Earth sheltered housing
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Date
1991
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University of New Brunswick
Abstract
The main goal of this report is to summarize the primary concerns which a
prospective owner or builder would have about earth-sheltered housing. The following
concerns are discussed: construction materials, structural considerations, construction
methods, interior environment, energy saving alternatives, and a cost analysis. To
reduce the scope of this report a sample house size was developed. This house was
designed to meet the basic requirements of the occupants and to be economical to
construct. In conclusion, I believe that with more research earth sheltered housing
can be a viable form of housing in New Brunswick.