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Small eco houses, living green in style, Cristina Paredes Benítez, Àlex Sánchez Vidiella

eng

plansillustrations

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non fiction

Small eco houses

503041927

Cristina Paredes Benítez, Àlex Sánchez Vidiella

living green in style

"Anyone who has faced the challenges of limited living space will find inspiration in this survey of the latest trends in environmentally sensitive, small-scale residential designs. More than fifty residential spaces are profiledfrom woodsy houses and repurposed barns to cool apartments and urban loftsboth inside and out. Most of the projects were designed by up-and-coming architects, and each design proves that small-scale efficiency as well as beautiful, thoughtful design can overcome the apparent constraints of a small setting. Environmental impact is a growing concern, so each project was chosen because of its ecological sensitivity. Each case history describes the challenges confronting the designer and the solutions. Creating color schemes to enhance the feeling of openness, taking advantage of high ceilings to make multiple levels, and using collapsible furniture and sliding doors to maximize space are some of the design solutions that can be applied in any situation. Filled with beautiful color photographs and helpful floorplans, this book is a remarkable showcase of how good design can transform any small space into a comfortable, modernand environmentally sensitivehome."--, Amazon