Cottage Building in Cob, Pisé, Chalk and Clay: A Renaissance (2nd edition)

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Author Williams-Ellis, Clough, 1883-1978
Commentator Strachey, John St. Loe, 1860-1927
LoC No. 2007570226
Title Cottage Building in Cob, Pisé, Chalk and Clay: A Renaissance (2nd edition)
Note Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Cottage Building in Cob, Pisé, Chalk and Clay: A Renaissance (2nd edition)" by Clough Williams-Ellis is a practical guide focused on alternative building materials, written in the early 20th century. The book addresses the pressing need for affordable housing amidst a shortage of traditional building materials following World War I. The primary subject matter revolves around methods of cottage construction using local, natural materials like cob and Pisé, with a particular emphasis on the latter as an innovative solution to contemporary architectural challenges. The opening of the text sets the stage by addressing the remarkable demand for cottage building in the wake of a housing crisis exacerbated by material shortages. Williams-Ellis offers an overview of Pisé de terre, a method of rammed earth construction that is increasingly capturing public interest. He discusses his early experiences with Pisé-building, including the challenges and successes he faced in implementing this ancient technique, which gained traction due to its affordability and sustainability. The author also hints at contemporary research and developments in Pisé construction, suggesting a renewed appreciation for these traditional techniques amid modern needs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TH: Technology: Building construction
Subject Architecture, Domestic -- Designs and plans
Subject Pisé
Subject Cob (Building material)
Subject Chalk
Subject Earth houses -- Design and construction
Subject Architecture, Domestic -- England
Category Text
EBook-No. 32048
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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