Prescriptions for a Healthy House, 3rd Edition: A Practical Guide for Architects, Builders & Homeowners

By Paula Baker-Laporte, Dr. Erica Elliott and John Banta

· This is the 3rd edition of this book. · Updated edition includes many new resources, as well as specialized knowledge from 14 nationally recognized experts in the field of building biology · Paula was elected to the AIA College of Fellows for her life work recognition, and was recognized as one of the nation’s top 10 green architects by Natural Home magazine. · Paula has also co-authored and contributed to four other books. · Her interest in green homes and non-toxic building came about after a diagnosis of multiple chemical sensitivities in 1992. · The authors - an architect, medical doctor and restoration consultant - bring a unique combination of expertise and perspectives to this book. · All three authors have done extensive public speaking and travel widely for business.

• Language: English
• Publisher: New Society Publishers
• Release date: May 1, 2008
• ISBN: 9781550924107

Paula Baker-Laporte

Paula Baker-Laporte is a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects and is considered one of the leading proponents of healthy building in North America. She is the author of Prescriptions for a Healthy House and the co-author of Econest: Creating Sustainable Sanctuaries of Clay, Straw and Timber.