Author and journalist Laura Sanchez previously ran a drafting business specializing in adobe houses. She called it quits sometime after the 250th set of plans but maintains an abiding interest in designing the very best, most cost-effective houses possible. Alex Sanchez, who grew up building houses, has taught courses in adobe construction and solar energy. He heads the renowned computer-aided drafting program at the University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus.
"...a wealth of information about the history and techniques associated with the use of adobe." -Library Journal "...a fascinating wealth of information and lore." -The Bookwatch "Helpful for anyone buying, building, or remodeling an adobe house as well as for contractors, drafters, and real estate brokers." -Book News "...argues by example that adobe construction need not be a costly luxury reserved only for the wealthy." -Su Casa "...at last, a book written by authors who understand solar and thermal mass!" -Adobe Builder
"...a wealth of information about the history and techniques associated with the use of adobe." -Library Journal "...a fascinating wealth of information and lore." -The Bookwatch "Helpful for anyone buying, building, or remodeling an adobe house as well as for contractors, drafters, and real estate brokers." -Book News "...argues by example that adobe construction need not be a costly luxury reserved only for the wealthy." -Su Casa "...at last, a book written by authors who understand solar and thermal mass!" -Adobe Builder
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