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Tony Watkins

 ~ Vernacular Design 

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Ben Gurion house Print E-mail
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Ben Gurion's bedroom at Sede Boker
Some leaders are despots, notable for the excesses of their architecture. Other leaders are humble in their idealism, and these visionaries are notable for the simplicy of their architecture.
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Insecurity of tenure Print E-mail

ImageThe popular myth, firmly held by those who have it, is that security of tenure is an essential foundation for any built environment. There is however an opposite view. Insecurity of tenure can be a very valuable planning tool in reducing the negative carbon footprint of buildings.

 

 

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