Houses That Can Save The World

An inspiring source book of innovative and unexpected green design solutions for our homes that address the environmental and social issues facing our world today. Featuring nineteen home design and building strategies that are straightforward, original, and often surprisingly simple, this inspiring source book presents a mix of new technology and time-tested vernacular methods that will change the way we think about “home.” With strategies and homes that span the globe, including developing regions in Asia, Africa, and South America, the book shines on everything from entirely new techniques to creative reuse of existing buildings and materials. Nothing short of a design revolution is taking place as we face climate change, polluting plastics, global migration, rapidly expanding cities, and an aging population. Part manual, part manifesto, Houses That Can Save the World shows how architects, designers, engineers, do-it-yourself builders, artists, and others are embracing the new challenges facing the human race. Whether you're planning a do-it-yourself build or are simply looking for ways to make your home more environmentally friendly and efficient, this book is full of innovative ideas that can help us make our homes and the world a better place to be.