• Passive House Details: Solutions for High-Performance Design

    Passive House Details introduces the concepts, principles, and design processes of building ultralow-energy buildings. The objective of this book is to provide design goals, research, analysis, systems, details, and inspiring images of some of the most energy-efficient, carbon-neutral, healthy, and satisfying buildings currently built in the region. Other topics included: heat transfer, moisture management, performance targets, and climatic zones. Illustrated with more than 375 color images, the book is a visual catalog of construction details, materials, and systems drawn from projects contri... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1138958263
    • ASIN: 1138958263
    • ISBN: 1138958263
    • Manufacturer: Routledge

  • The Solar House: Passive Heating and Cooling

    Passive solar heating and passive cooling—approaches known as natural conditioning—provide comfort throughout the year by reducing, or eliminating, the need for fossil fuel. Yet while heat from sunlight and ventilation from breezes is free for the taking, few modern architects or builders really understand the principles involved. Now Dan Chiras, author of the popular book The Natural House, brings those principles up to date for a new generation of solar enthusiasts. The techniques required to heat and cool a building passively have been used for thousands of years. Early societies such a... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1931498121
    • ASIN: 1931498121
    • ISBN: 9781931498128
    • Brand: Chelsea Green Publishing Company
    • Manufacturer: Chelsea Green Publishing

  • 500 Small Houses of the Twenties (Dover Architecture)

    Spurred by a rapidly expanding economy and abundant resources of land, building materials and skilled labor, the dream of building and owning one's own home became a reality in America in the 1920s. With the beginning market for small- to medium-sized one-family dwellings came a succession of innovative home designs that transformed American domestic architecture.This outstanding book presents 500 small-home designs of the 1920s as they appeared in a major architectural publication of 1923. Many are by leading domestic architects of the period. Each design is presented in a handsome perspectiv... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0486263002
    • UPC: 800759263004
    • ASIN: 0486263002
    • ISBN: 0486263002
    • Manufacturer: Dover Publications

  • Super House: Design Your Dream Home for Super Energy Efficiency, Total Comfort, Dazzling Beauty, Awesome Strength, and Economy

    SUPER HOUSE is the ultimate book on home design, for readers of all backgrounds. Its step-by-step approach allows anyone to design a home that is super-efficient, totally comfortable, free of health hazards, strong, and beautiful. Eight design steps cover: the space layout and architectural style; optimizing the windows and other glazing; creating an exceptionally strong and efficient structure; comfortable and efficient HVAC; plumbing fixtures and water treatment; efficient and visually effective lighting; selecting the appliances; and, working with your contractor to get the house built. A b... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0965792633
    • ASIN: 0965792633
    • ISBN: 0965792633
    • Manufacturer: Energy Inst Pr

  • Heating, Cooling, Lighting: Sustainable Design Methods for Architects

    Sustainable environmental control through building design Heating, Cooling, and Lighting is the industry standard text on environmental control systems with the emphasis on sustainable design. By detailing the many factors that contribute to the comfort in a building, this book helps architects minimize mechanical systems and energy usage over the life of the building by siting, building design, and landscaping to maximize natural heating, cooling, and lighting. This new fourth edition includes new information on integrated design strategies and designing for the Tropics. Resources include hel... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 111858242X
    • ASIN: 111858242X
    • ISBN: 111858242X
    • Brand: imusti
    • Manufacturer: Wiley

  • How to Build Your Own Greenhouse: Designs and Plans to Meet Your Growing Needs

    Unlock new growing opportunities and increase your property value with an outdoor conservatory. In this illustrated guide, Roger Marshall shows you how to build our own greenhouse using simple, easy-to-follow techniques. Covering everything from selecting a site to glazing glass, Marshall includes tips on laying a foundation, construction materials, ventilation, and much more. Whether your goal is to stretch the growing season or create a lush space for a year-round hot tub, you can build the greenhouse of your dreams.

    • ASIN: 158017647X
    • UPC: 037038176476
    • ASIN: 158017647X
    • ISBN: 158017647X
    • Brand: Storey Publishing, LLC
    • Manufacturer: Storey Publishing, LLC

  • Midori Haus: Transformation from Old House to Green Future with Passive House

    Managing a major remodel of your home involves learning various aspects of a construction project: permitting; hiring contractors; clarifying what you really mean and want; managing a budget; overseeing quality, avoiding regrets; doing what’s right for yourself and standing up for yourself. It’s a big job. The learning curve is high and often we homeowners don’t get to apply the skills we learned again.In this book, the stories of a couple going through this learning curve is told through the lens of a novice just like a conversation with a homeowner over a cup of tea. What they thought ... [Read More]

    • ASIN: B07793V4LF
    • ASIN: B07793V4LF
    • Manufacturer: Hybrid Global Publishing

  • Creative Haven Country Charm Coloring Book (Creative Haven Coloring Books)

    Colorists will love to relax and unwind with these idyllic scenes, which capture the peaceful sights of country locales. From antique shop windows and farm stand displays to rustic table settings and covered bridges, the richly detailed illustrations celebrate the endless appeal of rural life. Specially designed for the experienced colorist, Country Charm and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.

    • ASIN: 0486821684
    • UPC: 800759821686
    • ASIN: 0486821684
    • ISBN: 0486821684
    • Brand: Dover Publications
    • Manufacturer: Dover Publications

  • Passive Solar House: The Complete Guide to Heating and Cooling Your Home

    Revised and Expanded Edition - Includes CD-ROM with Custom Design Software For the past ten years The Passive Solar House has offered proven techniques for building homes that heat and cool themselves, using readily available materials and methods familiar to all building contractors and many do-it-yourself homeowners. True to this innovative, straightforward approach, the new edition of this best-selling guide includes CSOL passive solar design software, making it easier than ever to heat your home with the power of the sun. Since The Passive Solar House was first published, passive solar con... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1933392037
    • ASIN: 1933392037
    • ISBN: 1933392037
    • Brand: Brand: Chelsea Green Publishing
    • Manufacturer: Chelsea Green Publishing

  • The Passive Solar Energy Book: A Complete Guide to Passive Solar Home, Greenhouse and Building Design

    Provides comprehensive information on the design and application of passive solar-energy systems and assesses twenty-seven design patterns that offset a variety of factors influencing the effectiveness of solar heating

    • ASIN: 0878572376
    • ASIN: 0878572376
    • ISBN: 0878572376
    • Brand: Brand: Rodale Pr
    • Manufacturer: Rodale Pr

  • The Case for Christianity Answer Book (Answer Book Series)

    Answers to the most-asked questions about Christian faith!The Case for Christianity Answer Book is a great book for both newer and seasoned Christians alike. The Q&A format lends itself to helping believers know how to effectively defend their faith. Perfect for those ready to consider Jesus, longtime believers, someone seeking the truth, or even a skeptic. This book is great for anyone looking for a handy reference. The Case for Christianity Answer Book provides succinct answers to real questions about Christianity. Strobel, a former atheist, uses his investigative journalism skills to di... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0310339553
    • UPC: 025986339555
    • ASIN: 0310339553
    • ISBN: 0310339553
    • Brand: Zondervan
    • Manufacturer: Zondervan

  • A BiggerPockets Guide: How to Rent Your House

    Described as "hands down, the best freaking article on renting your home, period," this short, easy-to-read guide from BiggerPockets.com - The Premier Online Social Network for Real Estate Investors - is packed full of actionable tips gained from years of real estate investing trial-and-error. The techniques shared within this guide will walk you through the entire process, step-by-step, to get your home rented with the least amount of stress possible. From "the five initial questions you must ask yourself before getting started" to the final handing off of the keys, this guide is the definiti... [Read More]

    • ASIN: B00AXNQC8S
    • ASIN: B00AXNQC8S
    • Manufacturer: BiggerPockets, Inc.

  • Passivhaus-Bauteilkatalog | Details for Passive Houses: Ökologisch bewertete Konstruktionen | A Catalogue of Ecologically Rated Constructions (German and English Edition)

    Die erste Auflage des ökologischen Bauteilkataloges erschien 1999 in deutscher Sprache. Das große Interesse an einer Sammlung ökologischer Bewertungen und Detaildarstellungen, detaillierten baupraktischen Beschreibungen und bauphysikalischen Kennwerten, machten das Buch schnell zu einem konkurrenzlosen Klassiker. Für die zweite Auflage wurden die Regelquerschnitte im Hinblick auf den Passivhaus-Standard dimensioniert und die ökologische Bewertung aktualisiert und anschaulicher dargestellt, erneut zahlreiche Parameter unter die Lupe genommen und wissenschaftlich ausgewertet. Neu ist, dass ... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 3211297634
    • ASIN: 3211297634
    • ISBN: 3211297634
    • Manufacturer: Springer

  • Off Grid and Underground: Architechture for Simple Living

    This book is a unique look into one of the most unusual building techniques - underground installation of shipping containers - finished out into a very modern, energy efficient home that has proven to be a delight to live in. Detailed how-to instructions from start to finish give the reader a real handle on how they could build this home for themselves successfully and enjoy the wonderful benefits of living underground and off the grid. A real must for those who are considering cutting the city ties and venturing out into the country to establish a successful homestead. Well worth a read!

    • ASIN: B00QKRNQ12
    • ASIN: B00QKRNQ12

  • Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond, Volume 1: Guiding Principles to Welcome Rain into Your Life and Landscape, 2nd Edition

    The award-winning Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond, Volume 1, 2nd Edition: Guiding Principles to Welcome Rain into Your Life and Landscape, is the first book in a three-volume guide that teaches you how to conceptualize, design, and implement sustainable water-harvesting systems for your home, landscape, and community. The lessons in this volume will enable you to assess your on-site resources, give you a diverse array of strategies to maximize their potential, and empower you with guiding principles to create an integrated, multi-functional water-harvesting plan specific to your s... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0977246434
    • ASIN: 0977246434
    • ISBN: 0977246434
    • Brand: Rainsource Press
    • Manufacturer: Rainsource Press

  • Passive House Design : Planning and Design of Energy-Efficient Buildings

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    • UPC: 37782108

  • Canvas Print Passive House Design House Architecture Stretched Canvas 10 x 14

    We stand behind our products and services to deliver to your doorsteps within the promised delivery window. We appreciate your business for any questions or concerns please contact via

    • UPC: 597657698
    • Color: MulticolorMulti
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  • Midori Haus : Transformation from Old House to Green Future with Passive House

    Managing a major remodel of your home involves learning various aspects of a construction project: permitting; hiring contractors; clarifying what you really mean and want; managing a budget; overseeing quality, avoiding regrets; doing what's right

    • UPC: 154123539

  • Passive Houses : Energy Efficient Homes

    The new Generation of Ecological Architecture Building owners today are increasingly confronted with the question of energy efficiency. Aside from mandatory national requirements and optional certificates, a general consensus of "passive house" has emerged. Within

    • UPC: 17333365

  • Passive House Details - eBook

    Passive House Details introduces the concepts, principles, and design processes of building ultralow-energy buildings. The objective of this book is to provide design goals, research, analysis, systems, details, and inspiring images of some of the

    • UPC: 409560483

  • Positive Energy Homes : Creating Passive Houses for Better Living

    Positive energy homes enable people to live healthy and comfortable lives with energy left over to share. Creating a house you love that produces surplus energy is surprisingly easy with a thorough understanding of how

    • UPC: 56043865

  • Best Books for Kids Aged 4 (Paper Town - Create Your Own Town Using 20 Templates) : 20 full-color kindergarten cut and paste activity sheets designed to create your own paper houses. The price of this book includes 12 printable PDF kindergarten workbooks

    Best Books For Kids Aged 4 (paper Town - Create Your Own Town Using 20

    • UPC: 301607240

  • Best Books for Two Year Olds (Paper Town - Create Your Own Town Using 20 Templates) : 20 Full-Color Kindergarten Cut and Paste Activity Sheets Designed to Create Your Own Paper Houses. the Price of This Book Includes 12 Printable PDF Kindergarten Workbooks

    Best Books For Two Year Olds (paper Town - Create Your Own Town Using 20

    • UPC: 894542344

  • Best Books for Preschoolers (Paper Town - Create Your Own Town Using 20 Templates) : 20 full-color kindergarten cut and paste activity sheets designed to create your own paper houses. The price of this book includes 12 printable PDF kindergarten workbooks

    Best Books For Preschoolers (paper Town - Create Your Own Town Using 20

    • UPC: 924433553

  • Best Books for 4 Year Olds (Paper Town - Create Your Own Town Using 20 Templates) : 20 full-color kindergarten cut and paste activity sheets designed to create your own paper houses. The price of this book includes 12 printable PDF kindergarten workbooks

    Best Books For 4 Year Olds (paper Town - Create Your Own Town Using 20

    • UPC: 523891491

  • Passive House = 90% Home Energy Reduction!

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