Traditional Construction for a Sustainable Future Ryan Carole
Traditional Construction for a Sustainable Future Ryan Carole Since the spread of classical design and construction amongst the upper echolons of British society in the late seventeenth century,…
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Traditional Construction for a Sustainable Future Ryan Carole
Since the spread of classical design and construction amongst the upper echolons of British society in the late seventeenth century, traditional construction methods have largely fallen by the wayside. As well as cultural background, this book includes a detailed scientific description of traditional building materials and their constituents which draws a sharp contrast with modern petrochemical-based materials. Centuries later, as the construction industry faces up to its environmental responsibilities, this book explores its rich and ancient tradition to provide tried and trusted solutions to modern day construction problems.By way of introduction, the ancient and historical lifestyles that dictated the nature of traditional construction are explored, before focussing on its health and ecological benefits.
The studies of traditional buildings included reveal the