This title takes an objective look at how a house is supposed to function as well as at the advantages and disadvantages of different building approaches, including conventional and alternative. From choosing the right materials to deciding on water, air, and energy sources, you'll find ideal solutions to suit your individual needs.
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Clarke Snell is a builder with experience using a wide variety of materials and techniques, both conventional and alternative. The construction project closest to his heart is his own partially bermed, passive solar house, which he built in the mountains of western North Carolina.