Sustainable Building with Earth

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Focusing on the life cycle of earth as a building material, this book explores each stage from soil extraction to recycling of earthen structures. It highlights the ecological advantages of earth compared to conventional materials, emphasizing its energy balance and recyclability. Featuring sophisticated project examples, the text serves as a comprehensive resource for architects, engineers, students, and preservationists, offering insights into optimizing and restoring earth buildings for sustainable construction practices.