Green House, by Deborah Carnes Christie, details the designing and construction of a healthy, energy efficient, low maintenance, and attractive home. The owner/author of the Green House, Deb Christie, explains her work with architect and builder, John Hartley, in researching and using passive solar, Modernist design, metal roofing, exterior stucco, low-pollution built-in cabinetry and paints, exposed ductwork, and more. The book also explores tapping experts and resources for decisions on energy-efficient heating and air conditioning systems, such as active solar water heating, an auxiliary pump to minimize waste and wait time for hot water, and a device for injection of fresh air into an efficient dual-fuel heat pump and gas furnace. It also covers specifications for safety and emergency devices within a green home. 207 pages. ISBN: 978-0-615-31891-2. Available through Amazon.
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