sheri koones features energy-efficient + sustainable homes in prefabulous world
(above) the ‘martis camp cabin’ is a modular home in truckee, california
all images courtesy of sheri koones

 

 

 

showcasing the unlimited possibilities offered by prefabrication to build energy-efficient homes, the book ‘prefabulous world’ by connecticut-based author sheri koones features fifty examples of eco-friendly homes in australia, new zealand, japan, canada, the united states, england, germany, south africa, and beyond.

 

the volume consists of floor plans, multiple images of the exterior and interior of each building, and an extensive resource section listing architects, builders, and suppliers. the book is vibrantly illustrated and serves as a practical guide that reveals how living in a well-built, energy-efficient home can be achieved.

 

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‘prefabulous world: energy-efficient and sustainable homes around the globe’

 

sheri koones features energy-efficient + sustainable homes in prefabulous world
the ‘archway studios’ prefabricated home/office, located on brownfields in london

 

sheri koones features energy-efficient + sustainable homes in prefabulous world
the timber frame ‘cliff house’ built by baufritz is set in a mountain below an ancient castle in baveria, germany

 

sheri koones features energy-efficient + sustainable homes in prefabulous world
‘laurel hollow’ in east hampton, new york was built using a prefabricated timber frame and energy efficient panels

 

sheri koones features energy-efficient + sustainable homes in prefabulous world
the ‘paneled plus energy passivhaus’ in vienna, austria 

 

 

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