Are you a homeowner, contractor, designer, architect or building novice interested in designing a new home or building? Do you want to conserve resources, saving both time and money? Do you want to learn ecological building concepts never before revealed in the modern building industry? Author, Theresa Dennes, has over 20 years of experience working in the field of architectural design and corporate expansion. "Ecological Home Design" is a building reference which shows that using the right ecological building material is both simple and cost effective. This book will reveal the secret building code that can help you design your next home based on sound ecological principles. There are many building materials which are known for their higher insulation properties, reducing a building's total energy requirement. Through an exploration of ancient ruins and ingenious building strategies of early civilization, this book will show you how to take advantage of this ancient wisdom to design a truly innovative home or building. Concepts addressed include the use dimension stone - not only stone block segments, but stone veneer - ceramic roofing tile, and a hydrated landscape are very energy efficient materials. The Author will show you how the master builders who designed the greatest World Heritage Sites like the Taj Mahal in India, invested in these strategies. The book also puts great emphasis on the importance of a hydrated landscape. Waterscape design offers numerous ecological benefits and has been used throughout history to regulate localized temperature and improve air quality. You will find this book easy-to-read and useful. It includes illustrations and photographs, some of which were taken by Theresa Dennes personally. If you're ready for innovative change that can make a huge different in your next home design project, please order a copy of this book