Why read Design for Biodiversity?

Book cover of Design for Biodiversity: A Technical Guide for New and Existing Buildings

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The creation of highly insulated and sealed buildings, necessitated by the shift towards designing and building low-carbon buildings, has had a negative effect on biodiversity. The potential niches for biodiversity such as spaces in open roof voids, generous overhangs and cracks and crevices that can be home for a wide…

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1 author picked Design for Biodiversity as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Sian Moxon

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Many books now address designing low-energy buildings to mitigate climate change, but few focus on designing buildings to benefit wildlife. Given the global biodiversity crisis and modern buildings’ lack of accidental gaps to shelter birds, bats, and insects, more guidance on safely incorporating wildlife habitat within buildings and outdoor spaces is crucial. This was one of the inspirations behind my urban-rewilding campaign, Rewild My Street.

From Sian's list on The best books on sustainable design from an architect.