How small is small: a look at cost, size, and other essentials

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A small energy-efficient home can be of great benefit to retirees and others with limited incomes. The minimum size for a one-bedroom house can be between 400 to 850 sq ft. Energy conservation, sun, shade, wind, and amenities such as roads, power, water and waste disposal are discussed.

Cottages

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Stud frame construction: the now-common method of nailing enough lumber together until a house emerges

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Frame construction is a traditional way of building a house. This method allows the builder to be flexible, making some walls thicker than others, and combining different construction methods. Different features such as round roofs or murphy beds are accommodated by frame construction.

Usage, Innovations, Structural frames

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Log and timber frame building: the rebirth of two historic building methods in energy-efficient form

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The old methods are still useful because of advances in energy efficient methods and materials. Interior design is enhanced because of the resulting open style. Labor-saving panels can also be used with this type of construction. Logs are on a par with other insulating materials.

Methods, Log buildings

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