This thesis has inquired as to the social and economic factors which are necessary for an industrialization process. The study has concentrated on defining industrialization and building systems; the chronological development of earthen-shelters; and the energy, contractor, and financing issues which are prevalent in the existing earthen-sheltered housing market. In addition, the thesis addresses issues such as the social perception of earthen-sheltered space, comparative cost analysis to conventional housing, and land development ethics. / Department of Landscape Architecture
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:BSU/oai:cardinalscholar.bsu.edu:handle/182564 |
| Date | January 1982 |
| Creators | Mitchell, Joseph L. |
| Contributors | Russell, John R. |
| Source Sets | Ball State University |
| Detected Language | English |
| Format | vii, 115 leaves : ill. ; 28 cm. |
| Source | Virtual Press |
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