Wood at Home - Hardcover

Pauwels, Wim

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 9089440941 ISBN 13: 9789089440945

Publisher: Beta-Plus, 2011

Synopsis

• This book features many inspiring examples of both houses and interiors: homes constructed out of wood and also traditional brick buildings where wood occupies a prominent position inside the house

Wood has very many positive attributes as a natural construction material, but was for a long time neglected in the architecture of western Europe. However, this situation has changed a great deal over the course of recent decades. Construction with wood has gained a solid reputation and is seen as a valid alternative to traditional building with bricks. Wood also offers many advantages: processing it is both energy-efficient and environmentally friendly, the construction time is short, and it is a very durable material. Many wooden constructions have withstood the test of time over hundreds of years. The most important reason for selecting wood, though, is the pleasant atmosphere enjoyed by owners of wooden houses. This also applies when wood is used as an essential element of an interior: floors, panelling and fitted cabinetwork create a welcoming feeling of warmth and cosiness in a home.

About this edition

• Publisher: Beta-Plus
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 9089440941
• ISBN 13: 9789089440945
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 200