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The Econest Home: Designing and Building a Light Straw Clay House
Contributor(s): Baker-Laporte, Paula (Author), Laporte, Robert (Author)
ISBN: 086571777X     ISBN-13: 9780865717770
Publisher: New Society Publishers
OUR PRICE:   $44.96  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: July 2015
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Temporarily out of stock - Will ship within 2 to 5 weeks
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Architecture | Sustainability & Green Design
- House & Home | Design & Construction
- House & Home | Do-it-yourself - General
Dewey: 690.8
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 8" W x 8.9" (1.70 lbs) 384 pages
Themes:
- Topical - Ecology
- Topical - Health & Fitness
 
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Publisher Description:

An EcoNest is not just a home-it is a breathtakingly beautiful structure that nurtures health and embraces ecology. This unique approach to construction combines light straw clay, timber framing, earthen floors, natural plasters, and other natural techniques with the principles of Building Biology to create a handcrafted living sanctuary. By bringing together time-honored traditions and modern innovations, owners of EcoNests enjoy living spaces that reflect the best of both worlds.

The EcoNest Home is an in-depth exploration of the benefits of choosing this technique over conventional alternatives, combined with a complete practical guide for prospective designers and builders. Authors Paula Baker-Laporte and Robert Laporte draw on their own extensive experience to provide:

  • A detailed explanation of the nature-based science behind EcoNests
  • Fully-illustrated, step-by-step instructions to guide you through construction
  • Dozens of inspiring photos of completed projects.

The most comprehensive, North American resource on light straw clay construction, written by its leading proponents, The EcoNest Home is a must-read for anyone considering building their own healthy, affordable, environmentally friendly, natural home.