Shelter, while crucial to our survival, has come at a great cost to the land. But, as author Dan Chiras shows in his follow-up book to The Natural Home, this doesn't have to be the case. With chapters ranging from green building materials and green...
Ever tasted the difference between fresh heirloom corn and corn from the supermarket? To Annie B. Bond, that???s just one difference between a natural lifestyle and a toxic one. In Home Enlightenment, Bond starts at the front door and goes through every room in the home, offering down-to-earth green living tips and how-to advice for tending to your living space in ecologically sound ways. Grinning Planet calls it, An encyclopedia on everything from air quality in the home to Yak fibers. 704 pages, 100
Shelter, while crucial to our survival, has come at a great cost to the land. But, as author Dan Chiras shows in his follow-up book to The Natural Home, this doesn???t have to be the case. With chapters ranging from green building materials and green power to landscaping, he covers every facet of today???s homes. A good starting point for decreasing the environmental impact of new construction. 352 pages, softcover. USA.
From studs to refrigerators, this book offers a practical, how-to guide on creating an eco-home for the do-it-yourselfer. Handy for remodeling, expanding, starting from scratch, or even just coffee table fodder. Photo essays of ten homes exemplify eco-living for every style and budget. Architect and author David Pearson has been at the forefront of integrating home design with the green living movement. 160 pages, softcover. USA.
The Practical Encyclopedia of Good Decorating and Home Improvement. Oh how many colorful papers this book has, not to mention the awesome mid century modern furniture! The ultimate guide to versatile, original and practical room designs. Clean lines and floral fabrics can be found in this 1970 how-to book. Measures 10 x 8 inches.