Introduction: Creating sustainable shelter.
Pt. 1: Setting the framework, Green building and beyond : where do you begin? ; Site matters : site selection and protection.
Pt. 2: Green building and remodeling. The healthy house ; Green building materials ; Wood-wise construction ; Energy-efficient design and construction ; Accessibility, ergonomics, and adaptability ; Using concrete and steel to build green ; Natural building ; Earth-sheltered architecture.
Pt. 3: Sustainable systems. Passive solar heating ; Passive cooling ; Green power : electricity from the sun and wind ; Water and waste : sustainable approaches.
Pt. 4: Environmental landscaping.