The New Net Zero: Leading-Edge Design and Construction of Homes and Buildings for a Renewable Energy Future Hardcover – June 30, 2014

This is a really big and heavy book. Good value by the lb. Could get someone an assault with a deadly weapon charge in the wrong hands. It's got a lot of valuable information and diagrams, compared to Pretty Good House which is much lighter.

This book is a great resource for understanding the future of building design. Filled with case studies and design details to help visualize the concepts.My only complaint (nothing to do with the author or content) is with the shipping. The book was packaged in a standard, minimally padded, envelope. When I opened the package, I found that the binding had been damaged during shipping. Due to the weight of this book, it should be better protected.

As an Architect with 30 years experience in both Commercial and Residential Design & Construction, I purchased this book to upgrade my knowledge of the New Net Zero technologies. I found this book to be extremely informative for the EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL who can read and understand construction drawings. The book describes the new technology for both small commercial building and single family homes by the use of project photographs, floor plans,wall sections and details that are both clearly depicted and very informative. The projects are primarily designed for Cold Climates in Maine and Vermont but would apply certainly to the Midwest where I live and practice.This book is NOT written for the weekend DIY builder but for experienced Architects, Builders and Contractors. Highly recommend it!!!

When I first saw the book's listing on Amazon, I balked at the price. Once you see the quality and content of this book, however, you'll see that it's well worth it.Most of the book is centered around case studies. Beautiful diagrams and photography are coupled with cold, hard data and provide a great foundation for educating yourself on energy efficient home building strategies.I especially like the author's acknowledgment that ROI is important. Just because you can do net-zero doesn't mean it's awesome cost effective. There is a balance.This is a great book for established builders and architects, as well as laypeople just interested in the field.

As a veteran Builder with 41 years in the industry, I have found this book detailed, thorough, beautiful and inspiring. The building sections and analysis are clear and balenced, and the presentation of everything from the math and science to the art and trades is comprehensive. I recommend this for those seeking a deep look, starting out, taking the pulse of progress, and those lookign for refreshment and updating: architcts, planners, builders, developers, instituitonal managers. Jonathan A. Wright. Northampton, MA

Full of extremely detailed info from case studies and lots of nice pictures :) I love pictures!

Had this book as class text. Easy read. Great examples. Should be updated for newly developed materials.

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