Off the Grid (Off The Grid)

Houses for Escape

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The ultimate escapist collection of self-sufficient cabins and retreats in the world’s most stunning and inaccessible locations

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Recent advances in technologies and home-generated renewable energy have made building away from urban and rural infrastructures more practical, affordable and desirable than ever. This survey of the world’s most innovative off-grid homes reveals the stunning spaces and constructions that enable us to escape to some of the most extraordinary natural environments on the planet.

All of the houses featured in Off the Grid are fully, or almost fully, self-sufficient in terms of energy, water and, in some cases, food. Architecture and interior design expert Dominic Bradbury reveals how each house makes everyday living in these wild and natural settings a rewarding and tempting reality. From snowbound cabins in the far Northern Hemisphere to coastal retreats that can only be accessed by boat, the diverse projects collected here show the ingenious ways in which architects and their clients are tackling extreme climates, remoteness and construction challenges for new lifestyles that are both liberating and sustainable.

The imperative to reduce our carbon footprints and refocus on renewable sources of energy has a profound impact on our domestic lives. Off the Grid proves that creative architecture, design and technology are redefining living a truly responsible and fulfilling lifestyle.
Extent: 272 pp
Format: Hardback
Illustrations: 310
Publication date: 2019-02-21
Size: 29.0 x 23.0 cm
ISBN: 9780500021422

Press Reviews

Stunning … [an] inspirational overview
Actual Size

Inspiring … If you’re interested in going down the alternative living route, this is your handbook
Wallpaper*

A visual survey of eco-friendly architecture and a handbook on materials, technologies and plans
BBC Culture

A sense of escapism runs through Off the Grid
Aesthetica

About the Author

Dominic Bradbury is a writer and journalist specialising in architecture, interiors and design. He writes for many magazines and newspapers in the UK and internationally, including The Times, The Guardian and House & Garden. His many books include Mid-Century Modern Design, The Iconic American House, The Iconic House and New Nordic Houses, all published by Thames & Hudson. He lives in Norfolk with his wife and children.

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