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Toward a Zero Energy Home (Paperback): D Johnson Toward a Zero Energy Home (Paperback)
D Johnson
R562 R519 Discovery Miles 5 190 Save R43 (8%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

With energy costs continuing to rise 'zero energy homes' are latest big green building trend. A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) - a home that produces as much energy as it consumes - is an idea whose time has come! Authors David Johnston and Scott Gibson explore the design and construction of self-sufficient houses from start to finish. They: make the case for a ZEH; cite climate and geographic challenges; describe exactly how to go about building an energy-efficient home; and, feature ten houses that were built for zero energy living. With unequalled knowledge and a passion for the subject, the authors walk readers through the process of building and living in a truly green home.

How To Design & P{lan Your Own Extension 2012 - Design and Plan Your House or Extension (Paperback): George Baxter How To Design & P{lan Your Own Extension 2012 - Design and Plan Your House or Extension (Paperback)
George Baxter
R488 Discovery Miles 4 880 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Shipping Container Homes - The complete guide to building shipping container homes, including plans, FAQS, cool ideas, and... Shipping Container Homes - The complete guide to building shipping container homes, including plans, FAQS, cool ideas, and more! (Hardcover)
Andrew Birch
R600 R543 Discovery Miles 5 430 Save R57 (9%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Hospital 21 - Breathing new Life in the 21st century Hospital (Hardcover): Roberto Bologna, Thomas Schinko Hospital 21 - Breathing new Life in the 21st century Hospital (Hardcover)
Roberto Bologna, Thomas Schinko
R1,248 Discovery Miles 12 480 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Shipping Container Homes - An Essential Guide to Shipping Container Homes with Examples and Ideas of Designs (Hardcover): Matt... Shipping Container Homes - An Essential Guide to Shipping Container Homes with Examples and Ideas of Designs (Hardcover)
Matt Brown
R699 R616 Discovery Miles 6 160 Save R83 (12%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Art, Vision, and Symmetry - The Hidden Geometry of Frank Lloyd Wright (Hardcover): John Shoaff Art, Vision, and Symmetry - The Hidden Geometry of Frank Lloyd Wright (Hardcover)
John Shoaff
R889 R778 Discovery Miles 7 780 Save R111 (12%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
New Beginnings at Roseford Hall - Escape to the country for a BRAND NEW heartwarming series from Fay Keenan (Hardcover): New Beginnings at Roseford Hall - Escape to the country for a BRAND NEW heartwarming series from Fay Keenan (Hardcover)
R678 Discovery Miles 6 780 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The start of a brand new series from bestselling author Fay Keenan.Life in London has lost its sparkle for Stella Simpson. So when she gets the opportunity to escape to the country for a year, it seems too good a chance to miss. In the beautiful Somerset countryside, the majestic Roseford Hall has been painstakingly restored and is now ready for its grand opening. And as the writer in residence, Stella gets to see it all - from the rowdy resident peacocks, the hidden secrets of the Hall, to befriending the Lord of the Manor himself. At the other end of Roseford, single father, Chris Charlton is facing his own refurbishment woes. Rocked by a tragedy two years previously, his plans for crumbling Victorian wreck Halstead House are as stuck as he is. As Roseford Hall prepares to welcome a new era, and Halstead House's future is under threat, Chris and Stella find themselves drawn to one another. Can they finally leave their pasts behind, and will Chris and Stella be able to embrace their new beginnings together - or apart... Escape to the beautiful, idyllic English countryside with Fay Keenan. Romantic, feel-good and utterly charming, this is perfect for all fans of Julie Houston, Cathy Bramley and Holly Martin. What authors and readers say about Fay Keenan's novels: 'This novel has such a gorgeous setting. A lovely light read and the perfect book to pack in your suitcase and take on holiday. Recommended.' Della Galton 'A gorgeous rural romance full of warmth and charm.' Victoria Connelly 'Guaranteed to put a spring in your step. Feel-good, frisky and great fun with a hearty dash of romance and intrigue.' Julie Houston 'Moving, funny, thoughtful and romantic. Bring on the next one!' Jenny Kane 'This is a lovely and heart-warming story, that has a serious side hidden within the romance.' Amazon reviewer 'It was a wonderful book, guaranteed to put a smile on your face.' Amazon reviewer 'I was so engrossed in the storyline, which is thoroughly heart-warming, that I read the entire book without stopping. I always enjoy Keenan's books and am looking forward to the next one!' Amazon reviewer

Test of Time, Thelifeandarchitectureof Frank Folsom Smith, F.A.I.a (Hardcover): F a I a Frank Folsom Smith Test of Time, Thelifeandarchitectureof Frank Folsom Smith, F.A.I.a (Hardcover)
F a I a Frank Folsom Smith
R1,752 Discovery Miles 17 520 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The 1930s HOUSE MANUAL - How to refurbish and repair this classic house type, with solutions to all common defects (Paperback,... The 1930s HOUSE MANUAL - How to refurbish and repair this classic house type, with solutions to all common defects (Paperback, New edition)
Ian Rock
R787 Discovery Miles 7 870 Ships in 9 - 17 working days
Urban Homesteads - How to Live a More Sustainable Lifestyle (Hardcover): Rebecca Gross Urban Homesteads - How to Live a More Sustainable Lifestyle (Hardcover)
Rebecca Gross
R790 Discovery Miles 7 900 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

In a fast-paced world with mega upheaval, including climate crises and a global pandemic, the allure of growing your own food, being self-sufficient, and living green is immense. This yearning for not being wholly reliant on the supermarket, and the growing concerns over pesticides and food miles has led to the resurgence in seeking old-world skills. As showcased in Urban Homesteads, the benefits of a productive garden on your doorstep or within arm's reach, tending to chickens, harvesting your own honey, and using eco-friendly water-harvesting techniques are clear: fresh herbs, vegetables, and fruit on tap, fresh eggs, delicious honey; plus living at a slower pace, better value for money, and a more soothing and mindful existence. Of course, a healthy garden and environment also attracts beneficial insects and birds. Get inspired with this book's range of eco-friendly possibilities from around the globe. With beautiful full-colour photos, gathered here are stories of people who have set up their own productive and abundant back yard or patio, as well as examples of great vertical planters, indoor gardens, and those who have reached into the urban community allotment. Use this book to start your own journey with an urban homestead lifestyle, with lots of generous tips, modern green concepts as well as a twist of modern, technically savvy know-how. All the practical guidance you need on how to be the change you want to see.

London's Houses (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition): Vicky Wilson London's Houses (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
Vicky Wilson; Edited by Vicky Wilson
R366 Discovery Miles 3 660 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Tiny Houses - The ultimate guide to tiny houses, shipping container homes, and building your own tiny house! (Hardcover): Damon... Tiny Houses - The ultimate guide to tiny houses, shipping container homes, and building your own tiny house! (Hardcover)
Damon Jones
R601 R544 Discovery Miles 5 440 Save R57 (9%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Book of Houseplans, Homebuilding & Renovating - 330 Stunning UK Designs from Traditional to Contemporary (Paperback, 2nd... Book of Houseplans, Homebuilding & Renovating - 330 Stunning UK Designs from Traditional to Contemporary (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
"Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine" 1
R786 Discovery Miles 7 860 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This is an inspirational reference book for anybody looking for ideas on how to plan a new home or remodel an existing one. Complete with 333 full colour illustrations of the house exteriors, it is designed for easy use with houses sorted by size and number of bedrooms. Fully indexed, it is easy to find any type of house plan - from bungalow to town house. All homes are UK specification and the book is produced in conjunction with the UK's biggest selling selfbuild magazine.

The House that Édouard Built, a Unité at Briey (Hardcover): Patrick Weber The House that Édouard Built, a Unité at Briey (Hardcover)
Patrick Weber; Edited by Erika Lanselle
R827 Discovery Miles 8 270 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Green Homes - Efficient - Healthy - Smart (Hardcover, St ed.): R K Gautham Green Homes - Efficient - Healthy - Smart (Hardcover, St ed.)
R K Gautham
R4,466 R3,693 Discovery Miles 36 930 Save R773 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Shipping Container Homes - The complete guide to shipping container homes, tiny houses, and container home plans! (Hardcover):... Shipping Container Homes - The complete guide to shipping container homes, tiny houses, and container home plans! (Hardcover)
Andrew Marshall
R599 R543 Discovery Miles 5 430 Save R56 (9%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Retronesia - The Years of Building Dangerously (Hardcover): Tariq Khalil Retronesia - The Years of Building Dangerously (Hardcover)
Tariq Khalil
R1,355 Discovery Miles 13 550 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Shipping Container Homes - The best guide to building a shipping container home and tiny house living, including plans, tips,... Shipping Container Homes - The best guide to building a shipping container home and tiny house living, including plans, tips, FAQs, and more! (Hardcover)
Damon Jones
R601 R544 Discovery Miles 5 440 Save R57 (9%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Country House Secrets - Behind closed doors (Hardcover): Ruth Binney Country House Secrets - Behind closed doors (Hardcover)
Ruth Binney 1
R464 R349 Discovery Miles 3 490 Save R115 (25%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

With a foreword by Julian Fellowes, creator of Downton Abbey who concludes that: `This is the world that Ruth Binney has brought so wonderfully to life in her book'. Inside the country house, what exactly were the duties of the master's valet and the lady's maid? How did these fit into the daily routine? And what were the protocols for visitors? The answers to these, and many more questions, are revealed in this entertaining and intimate guide to the self-contained world of the country house. Here you'll learn the rules of etiquette essential both upstairs and down -for both residents and visitors -marvel at the intricacies of housekeeping, and enter a bygone age of hunts, house parties and grand balls. All these aspects of country house life, and many more, are introduced here through the contemporary maxims used to instruct the members of the household and their guests, from running a large kitchen to entertaining royalty. Each is brought to life with both practical detail and direct, compelling quotes and illustrations from period manuals and advice books, giving every entry a totally authentic feel and `voice'. Rounding off the book is an informative list of houses to visit, stressing the features that relate directly to the descriptions included in the book.

How to Read Houses - A crash course in domestic architecture (Paperback): Will Jones How to Read Houses - A crash course in domestic architecture (Paperback)
Will Jones
R422 Discovery Miles 4 220 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

How to Read Houses is an insider's guide to recognising and appreciating the diversity of domestic architecture that reflects the location, the fashion, and the technological savoir-faire of the age - from Tudor timber-frames to the truly unconventional. Compact enough to travel with you yet comprehensive enough to provide real answers, with real examples, this handy reference guide: - Provides an understanding of the architectural vocabulary along with the visual clues that identify any house style and its historical context. - Enhances the appreciation of visits to landmark houses and lays the foundations for an architectural exploration of your own home or area. - Explores the main architectural styles, as well as the materials and components of a house, through beautifully rendered illustrations, photographs of classic examples and the words of a friendly expert.

The Pink House - The Legendary Residence of Edwin Bradford Hall and His Succeeding Generations in Wellsville, New York... The Pink House - The Legendary Residence of Edwin Bradford Hall and His Succeeding Generations in Wellsville, New York (Hardcover)
William A Paquette, Julian B. Woelfel, Marcile B Woelfel
R1,263 Discovery Miles 12 630 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Modern Regionalism - The Architecture of Sarbjit Bahga (Hardcover): Supreet Singh Bahga Modern Regionalism - The Architecture of Sarbjit Bahga (Hardcover)
Supreet Singh Bahga; Foreword by Christopher Charles Benninger
R2,074 Discovery Miles 20 740 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Valuing Cultural Heritage - Applying Environmental Valuation Techniques to Historic Buildings, Monuments and Artifacts... Valuing Cultural Heritage - Applying Environmental Valuation Techniques to Historic Buildings, Monuments and Artifacts (Hardcover, illustrated edition)
Stale Navrud, Richard C. Ready
R3,663 Discovery Miles 36 630 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

What value do we place on our cultural heritage, and to what extent should we preserve historic and culturally important sites and artefacts from the ravages of weather, pollution, development and use by the general public? This innovative book attempts to answer these important questions by exploring how non-market valuation techniques - used extensively in environmental economics - can be applied to cultural heritage.The book includes twelve comprehensive case studies that estimate public values for a diverse set of cultural goods, including English cathedrals, Bulgarian monasteries, rock paintings in Canada, statues in the US, and a medieval city in Africa. The authors demonstrate the potential utility of these techniques, and highlight the important social values that cultural heritage can generate. Given limited resources, such studies can help set priorities and aid the decision making process in terms of their preservation, restoration and use. The authors conclude by reviewing the majority of cultural valuation studies done to date, and draw some general conclusions about the results achieved and the potential benefits, as well as the limitations, of valuing these types of goods. This highly original book will be of great use and interest to academics in the fields of environmental, resource, and cultural economics, as well as NGOs and policymakers involved in cultural heritage at the national, international and global level.

Singapore Good Class Bungalow 1819 - 2015 (Hardcover): Robert Powell Singapore Good Class Bungalow 1819 - 2015 (Hardcover)
Robert Powell; Photographs by Albert K. S. Lim
R908 Discovery Miles 9 080 Out of stock

Singapore Good Class Bungalow traces the development of stand-alone residential architecture in Singapore from its early days as a colony to the present. Expertly researched by noted academic and author Robert Powell, it is also a partial history of the architectural profession in Singapore, mentioning many of its eminent practitioners and their works. Alongside the iconic Singapore Shophouse and the 'Black and White' house, Singapore Good Class Bungalow brings the history of the island's detached residential architecture up to date. A detailed introduction is followed by a study of the evolution of the bungalow - from early plantation residences, through the late Victorian and Edwardian styles, Arts and Crafts and Art Deco inspired bungalows to post-Independence residences. The latter includes a history of how the Good Class Bungalow emerged through a planning and preservation initiative into a triumph for the architectural profession in Singapore. Featured in this ambitious book are singular examples of Modern Tropical Bungalow design together with sympathetic and expert restoration projects, linking architectural heritage with modern best practice.Singapore Good Class Bungalow showcases over 100 bungalows, mostly extant, and contains references to all the major phases of construction in the city-state. Beautifully photographed by award-winning photographer, Albert Lim KS, this is a welcome addition to the historical literature on Modern Singapore.

Walking the Castles of Sussex (Paperback): David Harrison Walking the Castles of Sussex (Paperback)
David Harrison
R181 R156 Discovery Miles 1 560 Save R25 (14%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days
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