Build an eco-friendly, energy-efficient, and sustainable "good house" that's also warm, welcoming, and uniquely your own. Do you want to live in harmony with your local climate and site? This abundantly illustrated, authoritative resource was produced in cooperation with Natural Home & Garden, the leading home and lifestyle magazine with a healthy, environmentally conscious focus, and is packed with solid, up-to-date information on making the switch to alternative building methods. Here's what makes this book different from others: it takes an objective look at how a house is supposed to function as well as at the advantages and disadvantages of different building approaches, including conventional and alternative. From choosing the right materials to deciding on water, air, and energy sources, you'll find ideal solutions to suit your individual needs. Your home will become the "good house."

Paperbound, 8 ½ x 10, 239 pages, color photographs and illustrations throughout; ISBN 1-57990-281-2