Sustainable Structures: 15 Eco-conscious Buildings Around the World - Couverture souple

McMillan, Kate

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0823463990 ISBN 13 : 9780823463992

Editeur : Holiday House Inc, 2026

Synopsis

A stunning illustrated overview of “green” architecture on every continent, packed full of cool STEAM facts and fascinating details.

From a waste collection site built entirely from recycled materials, to a school designed to float during flood season in Bangladesh, this dazzling book highlights innovative and sustainably built structures around the world. 

Did you know that “woodscrapers,” or skyscrapers made of wood, can reduce construction waste? How about that termite mounds have served as inspiration for temperature control systems? And believe it or not… there’s a research station built on skis in Antarctica.

Pairing a kid friendly, conversational approach with spectacularly detailed art, Kate McMillan dissects the design of 15 eco-friendly buildings worldwide. The extraordinary structures fall into five categories, each emphasizing a key element of sustainable design: 1) local materials, 2) adaptability, 3) sustainable construction, 4) clean energy, and 5) optimized space. 

Readers of all ages will love poring over the precise, colorful illustrations and informative close ups featured on eye catching double-page spreads. Perfect for budding architects and engineers, this book is a work of art!

Books for a Better Earth™ are designed to inspire children to become active, knowledgeable participants in caring for the planet they live on.

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Named to the Green Earth Book Award Short List
An Evanston Public Library Blueberry Honor Book
An ALA Sustainability Round Table Top 10 Selection
An NSTA Best STEM Book
A CBC-NSTA Best STEM Book of the Year

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Holiday House Inc
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0823463990
• ISBN 13: 9780823463992
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 80
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible