Task 2
Task 2
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Task 2
Abstract
The Mediterranean region has a rich history of traditional building methods that are
closely tied to the local environment.
This research investigates how these traditional techniques align with permaculture
principles and how this alignment can be used to create green buildings that are resilient
to climate change.
The main goal of this study is to discover how traditional Mediterranean construction
practices can be integrated with permaculture principles to address climate challenges
and promote sustainable development.
To achieve this goal, a multidisciplinary approach will be taken, gathering insights from
various sources, including books such as "The Barefoot Architect" by Johan van Lengen
and permaculture references like "Edible Cities" by Judith Anger and "The Permaculture
City" by Toby Hemenway, as well as others.
Possible Literature:
Permaculture:
• "The Permaculture Handbook: Garden Farming for Town and Country" by Peter
Bane
• "Edible Cities: Urban Permaculture for Gardens, Balconies, Rooftops, and Beyond"
by Judith Anger
• "The Resilient Farm and Homestead: An Innovative Permaculture and Whole
Systems Design Approach" by Ben Falk
• "The Food Forest Handbook: Design and Manage a Home-Scale Perennial
Polyculture Garden" by Darrell Frey and Michelle Czolba
Green Building:
• "The Green Roof Manual: A Professional Guide to Design, Installation, and
Maintenance" by Edmund C. Snodgrass and Linda McIntyre
• "The Permaculture City: Regenerative Design for Urban, Suburban, and Town
Resilience“
• "The Solar House: Passive Heating and Cooling" by Daniel D. Chiras - Focuses on
passive solar design in green building.
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