{"title":"George Wilkie","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeorge Wilkie\u003c\/strong\u003e offers practical and insightful guides for those interested in \u003cem\u003ehomebuilding and improvement\u003c\/em\u003e. His books are ideal for readers seeking clear, step-by-step advice on constructing and designing their own homes with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in the \u003cem\u003eHome \u0026amp; Garden\u003c\/em\u003e category, Wilkie’s works blend technical knowledge with accessible language, making complex projects manageable for both beginners and experienced DIY enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"building-your-own-home-by-george-wilkie-9781742572161","title":"Building Your Own Home","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome builders can contribute in many ways to reduce the use of products and processes that convert solid and liquid carbon containing materials into gaseous carbon. Everyone is now aware of the advantages of correctly oriented, well insulated houses with sensible ventilation and comfort systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this revised edition of \u003cem\u003eBuilding Your Own Home\u003c\/em\u003e, George Wilkie updates and adds a new section on energy and environmental efficiency. An increasing key factor in building homes now is the environmental efficiency of the building function and its materials. The aim in many local authorities is to mitigate against factors that reduce the quality of the natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis revised edition includes in detail the practical steps that owner builders need to take to ensure their building meets the aims of local regulations in environmental efficiency. The new section covers areas such as power sources, water saving, recycling materials, heating and lighting systems. This incorporates windows, choosing the aspect of the house, insulation systems and building structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bookreps NZ Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47719822098668,"sku":"9781742572161","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781742572161-building-your-own-home.jpg?v=1780977317"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/george-wilkie.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}