The importance of recyclable packaging is clearly recognised by all market sectors; either because the product itself is natural and eco-friendly or manufacturers wish to draw attention to the essence of the product, demonstrating commitment to environmental protection through company products...

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Pages: 192

Dimensions: 180 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 21-11-2016

energy efficiency and sustainable green standards have emerged in developed countries, in particular in the united States and canada. This book explains this new direction in the construction of buildings. it has three parts with illustrative examples of several types of homes: prefabricated, rehabilitated, made with natural materials... The first part (the three rs in the construction of a home which are recycle, reduce and reuse) explains how we can reduce the amount of waste. The second one is dedicated to the new technologies in the house. The third part deals with ideas for alternative homes (cave houses, new houses on trees, camouflaged...).

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Pages: 144

Dimensions: 180 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 20-11-2016

Renovation of buildings has become ever more popular, not only due to the lack space for new builds, but also due to the need and desire to conserve pre-existing buildings through the use of sustainable and ecological materials and the restoration or recycling of old construction elements. Featuring full-colour photography, detailed architectural plans, and a brief introduction to each featured projects, this volume serves as a must-have source of inspiration of architects and interior designers looking for ideas on how to renovate homes with a touch of vintage style.

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Pages: 144

Dimensions: 150 x 210 mm

This is a innovative collection of sustainable urban landscape projects from around the world. The ever growing demand for incorporating natural elements into manmade environments in a sustainable manner has led to increasing recognition of landscape architects by the rest of the profession. Urban Landscapes, with its full-colour photography and detailed architectural plans, brings together some of the most innovative and exciting projects from both established and up-and-coming landscape architects. Slipcase edition.

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Pages: 240

Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm

This title presents a superbly illustrated look at the latest trends and innovations in low-cost housing solutions. This visually stunning volume brings together some of the finest examples of innovative, stylish, and high-concept yet low-cost architectural solutions. Filled with superb full-colour photography, detailed architectural illustrations, and descriptions of each project, this is an invaluable resource for architects and designers looking for inspiration. Slipcase edition

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Pages: 240

Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm

House Plans For Challenging Sites features more than 350 floor plans, sections, sketches, and elevations, as well as construction details of 35 housing projects which represent a true challenge for architects. either because of their topography or the geological composition of the soil. Regarding their outside appearance, these homes are designed to integrate into the landscape and minimise environmental impact, since they are mostly located in beautiful, ecologically diverse natural settings.

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Pages: 144

Dimensions: 230 x 170 mm

Publication Date: 19-04-2019

This is a superbly illustrated look at the ways contemporary architects and designers tackle the challenges of sustainability. "Contemporary Green Renovations" presents projects about rehabilitation, renovation or addition on existing buildings of any typology. Sustainability is at the core of these contemporary designs and is a constant feature in all the projects - alongside other including other key issues like passive energy design strategies, minimization of resources, waste and CO2 emissions, the use of recycled and green materials, renewable power generation, rainwater management, zero-carbon footprint or even social sustainability-interaction between spaces. Slipcase edition

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Pages: 240

Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm

This is a lavishly illustrated showcase of the latest architectural solutions of creating successful projects in extreme locations. Filled with stunning full-colour photography and detailed architectural illustrations and plans, "Extreme Architecture" showcases some of the most creative and innovative solutions to an age-old problem - how to make the best use of either limited or unusual space without compromising on style and comfort. Featuring a wide range of projects - from cliff-edge contemporary to houses spaced over longitudinal and transverse double slopes - architects and designers will find inspiration and ideas in abundance. Slipcase edition.

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Pages: 240

Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm

This is a superbly illustrated source of inspiration for architects looking to create truly sustainable projects. Creating a truly sustainable architectural project is a hugely complicated, yet extremely rewarding challenge. One in which architects must take into account not only the immediate impact of construction and the types of materials used, but also the continued effect of the project on its environment, and the suitability of the mechanical and technological systems used within the project. Superbly illustrated with full-colour photographs and detailed architectural plans and drawings, Ecological Dwelling brings together some of the latest trends and innovations in sustainable architecture, providing architects with and indispensible source of inspiration. Slipcase edition

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Pages: 240

Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm

Alice was created by British mathematician, photographer and writer Lewis Carroll, inspired by the daughter of some friends. Carroll fantasised about taking the child to a parallel-reality world which he called “Wonderland”. Alice has inspired movies, songs, video games and all kinds of books. The book is a tribute to this fanciful girl and all the friends she meets along the way, including the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat and the Mad Hatter. Each character shines in its own right and reveals its unique personality in each encounter with Alice. 28 illustrators offer us a personal version of each character, revealing something more of their art and trend. Have a happy, creative journey to wonderland!

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Pages: 112

Dimensions: 180 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 01-06-2017