you can do it in the best, fastest, and cheapest way possible, giving practical solution on where and how to find the suitable materials (to be ready and advantaged even in the negotiation of the same). After reading this book, you won't be confused about what steps you need to make this dream come true; it deals with all the necessary and relevant topics to create your project in absolute autonomy, making you save time and money for each step. You will be aware of any risks and know how to solve and avoid them, even if you want to do it for the real estate business. You will be able to forget about the usual expenses and worries every month. Still, you will create a solid, eco-friendly future and say goodbye to the daily routine, live more happily, and even make a business at the same time durable and sustainable. In fact, by reading this book you'll learn: How to check zoning laws, by teaching you how to get all the permits that you need, in order to be 100% sure that you will do everything the right way and without any legal problems. How To Buy A Good Container, When You Should Choose A Used One, And What Things You Need To Know Before Buying It, so you will be able to recognize if a container is worth the money. How To Prepare Your Site And Foundation, How To Place The Container, And How To Insulate It, so that you'll know exactly how to set it up correctly. How To Have A Water-Proof House, How to cool and heat the container, How avoid the most common drawbacks such as moisture, which will create mold and fungus issues if not handled properly. How To Plan Time For The Design Of Your Container House, thanks to 12 critical construction steps with practical solutions. Everything Else You Need To Do To Have The Finished Project. From installing utilities, roof and ceiling, flooring, doors, windows, and even interior and exterior design ideas. Multiple sections that will solve your most common doubts and questions, including practical solutions and full-size floor plans adopted firsthand by our architects. BONUS: How To Make It Chicer By Adding Amenities (e.g., pool, gym, studio, etc.) ... & Much More! You don't need to feel overwhelmed by this project: building a container home is really doable, and with this book, you will know exactly how! Stop paying rent to live in a house that will never be yours, and let this manual make your dreams come true! ...What are you waiting for? ...Just scroll to the top of the page and click the "BUY NOW" button to grab your copy right away!
Download or read book Essential Sustainable Home Design written by Chris Magwood and published by New Society Publishers. This book was released on 2017-07-31 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Design your own sustainable home Many people dream of building a beautiful, environmentally friendly home. But until now there has been no systematic guide to help potential builders work through the complete process of imagining, planning, designing, and building their ideal, sustainable home. Essential Sustainable Home Design walks potential homebuilders through the process starting with key concepts, principles, and a project vision that will guide the house to completion. Coverage includes: How to clarify your ideas and create a practical pathway to achieving your dream A criteria matrix to guide design, material, and systems decisions Creating a strong, integrated design team and working with professionals and code officials to keep the project on track from start to finish. Key building science concepts that make for a high-performance, durable building Primer on building logistics, material sourcing, and protocols to ensure that the initial vision for the project comes to fruition. One-page summaries and ratings of popular sustainable building materials and system options. Ideal for owner-builders and sustainable building contractors working with clients aiming to design and build a sustainable home. Chris Magwood has designed and built some of the most innovative, sustainable buildings in North America, including the first off-grid, straw bale home in Ontario. He is co-founder and director the Endeavour Centre for Innovative Building and Living and co-editor of the Sustainable Building Essentials series. Chris is the author of Essential Prefab Straw Bale Construction, Essential Hempcrete Construction, Straw Bale Details, More Straw Bale Building , and Making Better Buildings .
Download or read book Prefabulous World written by Sheri Koones and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2014-04-15 with total page 944 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning look at how people around the world are using prefabrication to create energy-efficient, sustainable, and stylish homes. Prefabulous World is the fourth book in Sheri Konnes’s revolutionary Prefabulous series. Presenting an international look at sustainable home design, it explores a compelling range of design styles and cutting-edge green technologies. The rising cost of fuel and the growing commitment to protect the environment have sparked exciting innovations in prefab home construction around the world. Showcasing many of the unlimited possibilities offered by prefabrication to build increasingly energy-efficient homes, Prefabulous World features fifty sophisticated examples of eco-friendly home design in Australia, New Zealand;Japan, Canada, the United States, England, Germany, South Africa, and beyond. “As we look into the future, it is clear the more and more intelligent materials and energies will be brought to hand as preassembled optimized components and systems, and they will be beautiful—just witness the homes we enjoy discovering in this lovely book.” —William McDonough, designer, advisor, thought leader, and co-author of Cradle to Cradle and The Upcycle
Download or read book Green from the Ground Up written by David Johnston and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Green construction is the building trend of the decade. In direct response to the growing demand for sustainable, healthy, and energy-efficient homes, David Johnston and Scott Gibson present the most forward-thinking theories and the best proven methods of new and remodeled green construction. They begin with down-to-earth explanations of green building basics and move on to site planning, materials selection, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality -- detailing along the way every step in design and construction, from framing to finishes" -- back cover.
Download or read book Shipping Container Homes written by Robert Price and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You already own a house, and you want a cheaper one to put where you want? You can't buy a house because the prices are too high and you don't know how to do? You like to create things with your own hands, and you want to build something solid and to last that you can exploit together with your family? Shipping Container Homes is an interesting option if you look for a low-cost turnkey solution with good indoor and outdoor quality standards. Combining the modules guarantees the construction of housing structures of different sizes built very quickly and respecting the environment. Shipping Container Homes have huge advantages compared to traditional ones. The quality, the time required for construction, and flexibility are higher than those of a classic solution. In addition to that, a container home costs 20 to 30 % less. All without the comfort being questioned. This complete guide will help you building your brand-new Shipping Container Home from scratch, starting from the project up to the finished product, step-by-step and easily. In this book, you will discover: Why Choose a Shipping Container Home; take a look at all the benefits you can get from building your new home in a container, starting from the cheaper costs to construction speed and eco-sustainability. How to Start the Project, helping you choose the desired location, budgeting, size, water access, type of soil, and whatever it takes to build it. Useful Advice and Practical Solutions to Problems that can arise building a container home, such as the walls' thermal insulation to prevent moisture and mold. The Rules to be Obeyed in terms of permits needed to build this type of house to ensure that you are following the law and not accused of building abuse. How to Properly Cool And Heat The Container Home. Containers are large steel boxes, and for this, they absorb and transmit heat and cold very well. This means that controlling the temperature inside your home can be a challenge. You don't want to live in an oven or a freezer. ... & Lot More! Thanks to recycling these containers and converting them into real housing units, it is possible to eliminate a large amount of waste and, at the same time, realize interesting projects of sustainable architecture. In this book, you will know anything about container homes, including where to buy your containers cheaply, how to plan the design of your container home, what contractors to hire, and a step-by-step guide to the actual building process! Order Your Copy Now and Start Building Your Homemade House Today!
Download or read book Easy Guide to Off Grid Home Building written by Justing G Ressler and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your Easy Guide to Sustainable Home Building Embark on a journey toward self-sufficiency! Whether you dream of building your own sustainable haven or simply crave a closer connection to nature, this guide is your key to turning that vision into reality. Discover the Off-Grid Lifestyle: Planning Your Escape: Dive into the essentials of off-grid living. From selecting the right location to understanding local regulations, this guide provides practical advice to help you plan and embark on your off-grid adventure. Designing a Sustainable Sanctuary: Explore eco-friendly building techniques. Learn about alternative energy sources, water collection systems, and sustainable materials, ensuring your off-grid home is both environmentally conscious and energy-efficient. DIY Building Simplified: Break down the construction process into manageable steps. With user-friendly instructions and accessible language, this guide ensures that even those without a construction background can confidently take on the challenge of building their own off-grid home. Harvesting Nature's Resources: Uncover the secrets of harnessing natural resources. From solar and wind power to rainwater collection, this book guides you through setting up systems that make your home self-sufficient and sustainable. Thriving Off the Grid: Learn the ins and outs of off-grid living. From cultivating your own food to waste management, discover the skills and practices that will allow you to thrive without relying on conventional utilities. Budget-Friendly Solutions: Navigate off-grid living without breaking the bank. This guide provides cost-effective alternatives and DIY solutions to help you achieve your off-grid dreams without sacrificing financial stability. AND MANY MORE! This is not just a guide; it's your roadmap to a lifestyle of self-reliance and sustainability. Whether you're a homesteading enthusiast or someone seeking a quieter, more connected life, this book empowers you to create your off-grid sanctuary with confidence and ease. So, step off the beaten path, embrace a life powered by nature, and let this book be your guide to a more sustainable tomorrow. GRAB YOUR COPY NOW!
Download or read book Your Eco Friendly Home written by Sid DAVIS and published by AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn. This book was released on 2008-11-12 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More and more people are becoming interested not just in living green, but particularly in living in a home that’s ecologically sound. With thousands of new eco-minded houses being built, and the real estate market becoming more attuned to home-buyers’ interests, demand for ecologically efficient living spaces is still exceeding the supply. Yet few resources exist for those wanting to build, buy, or remodel their own home to use less energy and be environmentally sensitive. Your Eco-Friendly Home shows readers how they can: find, finance, and buy eco-friendly real estate • work with eco-conscious agents and brokers • use environmentally friendly materials and techniques for interiors and exteriors • make their homes and landscaping more efficient • take advantage of tax incentives for going green This practical, reader-friendly guide gives readers all the guidance they need to easily become ecologically responsible homeowners.
Download or read book Shipping Container Homes for Beginners written by Adam Salner and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-06-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would you like to know how to build the home of your dreams from scratch and live in a super sustainable way, without spending a far disproportionate amount of money? If the answer is "YES", then keep reading, because this book will guide you to your first container home! Shipping container homes are a fantastic way to live off the grid and have a virtually maintenance-free home. This guide is filled with detailed instructions and illustrations, and it will teach you everything about planning, designing, and building your own custom shipping container home from scratch, from floor plans to your finished project, all with easy-to-follow step-by-step illustrated instructions. By reading this book you'll learn: A General Overview On Container Homes, thanks to a dedicated chapter filled with useful information that will help you a lot when starting your first project A clear Step-By-Step process to guide you in any aspect of the project How To Effectively Plan Your Project, so that you'll be sure to choose the right new or used container, determine the budget, and check all the zoning laws and permits, to be always compliant with the law The Best Way To Prepare Your Site And Foundation, so you'll be able to understand how to have everything perfect and ready to start building a container home that will last you a lifetime, and even more How To Choose A Good Shipping Container, And How To Place It, with a chapter that will tell you all the different container types, their prices, how to determine the condition of a container, and how to have it shipped and placed, so that you can make sure to invest your money in the perfect container for your needs and never waste a single dollar Step-By-Step Instruction On How To Clean, Prepare, And Isolate Your Container, so you will have it ready for the next step that you will learn, which is installing all the utilities: Electrical System, Water Lines and Drains, Telephone Line, and even Alternative Energy Resources. Many Floor Plan Ideas, that you can use as an inspiration to create almost infinite layout projects, to create your perfect, incredibly nice, and cozy home ... & Much More! This guide will make your dream of owning a container home come true, even if you don't have any previous building experience. ...What are you waiting for? Thanks to this book you'll be finally able to live in a custom-designed space that's all yours, off the grid, and sustainably. ...Just scroll to the top of the page and click the "BUY NOW" button to grab your copy right away! (New version with 15 Beginner-Friendly Floor Plans!)
Download or read book DIY How to Design Your Own Energy Efficient Green Home written by Sharon Buydens and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-01-13 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For beginners and owner-builders, green building is a sustainable construction method that has a low impact on the environment. Green buildings usually incorporate LEED standard construction requirements in order to become certified; however, a homeowner can be an "owner builder" and construct their own home without the need of hiring a General Contractor in many cases, plus they usually do not need certification even if they build to LEED standards. Although standard construction methods and materials are often used, such as 2x4 or 2x6 framing with fiberglass insulation, or SIP panels, alternative construction materials like straw bales, adobe, earthbags, rock, or other new, used or salvaged materials can be combined in a way that both eco-friendly and non-toxic, plus it can save money. The energy efficiency of a home, when designed well, can be as much as 90% efficient, cutting utility bills to an extreme. A tiny house or small "core house" (with all the living essentials--kitchen, bath, living/sleeping area) can be designed into the floorplan wall system so the owner-builder can add on extra bedrooms later on. This helps them construct a house in a shorter time so they can move in sooner, saving money and even being mortgage-free, if chosen. Energy efficient homes that are truly sustainable incorporate superinsulation and thermal mass along with passive solar home design, and this book explains how to do that. This book offers a passive solar home companion e-book (v1) that can be downloaded free from the author's website.
Download or read book Shipping Container Homes for Beginners written by Adam Salner and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would you like to know how to build the home of your dreams from scratch and live in a super sustainable way, without spending a far disproportionate amount of money? If the answer is "YES", then keep reading, because this book will guide you to your first container home! Shipping container homes are a fantastic way to live off the grid and have a virtually maintenance-free home. This guide is filled with detailed instructions and illustrations, and it will teach you everything about planning, designing, and building your own custom shipping container home from scratch, from floor plans to your finished project, all with easy-to-follow step-by-step illustrated instructions. By reading this book you'll learn: A General Overview On Container Homes, thanks to a dedicated chapter filled with useful information that will help you a lot when starting your first project A clear Step-By-Step process to guide you in any aspect of the project How To Effectively Plan Your Project, so that you'll be sure to choose the right new or used container, determine the budget, and check all the zoning laws and permits, to be always compliant with the law The Best Way To Prepare Your Site And Foundation, so you'll be able to understand how to have everything perfect and ready to start building a container home that will last you a lifetime, and even more How To Choose A Good Shipping Container, And How To Place It, with a chapter that will tell you all the different container types, their prices, how to determine the condition of a container, and how to have it shipped and placed, so that you can make sure to invest your money in the perfect container for your needs and never waste a single dollar Step-By-Step Instruction On How To Clean, Prepare, And Isolate Your Container, so you will have it ready for the next step that you will learn, which is installing all the utilities: Electrical System, Water Lines and Drains, Telephone Line, and even Alternative Energy Resources. Many Floor Plan Ideas, that you can use as an inspiration to create almost infinite layout projects, to create your perfect, incredibly nice, and cozy home ... & Much More! This guide will make your dream of owning a container home come true, even if you don't have any previous building experience. ...What are you waiting for? Thanks to this book you'll be finally able to live in a custom-designed space that's all yours, off the grid, and sustainably. ...Just scroll to the top of the page and click the "BUY NOW" button to grab your copy right away!
Download or read book The Eco Home Design Guide written by Christopher Day and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-29 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The key principles of designing a pleasant, comfortable and healthy eco-home, with a foreword written by HRH The Prince of Wales, now King Charles III. Designing an eco-home is much more about working with your house's location and situation than relying on intrusive technology and hi-tech materials. With the soaring energy bills and the climate crisis, it is now more important than ever to invest in a home that is considerate of keeping heat in. In this handbook, architect Christopher Day draws on his extensive experience to explain the key principles of eco-home design, using common-sense methods. Packed full of practical information, it includes several case studies of eco-homes, reviewing (with hindsight) what worked well and what could have been better. There is also guidance on how to generate energy, upgrading old buildings, and site planning. With beautifully hand-drawn illustrations, Christopher explores how to use local topography, combined with landscaping, to improve your home's microclimate and keep your house dry and warm in the winter, and cool in the summer. There are also handy tips on how to minimise hidden environmental impacts, and ideas on ways to make your home a safe and healthy place, both emotionally and physically. The Eco-Home Design Guide is essential for anyone who wants to create a attractive, environmentally friendly home that is in harmony with its location.
