Straw Bale Building Details -

n nThe devil is in the details-the science and art of designing and building durable, efficient, straw bale buildings n nStraw bale buildings promise superior insulation and flexibility across a range of design aesthetics, while using a typically local and abundant low-embodied energy material that sequesters carbon-an important part of mitigating climate change. n nHowever, some early straw bale designs and construction methods resulted in buildings that failed to meet design goals for energy efficiency and durability. This led to improved building practices and a deeper understanding of the building science underlying this building system. n nDistilling two decades of site-built straw bale design and construction experience, Straw Bale Building Details is an illustrated guide that covers: n n- Principles and process of straw bale design and building, options, and alternatives n- Building science of straw bale wall systems n- How design impacts cost, building efficiency, and durability n- Avoiding costly mistakes and increasing construction efficiency n- Dozens of time-tested detailed drawings for straw bale wall assemblies, including foundations, windows and doors, and roofs. n Whether you're an architect, engineer, contractor, or owner-builder interested in making informed choices, Straw Bale Building Details is the indispensable guide to current practice in straw bale design and construction. n n nWritten by leading practitioners, Straw Bale Building Details is the must-have illustrated guide to design and construction details for site-built straw bale buildings. Essential for avoiding costly mistakes, increasing construction efficiency and durability, and achieving desired energy performance goals. n