Diary of an Eco-builder

Book excerpt: Drawing on his columns in the Independent that followed his progress from finding a plot, getting planning permission, and building himself a stunning contemporary eco-home that mirrors the fine-tuned ecology of a tree, Will Anderson has created a diary that is invaluable to anyone contemplating building their own eco-house. The Diary of an Eco-Builder focuses specifically on environmental issues through the story of his attempt to realize an inspiring and challenging vision. Honest, amusing, and unexpected, it highlights all the key issues that arise when you build an eco-house, records the process of the nitty-gritty of self-build, and provides contacts and references for more information.