Lengen, Johan van <br/><br/>
The barefoot architect  : a handbook for green building 
/ by Johan van Lengen 
 - Bolinas, CA  : Shelter Publications  , c2008 
 - 697 p.  : illus.  ; 22 cm. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references and index 
<br/><br/> A handbook for green building in the 21st century. Bio-architecture, basic design, climate, and site planning for humid and dry climates.  Adobe, rammed earth, bamboo, plaster, wood, concrete, and ferro-cement.  Foundations, roofs, floors, walls, doors, windows, and eco-techniques.  Solar heating, water-powered electricity, natural cooling, ventilation, and wood stoves.  Water purification, pumps, cisterns, septic tanks, and composting toilets. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9780936070421 
<br/><br/><label>LCCN: </label>2007035835 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Sustainable buildings----Design and construction<br/>Sustainable architecture<br/>Buildings<br/>Dwellings----Environmental aspects
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>TH4860  / .L46 2008 
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>720 LEN