Self Fab House - by Lucas Cappelli (Paperback)

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The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia investigates global projects for sustainable development on the cutting edge of self-sufficient housing, addressing environmental, economic and social needs.
Author(s): Lucas Cappelli
384 Pages
Architecture, Sustainability & Green Design

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The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia investigates global projects for sustainable development on the cutting edge of self-sufficient housing, addressing environmental, economic and social needs. The projects investigate construction techniques and processes to build houses with local means, from the intelligent application of traditional techniques to advanced digital processes and fabrication. This book is a fascinating compilation of the most innovative projects for single dwellings and residential buildings, proposing the most creative designs and construction through the use of new materials and energy systems, and the integration of architecture into the landscape. Based in Barcelona, the IAAC is an international centre of architectural research in territorial analysis, urban development, digital fabrications and informational environments for improving cultural, economic and social conditions.

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The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia investigates global projects for sustainable development on the cutting edge of self-sufficient housing, addressing environmental, economic and social needs. The projects investigate construction techniques and processes to build houses with local means, from the intelligent application of traditional techniques to advanced digital processes and fabrication.This book is a fascinating compilation of the most innovative projects for single dwellings and residential buildings, proposing the most creative designs and construction through the use of new materials and energy systems, and the integration of architecture into the landscape.

Based in Barcelona, the IAAC is an international centre of architectural research in territorial analysis, urban development, digital fabrications and informational environments for improving cultural, economic and social conditions.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 6.3 Inches (H) x 4.8 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)

Weight: .95 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 384

Genre: Architecture

Sub-Genre: Sustainability & Green Design

Publisher: Actar, Institut d'Arquitectura Avancada de Catalunya

Format: Paperback

Author: Lucas Cappelli

Language: English

Street Date: November 1, 2009

TCIN: 1005679739

UPC: 9788496954748

Item Number (DPCI): 247-18-6970

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Q: What is the main focus of the book?

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A: The book focuses on sustainable development in self-sufficient housing, investigating environmental, economic, and social needs.
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Q: What is the publisher of this book?

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A: The publisher is Actar, in collaboration with the Institut d'Arquitectura Avancada de Catalunya.
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Q: What type of construction techniques are discussed?

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A: The book covers both traditional techniques and advanced digital processes for building houses with local means.
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