Roundwood Timber Framing: Building Naturally Using Local Resources

Law, Ben

ISBN 10: 1856230414 / ISBN 13: 9781856230414

Published by Permanent Publications, 2010

About this Item

This book is in acceptable condition and may have highlighting and or writing throughout. The actual cover image may not match the stock photo, dust jacket may be damaged or missing. Book may show internal and or external wear on spine or cover and may be slightly skewed or have creased pages. This is a used book so codes may be invalid or accompanying media may be missing. May be an Ex library book with stickers and stamps.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Roundwood Timber Framing: Building Naturally Using Local Resources
• Publisher: Permanent Publications
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1856230414
• ISBN 13: 9781856230414
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: acceptable

About this title

Synopsis

This definitive manual marks the birth of a new vernacular for the 21st century. Over 400 color photographs and step-by-step instructions guide you through the building of anything from a garden shed to your own woodland house. This practical how to book will unquestionably be a benchmark for sustainable building using renewable local resources and evolving traditional skills to create durable, ecological, and beautiful buildings.

About the Author

Ben Law trains apprentices and runs courses on sustainable woodland management, roundwood timber framing, coppice crafts, and permaculture design. He was a founding member of the Forest Stewardship Council. He also has worked for Oxfam as a permaculture consultant. He is the author of The Woodland Way: A Permaculture Approach to Sustainable Woodland Management and The Woodland House. He lives in West Sussex, UK. Law's woodland house has been featured on The World's Greenest Homes, a series of the Discovery Channel's Planet Green.  Ben's latest book is Roundwood Timber Framing, a full colour guide to his building techniques. His website is www.ben-law.co.uk.