Modern Earth Buildings Materials, Engineering, Constructions and Applications

Modern Earth BuildingsMaterials, Engineering, Constructions and Applications\nAuthor(s): Matthew R Hall, R. Lindsay, Meror Krayenhoff\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Elsevier Science & Technology, United Kingdom\nImprint: Woodhead Publishing Ltd\nISBN-13: 9780857090263, 978-0857090263\nSynopsis\nThe construction of earth buildings has been taking place worldwide for centuries. With the improved energy efficiency, high level of structural integrity and aesthetically pleasing finishes achieved in modern earth construction, it is now one of the leading choices for sustainable, low-energy building. Modern earth buildings provides an essential exploration of the materials and techniques key to the design, development and construction of such buildings. Beginning with an overview of modern earth building, part one provides an introduction to design and construction issues including insulation, occupant comfort and building codes. Part two goes on to investigate materials for earth build.