The Good Building Book reimagines design and construction for optimal performance and value while minimising environmental impacts.
 
 Accessible yet thorough, this book provides empowering insights and critical analyses for architects, engineers, builders, developers, homeowners, and students in the built environment. It bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering practical rules of thumb and innovative design strategies for a changing climate.
 
 From material selection to the intricacies of building elements like walls and floors, The Good Building Book weaves together budget and functionality. Drawing from extensive experience, award-winning architects Jon Broome and Nick Grant celebrate undervalued ideas that stand the test of time.
 
 Organised as thought-provoking essays and illustrated throughout with helpful diagrams and vivid photographs, this solution-focused book guides readers through project development for eco-friendly houses and commercial buildings. It sets high-performance standards and navigates commercial aspects like budgets, contracts, and consultants.
 
 Whether you're a homeowner seeking to enhance your space or a student shaping the future, this book provides an indispensable toolkit for reshaping the built environment from within.