Isbn: 9780823463992 - sustainable structures: 15 eco-conscious buildings around the world (books for a better earth) (16 Ergebnisse)

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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. A stunning illustrated overview of green architecture on every continent, packed full of cool STEAM facts and fascinating details. From a waste collection site built entirely from recycled materials, to a school designed to float during flood season in Bangladesh, this dazzling book highlights innovative and sustainably built structures around the world. Did you know that woodscrapers, or skyscrapers made of wood, can reduce construction waste? How about that termite mounds have served as inspiration for temperature control systems? And believe it or not theres a research station built on skis in Antarctica. Pairing a kid friendly, conversational approach with spectacularly detailed art, Kate McMillan dissects the design of 15 eco-friendly buildings worldwide. The extraordinary structures fall into five categories, each emphasising a key element of sustainable design: 1) local materials, 2) adaptability, 3) sustainable construction, 4) clean energy, and 5) optimised space. Readers of all ages will love poring over the precise, colourful illustrations and informative close ups featured on eye catching double-page spreads. Perfect for budding architects and engineers, this book is a work of art. "A stunning illustrated overview of "green" architecture on every continent, packed full of cool STEAM facts and fascinating details"-- Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Zustand: New.

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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. A stunning illustrated overview of green architecture on every continent, packed full of cool STEAM facts and fascinating details. From a waste collection site built entirely from recycled materials, to a school designed to float during flood season in Bangladesh, this dazzling book highlights innovative and sustainably built structures around the world. Did you know that woodscrapers, or skyscrapers made of wood, can reduce construction waste? How about that termite mounds have served as inspiration for temperature control systems? And believe it or not theres a research station built on skis in Antarctica. Pairing a kid friendly, conversational approach with spectacularly detailed art, Kate McMillan dissects the design of 15 eco-friendly buildings worldwide. The extraordinary structures fall into five categories, each emphasising a key element of sustainable design: 1) local materials, 2) adaptability, 3) sustainable construction, 4) clean energy, and 5) optimised space. Readers of all ages will love poring over the precise, colourful illustrations and informative close ups featured on eye catching double-page spreads. Perfect for budding architects and engineers, this book is a work of art. "A stunning illustrated overview of "green" architecture on every continent, packed full of cool STEAM facts and fascinating details"-- Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Zustand: New.

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. A stunning illustrated overview of green architecture on every continent, packed full of cool STEAM facts and fascinating details. From a waste collection site built entirely from recycled materials, to a school designed to float during flood season in Bangladesh, this dazzling book highlights innovative and sustainably built structures around the world. Did you know that woodscrapers, or skyscrapers made of wood, can reduce construction waste? How about that termite mounds have served as inspiration for temperature control systems? And believe it or not theres a research station built on skis in Antarctica. Pairing a kid friendly, conversational approach with spectacularly detailed art, Kate McMillan dissects the design of 15 eco-friendly buildings worldwide. The extraordinary structures fall into five categories, each emphasising a key element of sustainable design: 1) local materials, 2) adaptability, 3) sustainable construction, 4) clean energy, and 5) optimised space. Readers of all ages will love poring over the precise, colourful illustrations and informative close ups featured on eye catching double-page spreads. Perfect for budding architects and engineers, this book is a work of art. "A stunning illustrated overview of "green" architecture on every continent, packed full of cool STEAM facts and fascinating details"-- Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Zustand: New.