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Author : Athena Swentzell Steen,Bill Steen,David Bainbridge
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780930031718
Many copies in stock but still heavy demand; only a few titles published on this subject. Very popular in rural WA too.
Author : Nathaniel Corum
Publisher : Princeton Architectural Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2005-08-25
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1568985142
"Filled with comprehensive case studies selected from over thirty-five of Red Feather's successfully completed housing and community-based building projects, Building a Straw Bale House documents the organization's collaboration with reservation communities and provides a step-by-step, bale-by-bale construction handbook - from initial site selection to finished product. Complete with information on safety, design, tools, and materials, it is an inspiring lesson for anybody interested in this technique of constructing a house and a hopeful redefinition of the fundamental ideas of architecture and the home."--BOOK JACKET.
Author : Daniel Nayeri
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2022-09-27
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781536223439
“Language lovers as well as those who appreciate the artistry of a perfectly compact novella will consider this collection a treasure.” —Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) This bold collection of novellas by Daniel Nayeri features four modern riffs on classic genres that explore universally compelling themes such as identity and belonging, betrayal and friendship, love and mortality. Included are: Straw House: A Western sizzling with suspense, set in a land where a rancher grows soulless humans and a farmer grows living toys. Wood House: A science-fiction tale set in a future where reality and technology blend imperceptibly, and a teenage girl must save the world from a nano-revolution. Brick House: A detective story set in modern New York City, featuring a squad of “wish police” and a team of unlikely detectives. Blow: A comedic love story told by none other than Death himself, portrayed as a handsome and charismatic hero who may steal your heart in more ways than one.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : John Cahill
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780615591766
Author : CASBA
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 582 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-30
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781771422925
The devil is in the details-the science and art of designing and building durable, efficient, straw bale buildings Straw bale buildings promise superior insulation and flexibility across a range of design aesthetics, while using a typically local and abundant low-embodied energy material that sequesters carbon-an important part of mitigating climate change. However, some early straw bale designs and construction methods resulted in buildings that failed to meet design goals for energy efficiency and durability. This led to improved building practices and a deeper understanding of the building science underlying this building system. Distilling two decades of site-built straw bale design and construction experience, Straw Bale Building Details is an illustrated guide that covers: Principles and process of straw bale design and building, options, and alternatives Building science of straw bale wall systems How design impacts cost, building efficiency, and durability Avoiding costly mistakes and increasing construction efficiency Dozens of time-tested detailed drawings for straw bale wall assemblies, including foundations, windows and doors, and roofs. Whether you're an architect, engineer, contractor, or owner-builder interested in making informed choices, Straw Bale Building Details is the indispensable guide to current practice in straw bale design and construction.
Author : Barbara Jones
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Straw bale houses
ISBN : 190032251X
Straw bale building is a radically different approach to the process of building. Like all innovative ideas, it has been pioneered by the passionate, and used experimentally by those with the vision to see its potential. It is firmly based in that sustainable, 'green building' culture that has brought to the construction industry many new and useful ideas about energy efficiency and responsibility towards the environment. As a building material, straw excels in the areas of cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency. This practical guide has been written by the most experienced straw bale builder in the UK. It gives details of all the main construction methods, and includes: * bale specifications * plans * walls and foundations * doors and windows * plastering * building regulations and planning permission * frequently asked questions * construction drawings. This fully revised and updated edition includes new construction drawings, standard details for best practice design, examples of off-the-peg drawings for small buildings such as summer-houses and studios, and designs for affordable houses. These designs meet Building Regulations Code 6 for sustainable homes, and have a carbon rating of less than zero.
Author : Elisa Boxer
Publisher : Crown Books for Young Readers
Page : 41 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2022-05-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780593372463
The inspiring true story of how one small turtle and kids all over the country sparked an environmental movement. Based on the viral video that created awareness of the harm caused by plastic straws, this heart-wrenching story is a perfect tool for teaching children about sustainability. Slurp! A boy finishes his drink and tosses it in the trash, straw and all. He moves on without another thought.... In the waters off of Costa Rica, scientists spot an endangered sea turtle and pull him aboard to study him. But he has something stuck in his nose. A barnacle? A stick? No...it's a plastic straw! This heroic story of one turtle's rescue reminds us that even the smallest straw can hurt our ocean life--and that the smallest demand for change can grow into something big!
Author : Paul Lacinski,Michel Bergeron
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Straw bale houses
ISBN : 1890132640
Bergeron and Lacinski's new book Serious Straw Bale is the first to look carefully at the specific design considerations critical to success with a straw bale building in more extreme climates-where seasonal changes in temperature, precipitation, and humidity create special stresses that builders must understand and address. The authors draw upon years of experience with natural materials and experimental techniques, and present a compelling rationale for building with straw-one of nature's most resilient, available, and affordable byproducts.
Author : Athena Swentzell Steen,Bill Steen
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing Company
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1890132772
Celebrates the aesthetic styles of straw bale dwellings with numerous color photographs, including both small and large homes and larger-scale institutional buildings. Includes an introductory essay by the authors noting the key lessons they have learned in years of building with bales.
Author : Marc Scott
Publisher : Troubador Publishing Ltd
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781789015713
Traumatised by the tragic death of her twin brother, Brianna falls into a state of deep depression, isolating herself from the world and all those that care about her. When a twist of fate reveals that she has a half-sister she finds a new purpose in her life and sets out to find her sibling, desperately hoping she can fill the void left in her world. Poppy has not enjoyed the same privileged lifestyle as her sister while growing up. Abandoned into the care system at the age of eight, she has encountered both physical and sexual abuse for most of her life. Passing through the hands of more care homes and foster families than she can remember, the damaged product of a broken upbringing, Poppy has never found a place to feel truly safe. Kicking back at society, she turns to drug abuse and acts of extreme violence to escape from reality. When the two siblings are finally united, they discover that they have much more in common than their DNA. Their paths are shrouded with sinister secrets of betrayal and regret and both girls share a deep-rooted hatred for one of their parents. As the dark truths of their lives are unveiled they realise that nothing can ever be the same again...
Author : Lydia Doleman
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07-01
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781771422321
The first highly illustrated, comprehensive guide to light straw clay - a high performance, low-impact, durable building material Light straw clay - straw mixed with clay slip - is a versatile, easy-to-use wall building material. Also called "slip-straw", its durability has been proven in beautiful, centuries-old buildings across Northern Europe and in modern high-performance buildings in North America. Building code compliant in the US and using "waste" materials with high insulation value and excellent moisture handling qualities, it's both high-performance and low-impact. Yet until now, there has been no practical guide to using the material in a wide variety of construction and renovation projects. Distilling decades of experience, Essential Light Straw Clay Construction is a fully illustrated step-by-step guide, ideal for both the DIYer and professional designer and builder alike. It covers: Material specifications, performance, and when and where to use it Estimating quantities, costs, and sourcing Illustrated, step-by-step guidance for mixing and installation, including "slip-chip" variations Detail drawings for various wall systems including stud, timber, and pole framing, Larsen trusses, I-joists, plus retrofits Code references, compliance, and best practice Finishing and maintenance techniques Additional resources. Lydia Doleman , a licenced contractor, taught carpentry and natural building at Solar Energy International in Colorado and was lead ecological builder for Portland's City Repair project. She's created beautiful, high-performance, low-impact buildings across the Northwest, from Portland's first permitted straw bale home and The Rebuilding Center's cob entryway, to a 3,300-sq. f light clay straw brewery. She's written for The Last Straw Journal and Permaculture Activist and appeared on NBC News and HGTV's Off Beat America . Lydia lives in southern Oregon.
Author : S. O. MacDonald,Matts A. Myhrman
Publisher : Out on Bale
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0964282100
Author : Wenxuan Cao
Publisher : LONG RIVER PRESS
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1592650546
Set in China's Jiangnan area in the early 1960s, The Straw House centers around ordinary village life and follows a young boy named Sang Sang. Within the seemingly simplistic life of everyday China emerge several interwoven, deeply moving stories that bid farewell to the innocence of childhood, and embrace--albeit reluctantly--the responsibilities of adolesence. First published in 1997, The Straw House has been called a landmark work in the history of Chinese children's literature. Recommended for ages 12 and up
Author : Joel Karsten
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015-02-15
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781591869078
Provides information about how to use straw bales as planting containers for vegetable gardening.
Author : Chris Magwood,Peter Mack
Publisher : Gabriola Island, B.C. : New Society Publishers
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0865714037
Two professional builders go through the process of building a bale structure, tackling all the practical issues--from how to find and choose bales to special concerns for northern climates. Architectural drawings & photos.