New Natural Home: Designs For Sustainable Living

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Product DescriptionInspirational houses from around the world: how architects and home owners can achieve harmony between dwellings and nature.Our houses can be seen as living, breathing entities, extensions of ourselves and our families. This carefully considered publication provides the design inspiration to build and live in domestic spaces in a balanced, natural, sustainable way. With the demands of all contemporary dwellings in mind-whether they?re found in the city, suburbs, or country-Dominic Bradbury considers the design basics one must follow in order to coexist with the planet?s resources. Five chapters present successful projects from different parts of the globe, all specially photographed by Richard Powers. ?????? Design and Build: where and how to create a modern natural home ?????? Let There Be Light: manipulating the elements to improve lifestyle and interaction with nature ?????? The Material World: using natural products to establish healthier relationships with the environment ?????? Indoor/Outdoor Living: ideas for encouraging symbiotic relationships with the landscape, whether in the city or the country ?????? Sustainable Footprints: how to naturally reduce domestic energy use The book includes case studies and plans, a directory of architects, and a listing of featured houses, materials, and useful products.Review’A sumptuous piece of work that puts some style into sustainability … Whether you’re thinking about a new-build, an extension or reinvention, there is a section that will address your queries. A great read’ – Select Interiors ‘A useful research companion for anybody looking to build green, as much as a lovely selection of great new houses all over the globe’ – Wallpaper* ‘Will delight anyone interested in cutting-edge design and green living … an inspiration for those thinking seriously about building their own’ – The Sunday TimesAbout the AuthorDominic Bradbury is a journalist and writer specializing in architecture and design. He writes for many magazines and newspapers in the UK and internationally, including Wallpaper*, World of Interiors, House & Garden, Vogue Living, The Telegraph, The Times, and the Financial Times. His many books include Mid-Century Modern Complete, The Iconic Interior, Mountain Modern, Waterside Modern,? and most recently, Off the Grid: Houses for Escape.Richard Powers?is a photographer specializing in interiors, architecture, and the built environment. His books include The Iconic Interior, Beyond Bawa, and New Paris Style.